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LifeWise Academy

Program Director

Brazil, IN · On-site

Program Director for LifeWise Academy As program director, you'll help lead and grow your community's LifeWise program by: Building Community Relationships * Develop positive partnerships with school ...

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LifeWise Academy

Program Director

Brazil, IN

Program Director for LifeWise Academy As program director, you'll help lead and grow your community's LifeWise program by: Building Community Relationships * Develop positive partnerships with school ...

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LifeWise Academy

Program Director

Middlebury, IN

Program Director for LifeWise Academy As program director, you'll help lead and grow your community's LifeWise program by: Building Community Relationships * Develop positive partnerships with school ...

LifeWise Academy

Program Director

Middlebury, IN

Program Director for LifeWise Academy As program director, you'll help lead and grow your community's LifeWise program by: Building Community Relationships * Develop positive partnerships with school ...

LifeWise Academy

Program Director

Greenwood, IN · On-site

What You'll Do As program director, you'll help lead and grow your community's LifeWise program by ... Serve as a trusted representative of LifeWise Academy in the local community * Communicate the ...

LifeWise Academy

Program Director

Portage, IN · On-site

What You'll Do As program director, you'll help lead and grow your community's LifeWise program by ... Serve as a trusted representative of LifeWise Academy in the local community * Communicate the ...

LifeWise Academy

Program Director

Marion, IN · On-site

What You'll Do As program director, you'll help lead and grow your community's LifeWise program by ... Serve as a trusted representative of LifeWise Academy in the local community * Communicate the ...

LifeWise Academy

Program Director

Monticello, IN · On-site

What You'll Do As program director, you'll help lead and grow your community's LifeWise program by ... Serve as a trusted representative of LifeWise Academy in the local community * Communicate the ...

LifeWise Academy

Program Director

South Bend, IN · On-site

What You'll Do As program director, you'll help lead and grow your community's LifeWise program by ... Serve as a trusted representative of LifeWise Academy in the local community * Communicate the ...

LifeWise Academy

Program Director

Elkhart, IN · On-site

What You'll Do As program director, you'll help lead and grow your community's LifeWise program by ... Serve as a trusted representative of LifeWise Academy in the local community * Communicate the ...

LifeWise Academy

Program Director

IN · On-site

What You'll Do As program director, you'll help lead and grow your community's LifeWise program by ... Serve as a trusted representative of LifeWise Academy in the local community * Communicate the ...

LifeWise Academy

Program Director

Avon, IN · On-site

What You'll Do As program director, you'll help lead and grow your community's LifeWise program by ... Serve as a trusted representative of LifeWise Academy in the local community * Communicate the ...

LifeWise Academy

Program Director

Saint John, IN · On-site

What You'll Do As program director, you'll help lead and grow your community's LifeWise program by ... Serve as a trusted representative of LifeWise Academy in the local community * Communicate the ...

LifeWise Academy

Program Director

Marion, IN · On-site

What You'll Do As program director, you'll help lead and grow your community's LifeWise program by ... Serve as a trusted representative of LifeWise Academy in the local community * Communicate the ...

LifeWise Academy

Program Director

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

What You'll Do As program director, you'll help lead and grow your community's LifeWise program by ... Serve as a trusted representative of LifeWise Academy in the local community * Communicate the ...

LifeWise Academy

Program Director

Middlebury, IN · On-site

What You'll Do As program director, you'll help lead and grow your community's LifeWise program by ... Serve as a trusted representative of LifeWise Academy in the local community * Communicate the ...

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How much do academy director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for academy director in Indiana is $85,640.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,100.00 and $85,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How can you become an Academy Director?

To become an Academy Director, candidates typically need a combination of relevant experience in education, sports, or training management, along with leadership skills. A bachelor's degree in a related field is often required, and some roles may prefer or require a master's degree or specific certifications. Gaining experience in program management and demonstrating strong organizational and communication skills are also important steps.

How much do Academy directors make?

Academy directors typically earn a median annual salary of around $70,000 to $100,000, depending on the size of the institution, location, and level of experience. Higher salaries are common in larger or private academies, and leadership skills are highly valued in this role.

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Infographic showing various Academy Director job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, and 21% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $85,640 per year, or $41.2 per hour.

Assistant Academy Director ($1,000. Sign-On Bonus) - First Baptist Church - Greenwood

Lionheart Children's Academy

Greenwood, IN • On-site

$45K - $51K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Description
Position Summary
The Assistant Academy Director will be responsible for managing all aspects of Academy operations and meeting the state licensing requirements as outlined in the Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers. The Assistant Academy Director will promote and instill corporate values, vision and goals. The Assistant Academy Director will foster and maintain positive relationships with Academy staff, key host church staff, parents, students, vendors and the local community while providing strategic leadership and oversight of the academy.
The Assistant Academy Director will report directly to the Academy Director and have indirect reports from academy support staff.
Visionary Leadership
  • Assist in promoting and maintaining the vision, mission and core values of Lionheart Children's Academy.
  • Exercise both professional and spiritual leadership and focus to ensure that the goals and vision for the academy maintain priority.
  • Ensure that the culture of the academy is dynamic, inspiring and fun.

