Job Posting for [Template] Dean of Instruction at Eagle College Prep
Job Purpose
Under the direction of the Principal, the Dean of Instruction will focus on supporting teachers and instructional leaders to deliver the best academic experience for our scholars. S/he will conducts observations and provide feedback, utilize data-driven instruction, curriculum and assessment, and professional development. In conjunction with the Principals, the Dean of Instruction (DOI) will implement a professional development program to guide assigned instructional staff members in becoming master teachers.
Essential Responsibilities and Competencies
Data Driven Instruction
Facilitate assessment cycles including scheduling, quality assurance of assessment materials, and teacher/scholar preparation with the support of school leadership
Conduct deep analysis of data in order to lead effective analysis meetings with teachers in content areas
Guide and support Teachers in creating grade level or content area action plans and materials to address data
Execute data meetings based on daily scholar work samples and monitor grade-level progress
Plan the instructional and curriculum schedule in partnership with principals and network support team based on school-specific data and results
Ensure that systematic interventions occur whenever scholars are struggling; monitor quality and effectiveness of interventions to ensure they are rigorous, disciplined, and high-impact
Write thorough, thoughtful, actionable annual growth plans for all the teachers in your portfolio
Own organization-wide curriculum and assessment work based on content expertise such as lesson planning, assessment revisions and review, collaborative scoring, and/or network analysis
Effectively plan both full units and individual lessons with teachers, guiding them through the entire backwards planning process
Observation and Feedback
Conduct daily observations and plan/execute feedback meetings that lead to teacher and instructional leader development and support implementation of action steps
Provide real-time feedback to teachers during instruction
Identify clear learning goals for teachers, create and execute on development plans using a range of coaching strategies to improve teacher effectiveness
Observe lessons and provide ongoing, specific, actionable, positive and constructive feedback that ensures teachers can implement the feedback to grow in instructional planning and delivery and foster a feeling of shared vision and goals
Contribute to teachers’ mid-year reviews
Professional Development
Plan and deliver high-quality professional development that trains and orients staff members in curricular systems and key pedagogical issues
Plan and execute team meetings for grade-level or content-area staff
Accurately identify and prioritize professional development needs through careful analysis of scholar data
Demonstrate a relentless drive to improve the minds and lives of scholars in and out of school
Build professional relationships with teachers that help in their development
Collaborate with the campus-wide and network-wide staff to maximize the ability of our schools to support scholars’ academic and socioemotional development
Reinforce the mission with staff and inspire them to act on the mission every single day; exude urgency, excellence, and optimism
At least three years of teacher experience with exceptional results, strong instructional skills, and strong classroom management skills
Knowledge of essential content, standards, and highly effective teaching strategies in elementary and middle school grades
Previous experience in coaching new and experienced teachers
Experience working with youth and families in low income urban communities
Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Experience with school teaching platforms and technology for virtual learning
Valid teaching credential or certification
Personal Qualities
Integrity, credibility, and passionate commitment to EAGLE’s mission of Expecting Academic Greatness with a Loving Emphasis
Proactive and hands-on strategic thinker who enjoys tackling challenges and overcoming obstacles
Focus on a systems-oriented approach to student, classroom, and school culture
Strong organization, planning, and time management skills
Ability to simultaneously lead multiple projects
Strong relationship building, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Commitment to loving our scholars, an unwavering belief that all children can and must succeed, and a deep passion for developing the character of a serving leader in every child
Driven by a passion for ensuring every scholar has an excellent education
An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
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