Ready to revolutionize education? We're seeking a visionary academic leader who has already proven they can transform learning outcomes through bold innovation. At 2 Hour Learning, we've cracked the code on accelerated learning - our students achieve twice the results in just two hours daily through AI-powered tutoring and mastery-based progression. Now we need a fearless pioneer to amplify this success across our network and champion our evidence-based approach to the world.This isn't about theoretical frameworks - it's about driving real transformation. As our academic lighthouse, you'll translate cutting-edge learning science into practical excellence, coach high-performing teams to new heights, and become the compelling voice of an educational revolution backed by undeniable results.
What You Will Be Doing
Your mission, should you choose to accept it:
- Architect practical academic frameworks that bridge the gap between learning science and daily execution
- Orchestrate academic excellence by conducting high-stakes performance reviews and ensuring accountability across our network
- Lead data-driven investigations to identify and eliminate barriers to accelerated learning
- Spearhead strategic planning and milestone tracking to keep all eyes on the prize - exceptional student outcomes
- Be our academic ambassador, from delivering inspiring keynotes to collaborating with education ministries worldwide
What You Won’t Be Doing
Let's be clear - this role is not about:
- Making incremental tweaks to curriculum without driving fundamental change
- Conducting theoretical research disconnected from real student achievement
- Avoiding direct accountability by hiding behind layers of management
- Relying on reputation rather than demonstrable results to drive change
Director Of Academic Excellence Key Responsibilities
Take our revolutionary academic model to new heights by harmonizing execution across our school network, establishing world-class leadership standards, and becoming the authoritative voice of our learning science-based movement.
Basic Requirements
You'll need to bring:
- Advanced credentials in Learning Science, Educational Psychology, or related field (Master's/Ph.D.)
- Proven track record of leading academic/EdTech teams to exceptional outcomes (7+ years)
- Demonstrated success in leveraging AI/technology to boost learning efficiency
- Established thought leadership presence through speaking, publishing, or advisory roles
- Sharp performance management skills and ability to drive excellence among top performers
- Expertise in data-driven learning diagnostics and intervention design
- Natural ability to connect with diverse stakeholders from students to school leaders
Nice-to-have Requirements
Bonus points for:
- Experience founding or leading innovative educational ventures
- Success navigating diverse educational landscapes across cultures and borders
- Expert knowledge of mastery learning principles and Bloom's 2 Sigma research
About 2 Hour Learning
Education is broken, but 2 Hour Learning is proving it doesn’t have to be. They’re tearing down the outdated one-size-fits-all model and replacing it with AI-driven personalized learning that helps kids master academics in just two hours a day.
With students consistently ranking in the top 1-2% nationally and the top 20% achieving an astonishing 6.5x growth, they’re proving that smarter learning is possible. At 2 Hour Learning, it’s talent and performance that matter.
They offer a dynamic, on-campus and remote-friendly environment where innovators, educators, and AI specialists can be a part of fixing a broken school system.
2 Hour Learning is reprogramming learning for the AI era.
Here’s How They’re Fixing It.
There is so much to cover for this exciting role, and space here is limited. Hit the Apply button if you found this interesting and want to learn more. We look forward to meeting you!
Working with us
This is a full-time (40 hours per week), long-term position. The position is immediately available and requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with Crossover as a Contractor of Record. The compensation level for this role is $200 USD/hour, which equates to $400,000 USD/year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year. The payment period is weekly. Consult www.crossover.com/help-and-faqs for more details on this topic.Crossover Job Code: LJ-5595-IN-Mumbai-DirectorofAcad.004
