Director of Academics

$400,000 USD/year ^{Pay is set based on global value, not the local market. Most roles = hourly rate x 40 hrs x 50 weeks}  ($200 USD/hour)

• Crafting robust academic frameworks that convert learning science into actionable curriculum and motivational systems, and enhancing app design.
• Overseeing academic performance through reviews with Heads of Academics, ensuring alignment, accountability, and exceptional outcomes across school teams.
• Analyzing data, conducting interviews, and making observations to identify barriers in the learning ecosystem and suggesting impactful interventions.
• Ensuring strategic coherence through meticulous planning, feedback mechanisms, and tracking key milestones to keep student learning objectives front and center.
• Representing 2 Hour Learning globally, influencing educational reform from keynote addresses to discussions with Ministries of Education.

• Engaging in isolated curriculum projects that don't contribute to overarching systemic change.
• Producing theoretical research without direct application to student outcomes or practical execution.
• Shifting performance accountability onto middle management or external consultants.
• Relying solely on brand prestige or theoretical arguments to convince skeptical audiences.

Expand and enhance the successful academic model of 2 Hour Learning by harmonizing execution across various schools, elevating leadership criteria, and serving as the public figurehead of a movement anchored in rigorous scientific principles and tangible results.

• Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in Learning Science, Educational Psychology, Instructional Design, or a relevant discipline.
• At least 7 years of experience leading academic or EdTech teams with a proven record of outstanding learning achievements.
• Demonstrated expertise in leveraging AI or technology to boost learning efficiency.
• Established public thought leader with experience in media, keynote speaking, publishing, or advisory roles.
• Exceptional performance management capabilities, with a commitment to maintaining high standards among top-tier peers.
• Proficient in analyzing data to identify learning challenges and direct corrective measures.
• Comfortable interacting directly with students, parents, and educational leaders.

• Experience founding or leading an innovative educational model, laboratory school, or high-performing EdTech venture.
• Proficiency in navigating cultural, political, or international educational landscapes.
• In-depth knowledge of Bloom’s 2 Sigma research and other mastery learning frameworks.