The Mission: Defying the Status Quo to Build a New Legacy

At Collegiate Academies, we don’t just run schools; we build engines of social mobility. We are at the absolute epicenter of the movement to send New Orleans and Baton Rouge students to college. While others talk about "potential," we produce results.

When we say "all scholars," we don't use it as a buzzword. We mean the scholars who arrived five years behind grade level, the 9th graders ready for AP English, the overaged students, and the scholars with IEPs, 504s, or BIPs. We believe every single one of them is college-bound. Our high schools boast the highest growth in our cities for populations that historically face the steepest mountains. We don’t just nudge the needle; we break it.

We're proud to revitalize the legacies and add the next great chapter to the storied histories of George Washington Carver, Marion Abramson, Walter L. Cohen, and Sarah T. Reed while establishing new legacies at Collegiate Baton Rouge and Opportunities Academy. Our successes in academics and college are mirrored in marching band, athletics, and leadership. 

The Proof: Our Scholars Are Winning

We don’t settle for "okay." We celebrate as our scholars crush barriers to enter the world’s most elite institutions and programs, including:

• The Ivies & Elites: Brown University, Tulane University, and Grinnell College.
• The Bridge Builders: Opportunities Academy, ULL LEP Program, and Next Level NOLA.
• The Culture Bearers: Southern University, Alcorn State University, and Xavier University
• The Game-Changers: Recipients of the Posse Foundation Scholarship, The Gates Scholarship, and TOPS.

Our Culture: High Stakes, Higher Joy

Working at CA is intense. We move fast, we pivot often, and we hold ourselves to a world-class standard. But here’s the secret: it’s also the most fun you’ll ever have.

• No Silos, Only Teams: You won’t be left on an island. You’ll be surrounded by excellent teammates who obsess over your growth as much as their own. We evaluate our choices against the strongest examples of excellence to ensure our scholars win.
• Radical Feedback: We are a "feedback is a gift" culture. Expect frequent in-person coaching, written deep-dives on projects, and real-time feedback. We don't do fluff; we do growth.
• 100% Engagement: Whether you’re the Principal or the Office Manager, you are a culture-builder. Everyone models and teaches college-ready habits. Everyone contributes to the "100% of scholars thinking" goal.
• Celebration as a Requirement: We work hard so we can celebrate harder. You’ll find us cheering at 7:00 AM for scholar milestones, dancing in the streets during Mardi Gras, and roaring at athletic playoff games.

Roles and Responsibilities: Your Impact

Compliance and Data

• Ensure school compliance across authorizer policies, state/local/federal laws, lease agreements, insurance policies, grant requirements, and contractual agreements. 
• Direct maintenance of data tracking systems by organizing students' enrollment files and completing all required state reporting. 
• Serve as the school Title IX Coordinator to enhance school safety.
• Manage charter renewal and/or extension process as authorizer annual visits. 

Operational Leadership

• Provide the technology, supplies, facilities, and systems that are required by the team to enhance school operation.
• Manage vendor relation to maintain school’s service in transportation, food services, security, facilities, and custodial services.
• Maintain campus security and exhibits strong organization and responsiveness in the main office to promote a safe environment

Financial Management, Sustainability and Human Resource Operations

• Monitor school budget and submit invoices payment through direct deposit and cash handling in bi-weekly payroll.
• Lead as human resources and ensure all staff eligibility requirements for employment under CA and state requirements.
• Coordinate sessions on retirement and optional benefits representatives. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience, preferably working with students from similar backgrounds to Collegiate Academies students.

Salary and Salary Growth: Our teams lead the way for scholar success across the state and we aim to compensate our teams at the top of the market because of that. Teammates grow quickly at CA and as such our salaries grow much faster than elsewhere in the region as well. Teammate salaries grow by at least 3% yearly, with periodic 5% increases to recognize longevity, greatly outpacing nearby parishes and networks. 

See below for an approximate salary and salary growth trajectory:

• Starting salary range: $60,000 - $75,000
• Salary range in Year 5: +$70,000 - +$87,000

Additional Benefits: 

• Choose from 3 Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance plans that include dental, vision, and telemedicine
• CA will match up to 3% of your salary into a 403(b) retirement savings account that, unlike TRSL, will move with you as your career progresses or should you ever leave Louisiana. 
• Teachers have generous time-off policies, including 10 days of PTO, +6 weeks of paid holiday leave, and 12 weeks of parental leave. 
• …and more.

Disclaimer: Collegiate Academies encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. Collegiate Academies does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. Collegiate Academies does not sponsor employment visas.