LA Galaxy Academy, Director Education

Director Education For La Galaxy

The Director Education for the LA Galaxy is responsible for providing the overall direction of the high school education program, upholding the integrity of learning, and pushing the importance of education within the realm of professional soccer. The Director Education is responsible for successfully incorporating the LA Galaxy's mission, vision, and core values into the education program, which are used as the backbone of all conceptualized ideas that are brought to fruition.

Essential Functions

• Maintain and strengthen the high school's identity and visibility across all club environments, including LA Galaxy, LA Galaxy II, and the LA Galaxy Academy.
• Manage student success and accountability.
• Oversee the scheduling and logistics of the education program.
• Liaison for Educational Partner and College Counseling/Recruitment.
• Maintain and support staff training and management.
• Lead planning and implementation of the Enrichment Program.
• Track and report all data collection & program evaluation for the club.

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree (4-year) (Advanced Degree Preferred) In Education
• 4-6 years Classroom teaching experience
• 6-8 years Related work experience
• Experience in developing and delivering high school educational programs
• Proven experience mentoring and guiding students through the educational process
• Training in teaching pedagogy and mentoring practices
• Self-motivated with strong leadership skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ability to learn required business technology/systems
• Ability to assist students adapt their preferred learning styles to be successful with an online curriculum
• Ability to apply recent developments, current literature, and information related to curriculum and instruction for online learners
• Strong organizational skills
• Proven collaborator with a history of working closely with a variety of colleagues
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including problem solving and conflict resolution
• Ability to work independently and make decisions
• Possesses a sincere interest in helping others achieve life goals related to education
• Goal oriented and highly ethical
• Ability to inspire and motivate staff, students, and employees
• Knowledge of the soccer development program and philosophy highly desired

Payscale: $112,632.00 - $135,000.00

Bonus: This position is eligible for a bonus under the current bonus plan requirements.

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, company paid basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, parental leave, 401k Plan (with a current employer match of 3%), flexible spending and health savings account options, and wellness offerings.

AEG reserves the right to change or modify the employee's job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. AEG may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description.

AEG's policy is to hire the most qualified applicants, and we comply with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws in making hiring and employee decisions. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, marital status, disability, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status recognized by applicable federal, state or local law.

Employer does not offer work visa sponsorship for this position.