Dean of Instruction (Specials) - High School (Immediate)

KIPP Capital Region Public Schools•Albany, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dean of Instruction (Specials) supports academic outcomes for students in grades 9–12 by coaching teachers and strengthening instruction in the Specials/Electives area. The role also supports the culture and climate of a high school grade level and students’ social and emotional learning and development. As a member of the senior leadership team, the Dean helps oversee academic operations and teacher development. The Dean observes instruction, reviews lesson and unit plans and assessments, and provides teachers with specific, comprehensive feedback and strategies to improve their practice. The role supports curriculum design and alignment, assessment development, data analysis, action planning, and professional development. The Dean collaborates with teachers and school leaders to respond to student needs, develop interventions, maintain high expectations, and communicate with families about instructional gaps and student progress. The position is located at KIPP Capital Region schools in Albany, New York.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
At least 2 years of experience as a Lead Teacher with a proven record of results.
Proficiency in managing a team, coaching teachers, and/or designing curriculum, preferably in a charter, private, or public school environment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule outside regular business hours.
Ability to create and work within an inclusive environment that honors and supports diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Fluent English reading, writing, and speaking ability.
Ability to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed.
Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience coaching teachers in academics and Culture & Climate.
Experience developing academic policies, systems, and school-wide analysis and data collection.
Prior experience working in urban schools and communities.

Responsibilities

Provide instructional support and coaching to teachers to help students reach their academic potential.
Support academic operations related to curriculum, assessments, and instructional guidelines.
Serve on the senior leadership team and oversee aspects of academic operations and teacher development.
Observe instruction and provide feedback and strategies to improve teachers’ content-area practice.
Support teachers in designing units, lessons, and year-long curricula.
Analyze student data and modify curriculum and assessments to meet student needs.
Work with grade-level chairs, assistant principals, principals, and other academic staff to share best practices.
Advise school leaders and teachers on instructional strategies and intervention programs for struggling students.
Collaborate with the Teaching and Learning Team on school-wide assessments and with campus-based leaders on instructional decisions based on student performance.
Cultivate a standards-based, data- and results-oriented culture.
Help create and improve aligned curriculum resources and determine appropriate resources and support for teachers.
Provide feedback on lessons and assessments aligned with college-readiness standards, and advise on curriculum development and instructional strategies for historically underachieving students.
Review lesson plans, unit plans, and assessments; understand scope-and-sequence models; observe classroom instruction; and provide comprehensive analysis and feedback.
Provide instructional-strategy training and develop and facilitate professional development as needed.
Support curriculum development using backward design and advise on scope and sequence aligned with essential content knowledge and local, state, and national standards.
Develop, execute, and oversee instructional guidelines, including assessment-calendar adherence, grade data entry, data analysis, and action planning.
Recommend best practices for curriculum alignment across grade levels within the specified content area.
Help maintain high expectations for scholars in every classroom.
Work with teachers to ensure regular communication with parents about instructional gaps and student improvements.