Remote Head of Academy Jobs
Remote Head of Academy jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first companies and distributed teams hiring for this role in education technology, corporate learning, and nonprofit sectors. Employers hiring remotely right now include Connections Education, TRM Labs, and Miaplaza. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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School Summary:
Texas Connections Academy (TCA) is a Texas Online School that offers 100% virtual instruction to public school students across Texas in grades 3-12 who are not physically present on campus during instruction. The TxVSN OLS program is authorized by Texas Education Code (TEC) Chapter 30A and administered through TEA. Connections Education, LLC is in partnership with Houston ISD to provide this high quality and rigorous virtual instruction through TCAH.
Texas Connections Academy @ Houston strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
Position Summary and Responsibilities:
The certified Teachers will “virtually” manage instructional programs. Through use of the telephone, Internet and various curriculum tools they will consult regularly with learning coaches and students to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program.
The High School Computer Science Teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:
- Complete all grading, create progress reports and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner;
- Support the instructional program with asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction;
- Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding (working directly with students and parents);
- Communicate with parents, students and other teachers on a regular basis to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules, score assessments, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments and coach special projects;
- Work collaboratively with other teachers to ensure that all students are successfully progressing through the program, that parents have a central point of contact, and that tasks are distributed among the teachers;
- Develop a general knowledge of the entire program’s K-12 curriculum and a very detailed knowledge of the courses for which responsible;
- Support students and parents with alternate strategies and provide additional assistance with daily assignments and projects;
- Communicate regularly with parents, students, and curriculum specialists through use of computer and telephone;
- Keep student records and data up-to-date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and logging all student and parent contacts;
- Consult with other teachers and staff learning specialists to develop alternate enrichment activities and modifications to students’ programs to increase student understanding;
- Work with other teachers to coordinate social activities and relevant field trips for students;
- Manage regional field trips and make efforts to integrate trips into the curriculum;
- Devise and implement virtual methods of creating and maintaining a “school community”;
- Participate in the organization and administration of the State Testing, as directed;
- Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts that require teacher representation;
- Work with Advisory Teachers and School counselor to ensure students and families are receiving appropriate communications, students are making adequate progress and established goals are being met;
- Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for families; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Highly qualified and certified to teach High School Computer Science in Texas (appropriate to grade level and content area responsibilities).
- Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft OS and MS Office programs).
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- Customer focused approach.
- High degree of flexibility.
- Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment.
- Team player track record.
- Willingness to travel on occasion for marketing and state testing events (may require occasional overnight travel).
- Ability to work remotely, if necessary.
- Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families.
- Please note 2-step authentication is required to set-up to login to all systems if given a job offer.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
School Summary:
Texas Connections Academy (TCA) is a Texas Online School that offers 100% virtual instruction to public school students across Texas in grades 3-12 who are not physically present on campus during instruction. The TxVSN OLS program is authorized by Texas Education Code (TEC) Chapter 30A and administered through TEA. Connections Education, LLC is in partnership with Houston ISD to provide this high quality and rigorous virtual instruction through TCAH.
Texas Connections Academy @ Houston strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
Position Summary and Responsibilities:
The certified Teachers will “virtually” manage instructional programs. Through use of the telephone, Internet and various curriculum tools they will consult regularly with learning coaches and students to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program.
