Dean of Academics

Cascade Christian Schools•Puyallup, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1992, Cascade Christian Schools serves infants through grade twelve and today is a thriving school district serving students and families throughout Pierce County. Focusing on Christ-centered education, Cascade Christian Schools is dedicated to developing discerning leaders who are spiritually, personally, and academically prepared to impact their world. Join our team as we make a real difference!

Requirements

Agrees with Cascade Christian Schools' Teaching Statement and Statement of Faith
A Christian role model in attitude, speech, and action
Bachelor’s degree in an academic content area; advanced degree preferred
Five-plus years of experience in teaching junior high and high school students
Strong knowledge of junior high and high school operations
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
Ability to establish meaningful relationships with all students in ways that foster the development of the whole child
Ability to perform position responsibilities in ways that ensure a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment for all members of our diverse school community
Ability to work with faculty in ways that nurture professional collaboration, exchange, and growth
Ability to effectively lead employee teams and manage individual employees
Ability to design and implement an innovative, engaging, and age-appropriate curriculum in the content area
Able to attend devotions, faculty meetings, after-school and evening functions
First-aid and CPR-certified or willing to receive and pass certification training
Background check clearance

Responsibilities

Assist with faculty mentoring and serve as an instructional coach as directed by the junior high or high school principal.
Facilitate student support team meetings and follow-up
Assist with leading and organizing faculty professional development as requested by junior high and/or high school principals.
Ensure grade books and lesson plans are up to date and meet CCS Faculty Standards.
Coordinate and organize 4 Pillar Assemblies with the school registrar
Work with program leads and the school registrar to ensure student eligibility standards are maintained.
Work with junior high and high school principals and the dean of students to ensure that appropriate student behavioral expectations are communicated and maintained.
Assist junior high and high school principals with daily school operations and planning of the school schedule and Discipleship/counseling – as requested by junior high or high school principal, school counselor, or parents.
High school lunch duty (two to three days a week).
Supervise and direct junior high/high school operations with the dean of students in the absence of the junior high and high school principal.
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Work collegially in teams in ways that foster professional collaboration and exchange.
Is readily available to students for extra help and guidance outside of class.
Complete all required administrative and operational tasks promptly, in accordance with school operating policies and procedures.
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.