Dean of Academics (3376)

SOUTHERN AVENUE CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF ACADEMIC EXCELL•Memphis, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dean of Academics serves as the Principal's chief instructional leader and is responsible for ensuring high-quality teaching and learning throughout Southern Avenue Charter Elementary School. The Dean of Academics leads curriculum implementation, instructional coaching, professional learning communities (PLCs), instructional data analysis, teacher development, Title I program administration, and continuous school improvement efforts to improve student achievement. This position serves as the Principal's primary advisor on all instructional matters.

Requirements

Valid Tennessee Educator License
Master's Degree
Minimum five years successful teaching experience
Demonstrated instructional coaching experience
Experience leading professional development
Knowledge of Tennessee academic standards
Experience with federal programs

Nice To Haves

Tennessee Administrator License (ILP)
Prior experience as Instructional Coach, Dean, Assistant Principal, or Curriculum Specialist

Responsibilities

Lead implementation of the school’s instructional vision.
Coach teachers through classroom observations, feedback and mentoring.
Conduct instructional walk-throughs and informal observations.
Assist the Principal with teacher evaluations in accordance with Tennessee Academics Standards.
Monitor curriculum implementation and pacing.
Plan and facilitate Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
Coordinate teacher professional development.
Support new teacher induction and mentoring.
Analyze student achievement data.
Lead instructional data meetings.
Develop instructional action plans.
Collaborate with the Dean of Assessment and Accountability to monitor academic progress.
Serve as Title I Coordinator.
Oversee Title I planning, budgeting, documentation, and compliance.
Coordinate family engagement activities required under Title I.
Ensure compliance with federal program requirements.
Serve on the Administrative Leadership Team.
Assist the Principal in strategic planning.
Help build a culture of instructional excellence.