2026 -27 Academic Operations Director

About Us

Brilla Schools, a growing K-8 network in the Bronx, serves over 2,000 students with plans to expand to educate 3,000 across four elementary and four middle schools. Managed by Seton Education Partners, Brilla Schools are dedicated to forming students of strong wisdom and virtue.  Our classically inspired approach to education combines a content-rich curriculum, inquiry-driven learning, and a focus on virtues, while providing individualized support to meet each child’s unique needs.  A national leader in character education and supporting students with varying needs, over the past two years, Brilla alumni have secured spots in the most prestigious high schools in the tri-state area, earning over $3 million in scholarships and financial aid. Our staff are mission-aligned change-makers who believe in fostering a joyful, rigorous learning environment, and Brilla offers some of the most competitive salaries in the market to honor their dedication. With high expectations and a supportive community, we’re preparing students to excel in high school, college, and beyond.

Position Overview The Academic Operations Director leads the strategy, systems, and performance of academic operations across the network. The role builds and manages processes that ensure quality, equity, and consistency while supervising team members and using data and feedback to improve outcomes. As a member of the Schools Team, this leader oversees the operational systems—such as timelines, materials, and coordination—that enable strong teaching and learning across campuses. The position collaborates closely with superintendents, operations leaders, student services, and curriculum teams to translate academic priorities into practical systems for schools. The director also ensures compliance with policies and testing requirements while maintaining reliable systems for scheduling, materials delivery, assessments, and educational technology.

Core Competencies & Responsibilities

• Lead academic operations planning and execution across campuses, serving as the primary project manager for school-facing academic operational workstreams and ensuring on-time, high-quality delivery against network timelines
• Partner with Superintendents, Operations, and Student Services to build annual campus daily schedules that protect instructional minutes, meet compliance requirements, and reflect service delivery needs (e.g., ICT/related services, interventions, MLL), with clear templates and quality checks
• Own centralized curriculum printing and distribution, including print specifications, production timelines, delivery schedules, and issue resolution so that teachers have what they need—when they need it
• Manage curriculum inventory and logistics in partnership with Network Directors of Operations and contractors: ordering, receiving, storage guidance, campus-level counts, replenishment cycles, and end-of-year closeout processes
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts tied to curriculum materials, assessment tools, and academic operations services—tracking renewals, service levels, deliverables, and troubleshooting escalations with finance/operations support as needed
• Lead computer-based testing readiness and execution support across curriculum-linked technology platforms, ensuring device readiness, secure testing configurations, rostering accuracy, proctoring logistics coordination, and smooth day-of operations with campuses
• Coordinate instructional technology and blended learning platform setup, including rostering, access, course setup, training artifacts, and ongoing operational routines that keep platforms reliable for teachers and students
• Build scalable tools, playbooks, and reporting routines (trackers, SOPs, calendars, checklists, and dashboards) that reduce school burden, improve compliance, and strengthen consistency of execution across the network
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Unquestioned integrity and commitment to Brilla’s mission and values
• Personal responsibility with humility
• A relentless drive for excellence
• A strong belief that all children can achieve both moral and academic excellence
• An unwavering determination to be better today than you were yesterday
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred (education, operations, or related)
• 7+ years in academic operations, school systems, or instructional management
• Track record leading academic operations across multiple schools/campuses
• Strong knowledge of academic policy, testing/assessment operations, edtech, and curriculum logistics
• Excellent project management, organization, and communication skills
• Able to manage cross-functional work and deliver on tight timelines
• Experience within a New York Charter School model or operator (Preferred)
• Experience with rostering/integration tools (e.g., Clever) and SIS/assessment platforms (e.g., PowerSchool, Illuminate or similar)  (Preferred)
• Strong spreadsheets/data reporting skills (Google Sheets/Excel) and experience supporting computer-based testing and academic scheduling  (Preferred)
• Ability to travel approximately 10-20% of the time, primarily within the US

BenefitsAt Brilla Schools, we celebrate the unique skills, experiences, and passions that each staff member brings to our mission. To support their work, we offer a thoughtfully designed benefits package to provide competitive and adaptable coverage. We are committed to offering a benefits portfolio that supports the holistic health and wellness of our team members including:

• Comprehensive Professional Development: More than 225 hours annually, featuring two weeks of onboarding, coaching, and targeted training sessions to ensure staff excel in their roles and flourish.
• Community and Culture: An intentionally joyful workplace with over 30 bonding events each year, fostering connection and collaboration among staff and families in the Bronx.
• Flexible Health Coverage: A full suite of medical, dental, and vision plans designed to support diverse needs, utilizing Cigna and Anthem provider networks.
• Competitive Compensation: A salary range of $115,000 to $135,000, with pay varying within this range based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Retirement Plans: A 403(b) plan and 401(k) retirement options with matching contributions, helping you secure your financial future while you grow with us.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, including all Federal Holidays and extended breaks, and wellness resources to support personal renewal and sustained excellence.

At Brilla, your dedication fuels our mission, and we’re here to invest in your growth, well-being, and success—from recruitment to retirement!  

Please note: The above is based on the 2025-2026 plan year. You can find more information here.