The High School Computer Science Teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:
- Complete all grading, create progress reports and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner;
- Support the instructional program with asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction;
- Review curriculum and devise alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding (working directly with students and parents);
- Communicate with parents, students and other teachers on a regular basis to develop and update Personal Learning Plans and schedules, score assessments, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments and coach special projects;
- Work collaboratively with other teachers to ensure that all students are successfully progressing through the program, that parents have a central point of contact, and that tasks are distributed among the teachers;
- Develop a general knowledge of the entire program’s K-12 curriculum and a very detailed knowledge of the courses for which responsible;
- Support students and parents with alternate strategies and provide additional assistance with daily assignments and projects;
- Communicate regularly with parents, students, and curriculum specialists through use of computer and telephone;
- Keep student records and data up-to-date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and logging all student and parent contacts;
- Consult with other teachers and staff learning specialists to develop alternate enrichment activities and modifications to students’ programs to increase student understanding;
- Work with other teachers to coordinate social activities and relevant field trips for students;
- Manage regional field trips and make efforts to integrate trips into the curriculum;
- Devise and implement virtual methods of creating and maintaining a “school community”;
- Participate in the organization and administration of the State Testing, as directed;
- Participate in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts that require teacher representation;
- Work with Advisory Teachers and School counselor to ensure students and families are receiving appropriate communications, students are making adequate progress and established goals are being met;
- Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for families; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Highly qualified and certified to teach High School Computer Science in Texas (appropriate to grade level and content area responsibilities).
- Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft OS and MS Office programs).
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- Customer focused approach.
- High degree of flexibility.
- Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment.
- Team player track record.
- Willingness to travel on occasion for marketing and state testing events (may require occasional overnight travel).
- Ability to work remotely, if necessary.
- Ability to work some occasional evening hours, as needed to support some families.
- Please note 2-step authentication is required to set-up to login to all systems if given a job offer.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Who's Hiring
- Connections Education57
- TRM Labs1
- Miaplaza1
- Huntington Bank1
- Laurel Springs School1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote head of academy jobs.
- Master's degree in education, curriculum and instruction, or educational leadership
- 5 or more years of classroom teaching and instructional leadership experience
- Demonstrated experience designing and facilitating adult professional development programs
- Experience managing or coaching teachers, instructional coaches, or academic staff
- Proficiency with data systems and learning management platforms used in K-12 or corporate settings
- Relevant state teaching license, administrator certification, or instructional coaching credential
Tips for Your Remote Head of Academy Job Search
Show your async leadership style upfront
Remote employers want to see how you direct programs without real-time oversight. Include writing samples, recorded presentations, or documented frameworks in your application materials so hiring teams can evaluate your independent leadership before the first interview.
Highlight cross-functional remote coordination experience
Head of academy roles remotely require managing instructors, designers, and stakeholders who may never share a time zone. Call out specific tools you use for project tracking and team alignment, such as Notion, Asana, or Loom, and describe how you kept distributed teams on schedule.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote head of academy openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Prepare for async hiring assessments
Many remote employers use written case studies or recorded video responses instead of live screening calls. Practice articulating your program design decisions in writing and expect questions about how you would onboard, train, and evaluate remote staff without in-person interaction.
Remote Head of Academy Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote head of academy job?
Remote head of academy roles go to candidates who can demonstrate leadership and program design without in-person oversight. Companies hiring remotely screen for strong async written communication, the ability to build and manage curriculum or training programs independently, and experience coordinating distributed teams. A portfolio showing program outcomes, stakeholder reporting, and cross-functional collaboration gives you a clear edge over candidates without documented remote work habits.
Which companies hire remote head of academys?
Companies hiring remote head of academys right now include Connections Education, TRM Labs, and Miaplaza, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first edtech platforms, corporate learning and development teams, and distributed nonprofit organizations are the most consistent sources of these openings.
Can you get a remote head of academy job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level head of academy roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage programs and people with minimal hand-holding from day one. Candidates without direct experience can strengthen their case by showing curriculum design projects, volunteer program leadership, or facilitation work. Remote employers respond well to documented outcomes and clear written communication skills, even when formal titles are absent.
Do you need a degree for remote head of academy jobs?
Not always, though many remote employers do list a bachelor's or master's degree in education, instructional design, or a related field as preferred. What carries more weight in practice is a demonstrated record of building and running academy or training programs. Remote employers pay close attention to how well you articulate program results, design thinking, and leadership approach in writing.
Which industries hire the most remote head of academys?
The sectors hiring the most remote head of academys are Education, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These industries rely on distributed teams and ongoing workforce development, making remote academy leadership a practical and common staffing choice.
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