Staffing & Leadership Development
  • Assist the Academy Director in providing leadership to Academy Staff- including spiritual nurturing, coaching, mentoring, encouragement, educational and professional development - to ensure that they are passionate and joy-filled as they teach and care for young children.
  • Be available to Academy Staff, parents, and church leaders as a resource and/or problem-solving.
  • Contribute to the evaluation of Academy Staff job performance, development plans, and compensation recommendations.
  • Actively participate in key professional organizations so as to enrich personal and professional development.
  • Create and maintain the staff schedule.

General Operations
  • Assist the Academy Director and Regional Director in the development, implementation and oversight of all operating standards, processes and systems necessary to effectively operate the academy to achieve stated outcomes.
  • Ensure compliance with all licensing requirements and federal and state laws related to academy operations.
  • Assist in conducting annual tuition rate survey in order to adjust tuition rates, based on child care trends in the area.
  • Participate in on-going review of faculty and crisis handbook to ensure that they remain relevant and up to date.
  • Visit classrooms on a daily basis, to ensure adherence to corporate and academy goals, standards and objectives.
  • Support the Academy Director in maintaining compliance with the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), including oversight of meal service and adherence to program standards.
  • Maintain weekly/monthly checklists for licensing standards compliance.

Space & Equipment
  • Regularly inspect outdoor areas and reporting any maintenance needs to Academy Director.
  • Regularly inspect indoor areas and reporting any maintenance needs to Academy Director.
  • Assist the Academy Director in arranging for custodial care, maintenance, and repairs.

Enrollment
  • Provide tours to parents of prospective students.
  • Conduct orientation of newly enrolled students.
  • Familiarize parents of newly enrolled students with school policies.
  • Remain alert to enrollment needs at all times.
  • Support advertising and public relations program to promote enrollments.

Parents
  • Maintain an active system of parent-school relationships.
  • Contribute to a parent-education program.
  • Maintain an open line of communication between parents and staff.
  • Maintain parents' resource library.

Health
  • Implement a health program for the school.
  • Connect with recognized agencies that are able to help children with special needs.
  • Maintain a referral system for children who have special needs.

Safety
  • Maintain a safety program for the school.
  • Keep informed of the school's legal responsibilities and liabilities.
  • Maintain scheduling, conducting and records of fire and storm drills.
  • Assure that teachers plan activities to teach the children safety on an ongoing basis.
  • Inspect all vehicles and report any maintenance needs to Academy Director.

Community Relationships
  • Welcome visitors to the school and arrange pleasant, productive and thorough visits.
  • Maintain a liaison with representatives of various branches of local, state, and federal government, for the purpose of supporting legislation concerned with education.

Accounts Receivable/Finance
  • Work closely with the Academy Director to follow the Academy's annual financial plan including key outcomes and corresponding budget.
  • Manage weekly/monthly billing using the academy's management software.
  • Collect, post, and deposit tuition payments daily.
  • Collect outstanding tuition and implement academy policies regarding such.
  • Provide weekly tuition aging report to Academy Director.
  • Provide timely and accurate weekly and monthly records and reports - to include bank deposits, billing reports, contact logs and call backs, etc. to Academy Director as requested.
  • Adhere to budgetary guidelines - specifically accounts receivable, labor expenditures and food purchases.

Requirements
Background, Experience, and Education
  • Associates Degree or CDA required.
  • Minimum 3 years' experience as Assistant Academy Director for a licensed child care facility.
  • Academic experience with toddler, pre-school and/or elementary teaching.
  • Key expertise will include accreditation, marketing, recruitment and staff supervision, operations management and customer service.
  • Familiarity with or ability to learn federal child nutrition program standards (e.g., CACFP).
  • Experience with Microsoft office products, with proficiency in Outlook, Excel and/or other database management or CRM systems.

Critical Gifts
  • Spiritual maturity - committed and passionate follower of Jesus Christ
  • Burning desire to reach children and parents
  • People builder - proven ability to build teams, grow leaders, and create culture
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Results-driven, self-starter
  • Excellent customer-service skills and the ability to create effective partnerships with churches, families and staff
  • Well-versed in child care accreditation and licensing standards
  • Strong collaboration and teamwork
  • Strong organizational and project management skills
  • Capacity to effectively manage Academy financials

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