Dean of Instruction - Elementary

Aspire Public Schools•Los Angeles, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dean of Instruction assists the site principal in developing a healthy school community and culture grounded in the principles of “College for Certain.” The role primarily supports the development and refinement of the school’s academic program by supporting staff professional development, aligning educational offerings with student needs, and evaluating the program’s success. Depending on the school’s needs, the Dean may focus more on teacher coaching or take on a more student-facing role. The position may also serve on leadership teams addressing school culture, compliance, and other tasks assigned by the principal. Aspire Public Schools operates a network of college-preparatory charter schools serving TK–12 students in California. Its purpose is to prepare scholars for success in college, career, and life, in a community guided by values including well-being, belonging, community partnership, agency and self-determination, and joy. The position supports instructional quality, staff development, student achievement, school leadership, and student culture. It involves collaboration with the principal, Home Office, teachers, students, families, community stakeholders, and other school personnel. Work is performed in office, classroom, computer lab, and indoor and outdoor school environments. The role may require work outside typical workdays and office hours to meet operational deadlines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 3 years of full-time teaching experience working in underserved communities.
Demonstrated experience with instructional leadership, including knowledge of curriculum, training design, assessment, culture building, and developing and leading teachers.
Strong organization, time-management, and follow-up skills; a high sense of urgency; and the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently and work as part of a team.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to write clearly and persuasively and interact effectively with different audiences.
Knowledge of business and management principles, leadership techniques, resource allocation, and coordination of resources and people.
Knowledge of applicable laws, Education Code, and regulations governing educational practices.
Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data.
Ability to select and use appropriate training and instructional methods and procedures when learning or teaching new material.
Clear the Department of Justice background screening.
Be authorized to work in the United States.
Provide health (TB) clearance, updated most recently every four years.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or Ph.D. in Education.
Valid Administrative Credential.
NCLB Highly Qualified status.
Five or more years of teaching and/or administrative experience.

Responsibilities

Support administration in maintaining high-quality academic and operational programs and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
Implement instructional programs that strengthen teaching skills and advance student achievement.
Lead or support at least one instructional/content department team or grade-level span.
Conduct or participate in formal and informal classroom observations using the Aspire Student Learning Framework.
Coach teachers to align instruction with curriculum standards using the applicable coaching framework.
Plan and conduct teacher professional development related to classroom procedures, instructional materials and equipment, and teaching aids.
Monitor and analyze student and program data, identify trends, and prepare reports to improve student achievement.
Coordinate or support Cycle of Inquiry sessions.
Participate in or chair the RTI committee or academic components of MTSS.
Coordinate with after-school programs and intervention personnel to provide coherent student supports.
Help teachers develop and foster classroom climates that support academic achievement.
Support academic counseling and monitoring of student class schedules.
Provide direct student instruction in coursework based on school-site needs.
Prepare teachers to support student testing and oversee administration of applicable assessments, including GATE, SBAC, ELPAC, and other state- or Aspire-required assessments.
Participate in or represent the principal at SST, IEP, 504, or other meetings as required.
Work with families to support students’ academic, intellectual, social, and behavioral development.
Recommend, order, or authorize instructional materials, supplies, equipment, and visual aids to meet student educational needs.
Assign work to, supervise, and evaluate direct reports.
Develop and cultivate a schoolwide culture that fosters positive relationships across all levels.
Collaborate with the principal and Home Office to achieve school-site and organizational goals.
Support administration in delivering student report cards.
Lead projects assigned by the principal, which may include process improvement, inquiry-driven instructional improvements, or other required projects.
Lead and participate in staff meetings and trainings, including travel within and outside the school region.
Build and maintain relationships with parents, community stakeholders, the sponsoring district, and neighborhood schools.
Implement, model, and enforce student discipline policies and cultural norms.
Respond to and participate in complaints or investigations involving student behavior.
Work with students, parents, and school staff to build a safe and productive learning environment.
Support Aspire’s mission, vision, values, policies, procedures, confidentiality standards, and code of ethical behavior.
Perform other related duties as assigned.