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Acceleration Academies

Flexible high school completion

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Full-TimeUpdated on 10/24/2026
$20/hr
Junior
Bachelor's, Associate's
Fort Myers, FL, USA
In PersonOn-site presence is required for roles designated in-person; this role is listed in Fort Myers.
EducationSchool Leadership & Administration

About the job

Requirements
  • An associate degree is required.
  • At least 2 years of experience managing student records or in a related role is required.
  • Familiarity with non-traditional educational settings or alternative learning environments is required.
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills are preferred.
  • Proficiency with technology, including student information systems and data analysis, is preferred.
  • A commitment to supporting disengaged students and creating opportunities for academic breakthroughs is preferred.
  • Experience with project-based learning, competency-based education, or similar methodologies is preferred.
  • Bilingual Spanish is preferred.
  • The role requires the ability to sit, talk, hear, and use hands regularly; stand, walk, or lift up to 20 pounds occasionally; and work in a collaborative classroom or office setting, with possible outdoor weather exposure during events.
  • Applicants must be able to meet the essential job functions, including reliable attendance during scheduled work hours, on-site presence for in-person roles, management of assigned workload and productivity expectations, and performing duties in an open, student-centered workspace.
Responsibilities
  • Process new student enrollments and facilitate orientations to familiarize students with academy policies and procedures.
  • Request and evaluate transcripts from prior schools to ensure proper academic placement.
  • Compile and maintain student attendance records in alignment with district requirements.
  • Update and manage course schedules and student records in compliance with academy standards.
  • Maintain accurate permanent student records, including immunization and contact information.
  • Convert and align grades and credits to district standards and create accurate grade sheets each term.
  • Track and review state-mandated testing records to ensure compliance with graduation requirements.
  • Conduct grade-reporting audits with staff to ensure accuracy.
  • Assist students with college applications by preparing and distributing transcripts and required documentation.
  • Provide administrative support for daily academy operations, including answering calls and maintaining student records.
  • Prepare graduation lists and communicate with the district for diploma processing.
  • Participate in academy meetings and community events to support program operations.
  • Collaborate with staff to identify and resolve student-related issues.
  • Perform other duties as needed to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Desired Qualifications
  • A bachelor's degree is preferred.

About the company

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Acceleration Academies

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Acceleration Academies is a alternative education organization. It operates flexible high school completion programs with personalized instruction, academic coaching, and in-person or remote learning options. Its academies support students who need a different path to earn a diploma and school partners seeking re-engagement programs. The model combines individualized learning plans, progress coaching, credentialed instruction, student services, data tracking, and local academy operations. Work spans teachers, academic coaches, student support, enrollment, community outreach, data, and academy administration.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2016

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What believers are saying

  • Santa Rosa County doubled enrollment to 150 by August 2026 after its new facility opened.
  • Ector County renewed a $1.5 million 2026-2027 contract on May 19, 2026.
  • DeKalb County graduated 34 students since December 2024 and added college fairs in 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Public contracts in Ector, Santa Rosa, and DeKalb expose revenue to school-board renewals.
  • Alternative-education enrollment depends on unstable attendance, discipline referrals, and district politics each budget cycle.
  • Loss of Ector renewals kills the business model.

What makes Acceleration Academies unique

  • District-run alternative schools, not charters, anchor Acceleration Academies inside public systems.
  • Cognia accreditation and district diplomas give students transferable credentials and employer credibility.
  • Self-paced hybrid schedules serve dropouts, homeless teens, and working students, like DeKalb 2024.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Wellness Program
  • Mental Health Support
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Professional Certification Support
  • Performance Bonus
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan