Director of Competency-Based Learning

Director of Competency-Based Learning (K12)

Matchbook Learning is a non-profit charter management organization based in Indianapolis, Indiana. We operate two schools : Matchbook Learning at Wendell Phillips School 63, serving students in Kindergarten through 8th grade, and The Match High School and Career Center, which currently serves 9th and 10th grade students and will expand to include 11th grade students in the fall of 2026.

Our mission is to personalize learning, within a restorative community, fostering resilience and excellence while preparing students for real-world opportunities. As an innovative and inclusive organization, we are committed to ensuring that every child is known, loved, and flourishing. We are currently seeking a candidate for the Director of Competency-Based Learning to join our team. Position Overview Matchbook Learning is seeking an experienced instructional leader to build and lead our K12 Competency-Based Learning (CBL) model and to redesign our K12 College and Career Readiness (CCR) experience. This role combines system design, teacher coaching, and daily instruction.

The Director of CBL will :

• Lead the development and implementation of a K12 competency-based model, and
• Revamp the K12 College and Career Readiness course sequence so it becomes a core vehicle for exposing students to multiple pathways, helping them understand their strengths and interests, and building the skills needed for high school, college, and careers.

This role includes teaching one daily section of a CCR course and shaping the broader K12 CCR experience. The Director will work closely with the Head of School and the Director of Workforce Development to design a student-centered, mastery-oriented model that prepares students for their next steps.

Key Responsibilities :

College and Career Readiness and Pathways :

Data and Continuous Improvement :

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Candidate Profile :

The successful candidate will be an instructional expert and systems thinker who is comfortable building new structures, coaching adults, and leading change. They should be organized, collaborative, and deeply committed to equity, mastery, student agency, and meaningful pathway exploration for all students.

Benefits

Application Process :

Interested candidates should submit their resume to

Matchbook Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.