Academic Officer Job at American Board for Certification of Teacher Excellence, Atlanta, GA

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  • American Board for Certification of Teacher Excellence
  • Atlanta, GA

Job Description

*Job Summary*

Attention all former educators! We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented, Academic Officer.

Note: American Board’s HQ is located in Atlanta, GA. This is not a remote position. Candidate will be responsible for working in office, in Atlanta. This is a full-time, in office position.

American Board for Certification of Teacher Excellence (American Board) is hiring an Academic Officer. American Board serves career changers who want to become teachers by providing a pathway for teacher certification. Currently operating in 15 states, American Board is looking for a team member who will help ensure American Board's course materials are rigorous. Ideal candidate must be exceptionally organized, detail-oriented, and mission-driven.

The Academic Officer will be a full-time position working in American Board's Headquarters office, near the Emory Campus in Atlanta, Georgia.

*Details*

The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing and maintaining the academic integrity of American Board’s certification programs. This includes aligning course materials with national and state standards, incorporating best practices in instruction, supporting exam development and revisions, and ensuring that candidates are prepared to succeed in the classroom.

This role requires a deep understanding of curriculum design, assessment, and instruction, as well as the ability to collaborate with multiple teams. The successful candidate will have a background in education and a strong commitment to improving outcomes for future teachers.

*Primary Responsibilities*

  • Oversee curriculum and instructional content for all certification subjects
  • Review and revise study materials to ensure academic rigor
  • Ensure program alignment with state standards
  • Works closely with other departments (Government Affairs team) to ensure content meets state requirements
  • Lead academic updates and improvements for relevance and efficacy
  • Support internal teams with academic expertise during audits, reviews, and state applications
  • Stay up to date on current trends in education, including the Science of Reading and data-driven instruction
  • Provide strategic input for long-term academic planning and program expansion
  • Paperwork processing as needed

*Qualifications*

  • Willingness to work in office, in Atlanta, GA
  • Background in K-12 education, instructional design, or teacher preparation. Elementary certification and licensure is preferred.
  • Experience with curriculum development, assessment, or academic oversight
  • Knowledge of certification requirements and trends in teacher licensure
  • Exceptionally organized, detail-oriented, and mission-driven

Job Types: Full-time, Salary

Pay: $60,000-$70,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Expected hours: 40 hours per week, in office

Benefits:

  • Excellent healthcare benefits

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday, 8-5 in office
  • No nights
  • No weekends

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required, education degree preferred)
  • Teaching license (Required)

Location:

  • Atlanta, GA 30306 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Please email Executive Director Melanie Olmstead at molmstead@americanboard.org with any questions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday, 8AM - 5PM

Job Tags

Full time, Night shift, Monday to Friday,

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