High School Academy Leader

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success.

We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

The Academy Leader will serve as a member of the High School Leadership Team and assist the Principal in managing student culture and teacher development. The Academy Leader will partner on many school leadership initiatives with the school's Associate Director of Operations (ADOO). The Academy Leader's job responsibilities include the following:

Student Culture

* Organize and lead new student induction and new family orientation

* Plan and lead Freshman Forum, weekly, as delegated by Principal

* Plan and teach a portion of the 9th grade College Readiness class

* Plan and support facilitation of student forums and community meetings

* Facilitate family conversations and meetings, and action plan interventions for students when escalated by Dean of Students

People Management

* Manage the Student Talent Manager who plays a key role in ensuring students are engaged with opportunities to find and pursue their passions through projects, internships, summer programs, and competitive clubs

* Manage the Dean of Students, Associate Dean of Students, and Grade Team Leads in ways determined by Regional Superintendent of Instruction and Principal

* Manage other teachers or staff as delegated by the Principal and/or DOO

School Systems + Supervision

* Observe and improve whole-school systems (e.g., lunch, arrival, dismissal) to ensure they meet the needs of students and families and that student culture expectations are upheld

* Supervise lunch, morning arrival, and dismissal on a daily basis

Student Attendance

* Plan and facilitate chronic absenteeism and truancy meetings

* Manage the chronic absenteeism and truancy team to action steps and outcomes

* Provide escalated family follow-up around attendance as needed

Observation and Feedback

* Observe and support teachers struggling with behavior management

* Serve as primary instructional leader for electives teachers

Professional Development (PD)

* Collaborate with the Principal and Dean of Curriculum & Instruction to determine the PD calendar

* Plan and execute PD in August and throughout the year

* Manage Grade Team Leads to plan and lead Team Meetings

Other Projects

* Other projects and initiatives as determined by the Principal and Regional Superintendent of Instruction (e.g., coaching specific teachers, developing and running classroom and student intervention programs)

* Passionate commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools.

* Unwavering belief in high academic and behavioral expectations for all students.

* Experience in crisis and change management, leading and/or coaching adults, and creating and maintaining whole school systems.

* Exceptional time and task management skills.

* Ability to persevere despite uncertainty and unexpected obstacles.

* Relentless drive to empower students academically and personally.

* Self-motivation, desire to be a great teammate, and a strong sense of personal responsibility.

* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and strong interpersonal skills with students, parents, colleagues, and community members.

* Ability and desire to implement feedback from school leaders and colleagues.

* Ability to interpret academic and behavioral data and identify trends

* Ability to provide high quality feedback to teachers and school culture teams

* Ability to facilitate whole school moments with strong leadership presence

* Required experience:

* Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree is preferred.

* At least 3 years of experience working in an urban district or charter school setting.

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