DIRECTOR OF ACADEMIC SERVICES - OPEN IMMEDIATELY- ANTICIPATED START: JANUARY 2027
POSITION SUMMARY
The Director of Academic Services holds primary responsibility for building and managing the Master Schedule, coordinating classes for students and faculty, overseeing grading systems, and implementing the school's academic programs — working in close partnership with the Vice President for Academic Life.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare and own the full Master Schedule lifecycle — planning, building, and implementing. Oversee all registration materials for students, families, and faculty. Oversee student placement, course scheduling appeals, and matriculation of incoming freshmen and transfer students. Present planning options (teachers, rooms, sections) to the Vice President for Academic Life to maximize scheduling effectiveness.
- Partner with Carondelet High School on joint-class scheduling and the shared course catalog.
- Supervise grade reporting and transcript review, approve grade changes, and conduct regular grading audits for equity and consistency. Chair Academic Review Board.
- Provide support for faculty supervision as directed by the Director of Faculty Development and the Vice President for Academic Life.
- Develop and oversee the academic calendar including start/end dates, grading periods, semester breaks, and progress report timelines. Coordinate Back-to-School Night and Academic Awards Night.
- Support Admissions with transfer and newly admitted family onboarding, including academic placement meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's in Educational Administration, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field preferred.
- 3–5 years of experience in school administration, academic operations, or educational scheduling.
- Demonstrated experience managing master schedules in a secondary school setting, with PowerSchool or comparable SIS experience.
- Experience in a college-preparatory or Catholic/independent school setting preferred.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities under deadlines.
SALARY RANGE
- $110,000 - $140,000
- 11 months, full-time, exempt salaried position
BENEFITS
• Health Insurance • Dental insurance • Vision Insurance • 403(b) • 403(b) matching • Employee assistance program • Flexible spending account • Life insurance • Professional development assistance • Paid time off •
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree in Educational Administration, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field
- 3-5 years of experience in school administration, academic operations, or educational scheduling
- Experience managing master schedules in a secondary school setting
- Experience with PowerSchool or a comparable student information system
- Experience in a college-preparatory or Catholic/independent school setting
- Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities under deadlines
What We Do
De La Salle High School of Concord is a private Lasallian Catholic all-boys high school located in Concord, California. Dedicated to transforming young men into leaders, the institution provides a liberal arts education focused on academic excellence, faith formation, inclusion, and social justice. It aims to empower students with the spiritual, academic, and social skills necessary to thrive in college and beyond.
