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Academic Lead
Rockford, IL, US
Source: Tricoci University careers · View original posting
- Employment
- full time
Employer job description
From Tricoci University's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
The Academic Lead is a key instructional leadership role responsible for strengthening educator performance, improving classroom culture, and elevating the overall student learning experience. This position serves as the day-to-day academic leader on campus, partnering closely with the Campus Director to ensure consistency, accountability, and excellence in education delivery.
The Academic Lead is not a director, but a hands-on leader who coaches educators, supports curriculum execution, monitors student engagement, and helps translate academic expectations into daily practice. This role plays a critical part in improving attendance, retention, licensure readiness, and student satisfaction.
Requirements
- Educator Development & Coaching
- Conduct regular classroom observations and provide timely, actionable feedback
- Coach educators on classroom management, student engagement, lesson pacing, and instructional effectiveness
- Support new educator onboarding, training, and early-stage development
- Assist the Campus Director with educator performance assessments, force rankings, and development plans
- Reinforce academic standards, professionalism, and consistency across all programs and shifts
- Classroom Culture & Student Experience
- Establish and maintain a positive, structured, and engaging classroom environment
- Support educators in addressing student behavior, motivation, and engagement challenges
- Partner with educators to improve daily attendance and retention.
- Serve as a visible academic presence for students
- Curriculum & Academic Execution
- Ensure curriculum is delivered accurately and consistently
- Support lesson planning and theory/practical integration
- Monitor student academic progress and skill development
- Assist with licensure readiness and evaluations
- Collaboration & Compliance
- Partner with the Campus Director on academic initiatives
- Collaborate with Campus Director on SSA duties
- Support compliance with state, accreditation, and institutional standards
- Escalate academic risks and concerns promptly
- Project Support
- Contribute to special projects as needed
Qualifications
- Must Have: Active program-appropriate license
- Prior educator experience
- Strong coaching and communication skills
- Preferred: Leadership or mentoring experience
- Knowledge of accreditation standards
- Data-informed decision-making ability
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 9 paid holidays per calendar year
- 401K Plan
- Access to Continuing Education Units (CEU) Classes
- Complimentary Services at our Student Clinic
- Product Discounts
- Opportunities for Career Advancement
- A Rewarding and Dynamic Work Environment
- Job Description may be written with the assistance of AI
- Tricoci University of Beauty Culture, LLC is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The E-Verify Participation Poster and Right to Work Poster are available for your review.
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