Interim Academic Director of Secondary Education at The Helix School

About the Employer

The Helix School is an accredited nonpublic school serving approximately 60 autistic and neurodivergent students in kindergarten through age 22 in San Rafael, California. Founded in 2014, we provide a specialized, strengths-based learning environment where students with autism and related learning differences receive individualized academic instruction, clinical support, and transition services tailored to their unique needs. Our team is made up of passionate special educators, clinicians, and support staff who believe deeply in the potential of every student. We offer small class sizes, a collaborative multidisciplinary team model, and a school culture grounded in respect, innovation, and continuous learning. If you are looking for meaningful work where your expertise directly shapes the trajectory of a student's life, The Helix School is a place where that happens every day.

Job Summary

Job Summary

The Academic Director of Secondary Education provides leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for The Helix School’s High School and Transition Programs. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based educational programming that prepares students for meaningful post-secondary outcomes, including employment, community participation, independent living, and continuing education. The Academic Director collaborates closely with clinical staff, teachers, families, districts, and community partners to support student success while maintaining compliance with IEPs and educational best practices. This is a temporary, interim position for the 2026–2027 school year.

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