Chief Academic Innovation Officer

The role

The Chief Academic Innovation Officer will shape the future of the academic program by examining fundamental structures and leading the development of new approaches to teaching and learning. This person will work with the senior leadership team to implement academic innovation and provide strategic leadership for academic scheduling.

What you will do

• Develop and advance a long-term vision for the academic program
• Lead examination of academic structures including curriculum, assessment, and use of time
• Develop and lead a multi-year academic innovation plan
• Guide the school's response to artificial intelligence in education
• Shape the future of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and Advanced Placement opportunities
• Explore new models for experiential learning, research, and partnerships
• Build trust and institutional alignment around academic priorities
• Support faculty in developing, piloting, and implementing new educational approaches
• Provide strategic leadership for the annual academic scheduling process
• Lead exploration of scheduling models that support interdisciplinary study and student well-being

Required qualifications

• Significant successful experience in teaching and academic leadership
• Demonstrated success in leading meaningful academic or institutional change
• Deep understanding of educational philosophy, curriculum, assessment, and research on teaching and learning
• Strong understanding of artificial intelligence and its implications for teaching, learning, assessment, and the development of independent student thinking
• Familiarity with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and the opportunities and challenges of advanced college-preparatory education
• Demonstrated ability to question conventional practices, think strategically, exercise sound judgment, and translate ambitious ideas into practical and sustainable change
• A collaborative leadership style and a proven ability to earn trust, build consensus, and engage colleagues in meaningful institutional improvement
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills

Nice to have

• Experience with academic scheduling, complex program design, or the strategic allocation of academic resources
• Advanced degree in education, educational leadership, or a related field

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• paid holidays
• retirement
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• short-term and long-term disability
• life insurance
• a variety of other benefits

Before you apply

• All applications should be received by Friday, November 13, 2026

About the company

Newark Academy seeks to celebrate diversity in its faculty, staff and student body. The school upholds applicable state and federal laws and regulations prohibiting unlawful discrimination.