Chief Executive Officer (CEO) (Remote from Illinois)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in Illinois.

This role offers the opportunity to lead a statewide virtual K–12 school during a period of strategic growth and transformation. The CEO will shape academic vision, strengthen organizational culture, and drive operational excellence while serving a diverse student population. Acting as the public face of the school, you will engage with families, partners, and policymakers across the state. This position requires a strategic, empathetic, and data-informed leader who can inspire staff, foster equity, and advance student outcomes. The role combines high-level decision-making with hands-on leadership in a remote-first environment, influencing both academic and operational success.

Accountabilities:

• Provide strategic and academic leadership, implementing student-centered approaches that enhance learning outcomes and engagement.
• Lead culture-building initiatives to strengthen communication, trust, and morale among a remote workforce.
• Serve as the primary representative to families, community partners, and state officials, fostering positive relationships and advocacy.
• Oversee financial and operational management, including a multi-million-dollar budget, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Develop and mentor leadership teams, promote fair HR practices, and cultivate a high-performing, collaborative organizational culture.
• Maintain transparent and proactive communication with the Board of Trustees, supporting governance and strategic planning processes.

Requirements:

• Senior leadership experience in education, public sector, or mission-driven organizations.
• Proven ability to lead through change and stabilize organizational culture.
• Strong financial management skills and data-informed decision-making capabilities.
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, access, and inclusive educational practices.
• Preferred: experience in virtual or cyber-based education, K–12 educational leadership certification, or background as an educator/administrator.
• Experience supervising remote teams and working with diverse populations is advantageous.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to influence educational outcomes and organizational strategy.
• Leadership of a high-impact, mission-driven institution.
• Remote-first work environment with statewide engagement.
• Professional growth in strategic, operational, and educational leadership.

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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