Academic Programs Associate

Location: Remote (U.S. Eastern Time Zone Preferred)
School: Legacy Online School
Job Type: Full-time | Contract | Remote

About Legacy Online School

Legacy Online School is a dynamic, forward-thinking K–12 virtual learning environment committed to academic excellence and student-centered support. We serve a diverse, global student body and are proud to deliver an exceptional educational experience through certified teachers, personalized learning paths, and holistic support systems.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and solution-oriented Academic Programs Associate to work directly with the Head of Academics & Support. This role is vital to the smooth execution of our academic strategy, school operations, and student/teacher support systems. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings strong project management skills, and has experience in academic or educational operations.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Operational Support

• Assist in coordinating key academic projects, including teacher recruitment, training initiatives, and onboarding processes

• Support implementation and management of academic calendars, state reporting requirements, and curriculum planning cycles

• Liaise with external partners such as the FLDOE, accrediting agencies, scholarship bodies, and state registration offices

• Track project timelines, delegate tasks, and ensure completion of high-priority initiatives

Academic & Student Experience Support

• Collaborate with the Learning Support Services (LSS) team and Academic Advisors to enhance student success

• Help monitor student performance data, identify trends, and propose improvement strategies

• Assist in the preparation and distribution of curriculum materials and student communication

• Contribute to the collection of student and parent feedback (e.g., Net Promoter Score)

Cross-Departmental Collaboration

• Partner with marketing and admissions teams to ensure consistent academic messaging and support during enrollment

• Coordinate with tech teams and LMS administrators to troubleshoot learning system issues and integrations

• Support communications with parents, students, and staff regarding academic updates, deadlines, and compliance items

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business, or a related field (Master’s preferred)

• Experience in online education, academic administration, or school operations

• Familiarity with U.S. K–12 education systems, including state registration, scholarship programs, and accreditation processes

• Proficient in project management and productivity tools, including Notion, Google Workspace, LinkedIn, CRM systems, and learning management platforms

• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Self-starter with excellent attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a remote, fast-paced environment

What We Offer

• Opportunity to grow into a strategic leadership role

• Flexible, fully remote work environment

• Involvement in shaping a fast-growing, mission-driven virtual school

• Competitive hourly rate or salary (based on experience)

• Bonus opportunities are linked to successful project outcomes and student/parent satisfaction metrics