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Sonoma Valley Hospital

Director of I.T.

Sonoma, CA · On-site

$133K - $313K/yr

Director, I.T. - Sonoma Valley Hospital - UCSF Career Site Careers The Sonoma Valley Hospital (SVH ... Experience working within health systems, large academic centers, and community hospitals * At ...

Sonoma Valley Hospital

Director of I.T.

Sonoma, CA · On-site

Director, I.T. - Sonoma Valley Hospital - UCSF Career Site Careers The Sonoma Valley Hospital (SVH ... Experience working within health systems, large academic centers, and community hospitals * At ...

Sonoma Valley Hospital

Director of I.T.

Sonoma, CA

Director, I.T. - Sonoma Valley Hospital - UCSF Career Site Careers The Sonoma Valley Hospital (SVH ... Experience working within health systems, large academic centers, and community hospitals * At ...

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How much do academic director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for academic director in Santa Rosa, CA is $94,122.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,900.00 and $112,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an academic director?

An Academic Director is a senior administrator responsible for overseeing the academic programs and curricula within an educational institution or department. Their duties typically include developing and evaluating academic policies, supervising faculty, ensuring academic standards are met, and supporting student success. They often collaborate with other administrators, manage budgets, and may be involved in hiring or training academic staff. The goal of an Academic Director is to enhance the quality of education and maintain the institution's academic reputation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an academic director, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Academic Director, you need extensive experience in educational leadership, curriculum development, and a relevant advanced degree such as a Master's or Doctorate in education or a related field. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), data analysis tools, and accreditation standards is typically required. Strong leadership, strategic planning, and interpersonal communication skills help drive academic initiatives and foster collaboration among faculty and staff. These competencies are crucial for ensuring academic excellence, institutional compliance, and a positive learning environment.

What are some typical challenges faced by an academic director when balancing administrative duties with academic leadership?

Academic Directors often juggle a broad range of responsibilities, from curriculum development and faculty management to budgeting and policy implementation. One common challenge is finding enough time to support both strategic planning and day-to-day operations, which can sometimes compete for attention. Additionally, Academic Directors must foster strong relationships across departments and ensure compliance with accreditation standards while maintaining a positive learning environment. Success in this role relies on excellent organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to delegate effectively.

What is the difference between Academic Director vs Academic Coordinator?

AspectAcademic DirectorAcademic Coordinator
Required CredentialsMaster's or Doctorate in Education or related field, leadership experienceBachelor's or Master's degree, organizational skills
Work EnvironmentStrategic planning, overseeing multiple programs, leadership rolesAdministrative support, program coordination, day-to-day operations
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, universities, private schoolsSchools, training centers, educational programs

The main difference between an Academic Director and an Academic Coordinator lies in their scope and responsibilities. The Academic Director typically oversees multiple programs, sets strategic goals, and provides leadership, requiring advanced credentials and experience. In contrast, the Academic Coordinator handles daily operations, supports program activities, and manages administrative tasks. Both roles are essential in educational settings but differ in level of responsibility and focus.

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Infographic showing various Academic Director job openings in Santa Rosa, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,122 per year, or $45.3 per hour.

Associate Director of Humanities

Rocketship Public Schools

Bodega Bay, CA

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential and it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential.

Position Description

The Rocketship California Regional Team is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Associate Director of Humanities to lead and drive high-quality, rigorous, and equitable Humanities instruction across Rocketship CA schools. This role owns regional Humanities academic outcomes, serves as the primary expert and point of contact for all Humanities-related matters in the CA region, and designs differentiated and outcomes driven professional development that builds deep content expertise in our teachers and school  leaders. This role partners closely with CA regional and school leaders to strengthen instructional practice and improve student outcomes in Humanities and related subjects.

The Associate Director of Humanities provides direct instructional leadership and coaching support to all CA schools, ensuring strong implementation of Rocketship's Humanities instructional vision and core programs. This role works in close collaboration with regional leadership and school-based instructional teams and reports to the Director of Schools. 

Essential Functions:
Regional Humanities Academic Ownership
  • Own and drive  content outcomes across the region, including proficiency, growth, and equity metrics
  • Analyze and communicate regional and school based Humanities data in order to determine trends and develop and execute data-driven instruction that accelerates student mastery and proficiency, ultimately closing the achievement gap
  • Serve as the primary point of contact and content expert for all Humanities-related matters across the CA region.
Coaching & Leader Development
  • Build instructional capacity among CA school leaders and instructional leaders through targeted coaching and development in Humanities instruction.
  • Provide direct, in-the-moment coaching to school leaders and instructional leaders focused on Humanities instruction, teacher development, and content knowledge
  • Observe classroom instruction and planning, delivering actionable feedback aligned to Rocketship's Humanities instructional vision and core competencies
  • Coach leaders to strengthen their ability to develop teachers and improve Humanities outcomes across California schools
Program Implementation & Fidelity
  • Ensure strong implementation of Rocketship's Humanities curriculum and instructional model across supported CA schools.
  • Support schools in implementing core Humanities programs with fidelity to instructional design and pacing expectations
  • Develop and adapt pacing guidance aligned to CA school calendars and regional priorities
  • Curate and share instructional resources, exemplars, and tools to support effective planning and execution by teachers and leaders
Progress Monitoring & Instructional Effectiveness
  • Monitor the effectiveness of Humanities program implementation and student outcomes across supported CA schools.
  • Support the use of assessments and instructional data aligned to grade-level standards and curricular materials
  • Analyze priority student achievement and implementation data to identify trends and areas for targeted support
  • Share clear insights and recommendations with CA regional leaders to inform coaching, planning, and instructional decision-making
Regional Collaboration, Vision & Goal-Setting
  • Partner with CA regional leadership to align on Humanities instructional vision, priorities, and goals.
  • Collaborate with regional leaders to define and refine the CA Humanities instructional vision and success metrics
  • Support schools in setting instructional goals and monitoring progress toward shared outcomes
  • Partner with the national academics team and other regional ADs to ensure alignment with Rocketship's Core Model and instructional priorities
Professional Development & Regional Learning
  • Design and facilitate professional learning experiences aligned to CA's instructional priorities in HUM.
  • Design and lead engaging professional development for teachers, school leaders, and instructional staff
  • Identify regional professional learning priorities using qualitative and quantitative data
  • Support summer professional development and start-of-year learning experiences for CA schools
Core Characteristics
Successful candidates will demonstrate Rocketship's core characteristics in their leadership and instructional practice:
  • Pursuit of Excellence - Continuously improves outcomes through data, feedback, and reflective practice
  • Authenticity - Leads with transparency, humility, and alignment to Rocketship's values
  • Community - Builds strong relationships and values collective impact across schools and teams
  • Tenacity - Relentlessly pursues instructional goals in service of student success
  • Innovation - Challenges the status quo and takes responsible risks to improve instruction
Qualifications

Experience

  • 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in curriculum development, instructional leadership, school administration, or related fields
  • At least 3 years of lead teaching experience in a core content area (K-5 Humanities or ELA preferred) with evidence of strong student outcomes
  • At least 1 year of experience coaching and leading adults in a school or instructional leadership role
  • Experience implementing and coaching on high-quality Humanities  instructional programs preferred

 Skills

  • Strong instructional coaching and adult learning facilitation skills
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to drive instructional decisions
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency with Google Workspace

 Education

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Master's degree preferred (Education or a related field)
$100,000 - $119,000 a year
Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and wellness benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.
 
Compensation:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and wellness benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off.
 

Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools' employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy.  For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Human Resources.

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