Associate School Director (2027-2028 School Year)

DSST Public Schools•Denver, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate School Director (ASD) is a senior school leader and strategic partner to the School Director, sharing responsibility for student achievement, staff development, school culture, and schoolwide success. ASDs serve on the School Leadership Team and help create rigorous, joyful, inclusive, and equitable learning environments. Depending on campus needs and the School Director’s leadership structure, an ASD’s portfolio may emphasize instructional leadership, school culture, operations, or a combination of these areas. The role may also include teaching a course, advising students, or supporting other schoolwide initiatives. This is a full-time, year-round, benefits-eligible, exempt, in-person position for the 2027–2028 school year, with placements at DSST Public Schools locations across Denver and Aurora, Colorado. The position begins in summer 2027 with new administrator training; the specific start date will be confirmed closer to the school year. The salary range is $94,000–$112,750, based on up to 10 years of aligned experience. A relocation stipend is offered to candidates moving from 75 miles or more outside Denver. DSST Public Schools describes its leadership approach as values-centered, human-focused, and collaborative. The organization offers leadership development opportunities, coaching, career pathways, recognition, wellness resources, health coverage, paid parental leave, time off, relocation support, and local discounts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
At least 5 years of experience working in schools and classrooms.
At least 2 years of school-based leadership experience in grades 6–12.
Demonstrated success coaching, managing, and developing adults to improve student outcomes and professional growth.
Deep commitment to educational equity and the belief that every student deserves access to an exceptional education.
Strong instructional leadership, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to continuous reflection and growth.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading instructional improvement, curriculum development, or schoolwide academic initiatives.
Experience supervising teachers, instructional coaches, or other school leaders.
Demonstrated success using student achievement data to improve academic outcomes.
Experience supporting students from historically underserved communities, including students of color, multilingual learners, and students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Partner with the School Director to execute a shared vision for student achievement, school culture, and operational excellence.
Coach, supervise, and evaluate teachers and school leaders through actionable feedback, professional development, and performance management.
Identify and develop emerging leaders and help build a sustainable school leadership team.
Partner with teachers and department leaders to strengthen curriculum, instructional planning, and rigorous, standards-aligned assessments.
Use student achievement data to guide instructional decisions, monitor progress, and improve academic outcomes.
Support schoolwide assessment systems, including standardized testing, and lead professional development aligned with instructional priorities.
Foster a joyful, inclusive, achievement-oriented school community grounded in DSST’s core values, high expectations, and strong relationships.
Strengthen systems that support student engagement, belonging, accountability, and social-emotional growth.
Support schoolwide culture initiatives, including Morning Meetings and celebrations of student and staff success.
Design and implement sustainable schoolwide systems that support student success and operational excellence.
Collaborate with school leadership to address complex challenges, set priorities, and ensure responsible use of school resources.
Support staff recruitment and hiring, student recruitment, and family engagement.
Partner with DSST Home Office and network leaders to strengthen curriculum, assessment systems, professional development, and instructional practices across the network.
Depending on school needs, teach a course, advise students, or support other schoolwide initiatives.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage.
Fertility and adoption support.
Educator-focused mental-health care.
Six weeks of paid parental leave.
11+ weeks off each year.
Relocation support for out-of-state applicants and a relocation stipend for candidates moving from 75 miles or more outside Denver.
Safeway grocery discounts and local discounts.
Weekly one-on-one coaching, data-driven feedback, and career pathways.
Core Value and TOAST Awards, milestone celebrations, and the Flower Person Award.
Access to the Therapist of Color Collaborative and Wellness Wednesdays.