Director of Academic Excellence, 2 Hour Learning (...

OverviewDirector of Academic Excellence, 2 Hour Learning (Remote) - $400,000/year USD at Trilogy.What You Will Be DoingCreating academic frameworks that translate learning science into practical guidance for curriculum, motivation systems, and app design.Leading academic execution reviews across Heads of Academics to ensure school teams are aligned, accountable, and delivering results.Synthesizing data, interviews, and observation into academic ecosystem reviews that spotlight the highest-leverage barriers to accelerated learning and propose actionable interventions.Driving strategic alignment through planning, feedback loops, and milestone tracking to maintain focus on student learning goals.Representing 2 Hour Learning at the highest levels, from keynote stages to sessions with Ministries of Education, driving systemic change in how the world thinks about school.What You Won’t Be DoingTinkering with isolated curriculum projects without driving systemic change.Publishing abstract research with no line of sight to student results or execution.Delegating performance accountability to middle managers or consultants.Relying on brand reputation or theory to persuade skeptical stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesScale and elevate 2 Hour Learning/'s proven academic model by unifying execution across schools, strengthening leadership standards, and becoming the public voice of a movement grounded in rigorous science and real-world results.Basic RequirementsAdvanced degree (Master/'s or Ph.D.) in Learning Science, Educational Psychology, Instructional Design, or a related field7+ years leading academic or EdTech teams with evidence of exceptional learning outcomesProven experience applying AI or technology to accelerate learningTrack record of public thought leadership such as media, keynotes, books, or advisingStrong performance management skills with the ability to hold elite peers to a high barFluent in interpreting data to diagnose learning issues and direct interventionsComfortable engaging directly with students, parents, and school leadersNice-to-have RequirementsFounded or led an innovative school model, lab school, or high-performing EdTech ventureExperience navigating cultural, political, or international education contextsDeep familiarity with Bloom/'s 2 Sigma research and other mastery learning frameworksAbout 2 Hour LearningEducation is broken, but 2 Hour Learning is proving it doesn’t have to be. They’re tearing down the outdated one-size-fits-all model and replacing it with AI-driven personalized learning that helps kids master academics in just two hours a day. With students consistently ranking in the top 1-2% nationally and the top 20% achieving a 6.5x growth, they’re proving that smarter learning is possible. At 2 Hour Learning, it’s talent and performance that matter. They offer a dynamic, on-campus and remote-friendly environment where innovators, educators, and AI specialists can be a part of fixing a broken school system.2 Hour Learning is reprogramming learning for the AI era. Here’s How They’re Fixing It. There is so much to cover for this exciting role, and space here is limited. Hit the Apply button if you found this interesting and want to learn more. We look forward to meeting you!Working with usThis is a full-time (40 hours per week), long-term position. The position is immediately available and requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with Crossover as a Contractor of Record. The compensation level for this role is $200 USD/hour, which equates to $400,000 USD/year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year. The payment period is weekly. Consult for more details on this topic.Crossover Job Code: LJ-5595-US-Chicago-DirectorofAcad.003Seniority levelExecutiveEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionEducation, Project Management, and Strategy/PlanningIndustries: Education Administration Programs, E-Learning Providers, and Non-profit Organizations #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17