Role OverviewThe Academic Dean will oversee, coach, and support classroom teachers in designated grades to achieve high academic results for all PAVE students. The Academic Dean will work with the Instructional Leadership Team, teachers, parents, students, and outside instructional consultants to establish a strong achievement-centered culture, coach teachers to excellence, and ensure the functionality of systems that support student achievement.
What You Will Do
The Academic Dean will be responsible for designing and implementing professional development for teachers, coordinating in-house, state, and national assessments, leading the school's standards-based assessment strategies, and continuously reviewing student achievement data to monitor student and class progress towards proficiency goals and targets.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to PAVE's mission and vision, an uncompromising belief that all students can learn, and a relentless work ethic to push through difficult challenges. The candidate will also have the ability to work collaboratively with a team of teachers, outstanding public speaking and writing skills, technological proficiency, and excellent organizational skills.
Requirements
- At least two years of experience with a proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom
- Experience teaching in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred
- Bachelor's Degree (required), Master's Degree (preferred)
- New York State Teaching Certification or Equivalent
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