Academic Dean

First Baptist Church Concord•Knoxville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide leadership for K-12 faculty by developing an environment to equip teachers to teach students to serve, lead and transform their world to be inspired to follow Jesus.

Requirements

Uphold Biblical priorities through a growing personal relationship with Jesus.
Become an active member of FB Concord or be an active member of a local like-minded bible teaching church
Develop personal evangelism opportunities within & outside the church & school
Encompass the qualities and characteristics of Concord staff members as outlined in our Staff Values.
Master of Education or Educational Leadership required
5+ years teaching required
3-5+ years in educational leadership preferred
1stAid/CPR certification preferred – able to obtain upon hire

Nice To Haves

10+ years preferred teaching experience
Department Chair or Grade Level Lead experience preferred
1stAid/CPR certification preferred

Responsibilities

Lead school accreditation process (ACSI/Cognia) & maintain annual ACSI paperwork.
Work with lead teachers/dept chairs to oversee the alignment of curriculum for K-12th grades according to TN state standards & in a biblical worldview.
Research curriculum trends & provide guidance to teachers & principals.
Coordinate with CCP to align curriculum & support a smooth transition from birth through TK/K.
Assist Principals with curriculum budgets for each department.
Oversee teacher certification through ACSI and state licensing.
Oversee Academic Center to provide teachers with instructional strategies to provide students with multiple paths to success.
Point teachers towards Portrait of a LION & how to incorporate ESOs into daily lessons.
Develop & implement a 2-year professional development path for new teachers that includes mentorship.
Oversee Atlas management & training for all teachers.
In partnership with Principals coordinate professional development for all staff.
Coordinate Title 2A/4A Professional Development Resources.
Become an active part of the emergency response team.
Work with Administrative Leadership Team to ensure a dynamic & growing school that is inspiring students, staff & families to follow Jesus.
Work to ensure that confidentiality is maintained by faculty & staff as it pertains to student discipline, academic struggles, or staff issues.
Participate in other CCS events as assigned or requested by HOS.