Head of School, Texas

About Us

Stellar Virtual was founded in 2019 with one school in Texas. We serve parents of K-12 students, unhappy with their current school, or needing an at-home/flexible learning environment. Today, Stellar Virtual has grown to six schools across three states: Texas, Arizona, and Indiana. Stellar Virtual is committed to going above and beyond for our virtual families.

Our Promise
Empowering families with the choice of a high-quality virtual school with dedicated staff focused on student outcomes and an exceptional customer experience, our program will enable students to thrive and unleash their full potential.

Our Mission

Empowering Families. Unleashing Potential.

Our Core Values

At Stellar Virtual, we are guided by five core values. For us, these values are more than just something in an employee handbook that you’ll only hear about during orientation. These values are the pillars by which we operate all aspects of our organization. We talk about them often, and we expect that every one of our employees not only talks about our core values but also acts upon them.

So, it’s important to us that anyone who joins Stellar embraces our core values.

• Kids First, Always: We make student-centered decisions and always do what's best for our kids.
• Respect: We assume the best of others and treat others the way we want to be treated.
• Create, Communicate, Collaborate: We create together, communicate openly, and work as a team to deliver more than we ever could individually
• Make Your Motion Matter: We work deliberately, efficiently, and with a sense of purpose to achieve great results.
• Go the Extra Mile to Deliver a Stellar Customer Experience: We recognize that every interaction, no matter how small or unrelated it may seem, is an opportunity to build trust and goodwill with our customers.

Technology Aspect
At Stellar Virtual, we are committed to equipping our employees for success in a virtual setting. For this purpose, we provide company-issued laptops that include essential software, security features, and internal support. Please note that this benefit is exclusive to our W-2 employees and does not extend to independent contractors (1099), seasonal staff, or unpaid individuals.

Position Details
Position Name: Head of School, Texas
Status: Salaried, Exempt
Type: Regular, Full-Time (12)
School Year (if applicable): 2025-2026
Estimated Time to Start: 2-4 Weeks

Position Overview
As Head of School for Stellar Virtual Texas, you will be responsible for the academic, operational, and cultural leadership of our largest school serving over 20,000 students across the state. This role requires a seasoned educational leader who can manage a large, complex virtual school environment while driving academic excellence, operational efficiency, strong accountability, and exceptional student and family experiences in alignment with our core value of "Kids First, Always!"

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• One Number: Annual and in-year student retention rate of 85%.
• Academic Leadership
• • Drive vision, strategy, and excellence for a 20,000+ student virtual school
  • Monitor and evaluate instructional effectiveness and student achievement data
  • Clearly understand and effectively manage state accountability systems to drive successful academic outcomes, a high state accountability rating, and ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and academic excellence
• Operational Management
• • Oversee day-to-day operations of Texas's largest virtual school
  • Manage school budget and resource allocation effectively
  • Develop, implement, and refine systems and processes to support efficient operations at scale
  • Ensure compliance with all state regulatory requirements
  • Collaborate with learning, marketing, technology, and operations teams to ensure seamless operations
  • Implement and refine school policies and procedures
  • Ensure current, accurate, and actionable student data in state and district accountability systems.
• Team Leadership
• • Lead, develop, and inspire a large team of administrators, instructional leaders, and teachers
  • Drive recruitment, retention, and professional development of high-quality educators
  • Implement performance management systems that drive accountability and results
  • Create a collaborative, supportive, and high-performing school culture
  • Coach and develop leadership team members to build capacity across the organization
• Student Success
• • Implement effective intervention strategies for academically at-risk students
  • Drive systems for student engagement and participation in the virtual environment
  • Monitor student progress and achievement data to guide program improvements
  • Foster student leadership opportunities and school community engagement
  • Ensure successful implementation of student experience leveraging our three uniques: UbU!, School of One, and Education with Destination.
• Parent and Community Engagement
• • Build strong relationships with parents and families across Texas
  • Establish effective communication channels and feedback mechanisms
  • Lead parent education initiatives to support student success
  • Represent the school in community and state-level forums
  • Develop strategic partnerships to enhance educational opportunities
• Strategic Growth
• • Develop and implement strategies for sustainable enrollment growth
  • Identify opportunities for program enhancement and expansion
  • Collaborate with marketing and enrollment teams on recruitment strategies
  • Drive innovation in program offerings and student services
  • Contribute to the development of scalable models for future growth
• Success Metrics
• • Student academic achievement and growth measures
  • Student enrollment and retention rates
  • Parent and student satisfaction scores
  • Regulatory compliance and audit outcomes
  • State accountability scores
  • Attendance and completion/promotion rates
  • Budget management and fiscal responsibility
  • School culture and climate indicators

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

• 10+ years of experience in K-12 education, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles
• Proven track record of successful school leadership, preferably in a virtual or innovative learning environment
• Experience managing a large-scale educational program (5,000+ students)
• Deep knowledge of Texas educational regulations, standards, and requirements
• Strong understanding of virtual education models and best practices
• Excellent organizational and operational management skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead large teams effectively
• Data-driven decision-making and analytical capabilities
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Strong financial acumen and budget management experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate effectively in a remote environment
• Change management expertise and ability to drive continuous improvement
• Student-centered focus with unwavering commitment to academic excellence

Education & Certification Requirements

• A master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field is required.
• A valid state teaching and/or administrative credentials.
• Experience with educational regulations across multiple states preferred.
• Additional certifications in educational leadership are a plus.

At-Will Notice
Employment with Stellar Virtual (for W-2 employment types) is at-will. This means that both the employee and Stellar Virtual have the right to terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice, as permitted by law. This job description does not create any guarantee of continued employment or a contract for a specific period. This policy does not apply to Independent Contractors (1099).

Equal Employment (EEO) Statement

At Stellar Virtual, we embrace diversity and foster an inclusive and supportive work environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Stellar Virtual is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.