Dean of Teaching and Learning

Position Type:
Administration/ Assistant Principal

TITLE: Dean of Teaching & Learning - Secondary

SUPERVISES: Building Teachers and Support Staff

EMPLOYMENT: Full time (205 days)

To assist the Principal in providing leadership and supervision in administering the educational program in order to promote the educational development and achievement of students in accordance with Board of Education policies, administrative procedures, rules and regulations, and applicable law. To provide leadership in program development and improvement, as well as in professional staff development. To serve as Principal in the absence of the Principal.

• Assists with the hiring, support and retain effective staff; develop or exit low performers. Systems Management
• Assists with allocating resources to best support school improvement
• Builds and maintains a safe and orderly school environment that meets the academic, social, emotional and physical needs of each student.
• Provides coherent support services and accommodations to meet the needs of each student
• Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of educational programs, including curricular and extracurricular activities.
• Assists in the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district policies Instructional Leadership
• Conducts high quality classroom observations, identifies effective teaching practices, and understands pedagogy that results in improved student learning
• Assists with the develop staff members' professional knowledge, skills and practice through differentiated opportunities for learning and growth
• Assists teachers in selecting yearly professional goals for the improvement of instruction.
• Assists in the development and administration of school programs consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or strategies to teaching.
• Assists in coordinating the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop and implement instructional programs and teaching practices. Focus on Achievement
• Uses assessment data appropriately to monitor student progress and improve instruction.
• Ensures district curriculum, instructional models and assessments are implemented with fidelity.
• Embodies high expectations for student learning and behavior.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and works with teaching staff to modify instructional methods to fit students' needs, including students with special needs.
• Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs. Vision, Mission, Values
• Assists in the development of an educational vision for the school to promote the academic success and well being of each student, and hold staff accountable for the vision.
• Articulates, advocates, and cultivates core values that enhance high expectations, equity, inclusiveness and social justice.
• Ensures that each student and staff member is treated fairly, respectfully, with an understanding of culture and context in interactions, decision making and practice.
• Creates and sustains positive relationships with staff, families and the community for the benefit of students.
• Promotes a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction, cooperative curriculum development, and student learning.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct and attendance conforms with the school's standards and school district policies. Ethics and Professionalism
• Acts ethically and professionally in personal conduct, relationships with others, decision-making, stewardship of the schools' resources and all aspects of leadership,
• Places children at the center of education and accepts responsibility for each student's academic success and well being.
• Provides moral direction for the school and promotes ethical and professional behavior among faculty and staff.
• Assists in ensuring that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Adheres to all negotiated contract provisions.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in elementary or secondary education
• Master's degree or higher in Educational Leadership or related field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years teaching/administrative experience

• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and policy/procedure manuals
• Ability to…