Associate Dean Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Valid teaching certification or eligibility for certification upon employment (CT certification or eligibility for reciprocity required).
• At least 5–7 years of elementary teaching experience with a demonstrated record of strong academic growth and achievement in mathematics, science, or STEM; plus at least 1 year of experience coaching and/or leading adults to drive notable academic performance.
• Deep knowledge of foundational and advanced mathematics instruction, scientific inquiry, engineering design processes, and STEM integration for elementary learners.
• Deep knowledge of foundational and advanced literacy development, including structured literacy principles, reading comprehension strategies, and the science of reading as applied to elementary learners.
• Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction and apply a range of scaffolding strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all scholars—including MLLs, students with IEPs, and students with 504 plans—across varied instructional modalities.
• Proficient in using data to assess academic outcomes and inform strategic decisions, with experience developing and monitoring interim assessments and individualized support plans.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to inspire and influence educators and families.
• Proven ability to lead school-wide and grade-level initiatives that drive academic excellence in STEM and foster a positive learning environment.
• Deep alignment with the mission and values of Elevate Charter Schools and Booker T. Washington Academy.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or higher in Education, STEM Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
• Valid school leadership certification or eligibility for certification upon employment (CT certification or eligibility for reciprocity required).
• Specialized training or certifications in STEM instruction, math content leadership, science pedagogy, inquiry-based learning, instructional coaching, or STEM curriculum design.
• Prior experience in a charter or high performing urban school environment is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Connecticut Core Standards in Math and Science, and experience with widely-used STEM programs and assessment tools (e.g., Eureka Math, Illustrative Math, Amplify Science, FOSS, MAP Growth, or comparable curricula).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a rigorous, inquiry-based, culturally relevant STEM curriculum—spanning mathematics, science, engineering thinking, and integrated STEM experiences—that aligns with BTWA’s mission and prepares scholars for college and beyond.
• Ensure vertical alignment and coherence of STEM instruction across K–4 grade levels, building a strong foundation in conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and scientific thinking.
• Integrate diverse, real-world STEM applications and culturally responsive materials that affirm and reflect the identities and experiences of BTWA scholars.
• Lead the adoption of innovative and differentiated STEM instructional practices, incorporating hands-on learning, digital tools, manipulatives, lab experiences, and personalized strategies that engage all learners.
• Champion a love of mathematics, scientific inquiry, experimentation, and engineering design as pathways for scholar curiosity, critical thinking, and academic identity development.
• Conduct regular, structured classroom observations and deliver targeted, actionable feedback to teachers to refine STEM instructional practices and maximize scholar engagement.
• Directly coach a caseload of teachers to further develop their instructional skills and their ability to support the learning and achievement of 100% of scholars.
• Model exemplary STEM instruction through co-teaching, demonstration lessons, lab facilitation, and in-the-moment coaching.
• Utilize qualitative and quantitative data—including interim assessments, math fluency checks, science performance tasks, exit tickets, and progress monitoring—to inform strategic decisions and drive continuous improvement in STEM.
• Lead data debrief cycles with grade-level teams, translating data into targeted instructional actions and support plans for all learners, including students with IEPs and English Learners.
• Design, coordinate, and lead professional development sessions that empower educators to implement high-impact STEM curriculum and instructional practices, with an emphasis on conceptual understanding, inquiry, and culturally responsive pedagogy.
• Facilitate the use of research-based STEM frameworks and instructional models, building teacher expertise and confidence across grade levels.
• Mentor teacher leaders, grade-level coaches, and content specialists in STEM, building their capacity to guide peers and manage classroom instruction effectively.
• Identify and cultivate emerging instructional leaders within the STEM team, creating pathways for professional growth and responsibility.
• Facilitate collaboration among grade-level teams for planning units, lessons, and assessments in STEM, ensuring vertical alignment and consistency across the academic program.
• Partner with the BTWA ES instructional leadership team and Elevate’s academic team to ensure curricular coherence and alignment with school-wide and network-wide academic priorities.
• Establish and refine systems and protocols that support the effective delivery of STEM academic programs, including teacher observations, data collection, and performance reviews.
• Manage the STEM instructional calendar, ensuring alignment of units, assessments, and professional development with the school’s academic priorities and schedule.
• Ensure that instructional strategies and curricular decisions in STEM comply with Connecticut academic standards (CT Core Standards) and BTWA’s high expectations.
• Monitor and support compliance with IEP accommodations, EL supports, and other mandated requirements as they relate to STEM instruction.
• Implement cycles of evaluation, regular data debriefs, and feedback loops to continually refine STEM academic strategies and reinforce a culture of accountability.
• Produce regular progress reports on STEM academic outcomes for school leadership and Elevate’s academic leadership team.
• Serve as an active member of the school's instructional leadership team, contributing to school-wide priorities, initiatives, and decision-making that extend beyond the STEM program.
• Collaborate with and support the Principal and fellow leadership team colleagues in advancing the broader goals, culture, and programming of BTWA ES—including participation in school-wide events, committees, family engagement efforts, and other shared leadership responsibilities as directed.
• Approach the role with a “whole school” mindset, understanding that instructional leadership at BTWA ES is a shared, collective endeavor that requires flexibility, partnership, and investment beyond one’s primary content area.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits packages