Dean of Instruction - Elementary

Aspire Public Schools•Los Angeles, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dean of Instruction assists the site principal in developing a healthy school community and culture grounded in “College for Certain.” The role primarily supports the development and refinement of the school’s academic program by focusing on staff professional development and support, aligning educational offerings with student needs, and evaluating program success. The position may also participate in leadership teams addressing school culture, compliance, and other tasks assigned by the principal. Depending on school needs, the role may emphasize teacher coaching or direct work with students. The Dean supports instructional quality and compliance, leads or supports a department or grade-level team, conducts classroom observations and teacher coaching, plans professional development, analyzes student and program data, and coordinates academic interventions and assessments. The role also contributes to school leadership, staff supervision, student life and culture, family engagement, and other assigned duties. The position is based in an elementary school in South Los Angeles. Work takes place in office, classroom, computer lab, and indoor and outdoor school environments, with possible exposure to dust, oils, cleaning chemicals, and childhood or other diseases. Work outside typical workdays and office hours may be required to meet operational deadlines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 3 years working as a full-time teacher in underserved communities required.
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; ability to manage multiple projects 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.
Clear the Department of Justice background screening.
Be authorized to work in the United States.
Provide health (TB) clearance, updated at least every four years.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach overhead, grasp, push, and pull; move, lift, or carry up to 30 pounds to shoulder height; and use hands repetitively for fine manipulation and grasping.
Ability to demonstrate normal depth perception; sit, walk, or stand for extended periods; use a computer keyboard, standard office equipment, and telephone; see and read screens and printed material with or without vision aids; and hear and understand speech in person and on the telephone with or without auditory aids.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or Ph.D. in Education.
Valid Administrative Credential.
NCLB Highly Qualified status.
At least 5 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 learning.
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, equipment, and teaching aids.
Monitor and analyze data, identify trends, and prepare reports to increase 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.
Support teachers in creating classroom environments that promote student achievement.
Support academic counseling and monitor student class schedules.
Provide direct student instruction based on school-site needs.
Prepare teachers for 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.
Assign work to, supervise, and evaluate direct reports.
Develop and cultivate a schoolwide culture that fosters positive relationships.
Collaborate with the Principal and Home Office to achieve site and organizational goals.
Support administration with delivery of student report cards.
Lead projects assigned by the principal, including process improvement and inquiry-driven instructional improvement projects.
Lead and participate in staff meetings and training, 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 collaboratively with students, parents, and staff to create a safe, productive learning environment.
Demonstrate support for Aspire’s mission, vision, values, policies, procedures, confidentiality standards, and ethical code, including its antiracism values.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.