Dean of Instruction and Innovation Job Pflugerville area,Texas USA,Education / Teaching

About Unparalleled Preparatory Academy

Unparalleled Preparatory Academy (UPA) is reimagining what school can be.

We are building a model where students don't just learn content-they explore careers, develop leadership, and connect their learning to real-world pathways. At UPA, literacy is the foundation, Project-Based Learning (PBL) drives instruction, and every student is known, challenged, and inspired.

We are not maintaining the status quo-we are building something better.
Position Overview

UPA is seeking an exceptional Dean of Instruction and Innovation who is ready to grow into principalship while actively shaping and strengthening instruction across the school.

This role is designed for a high-impact instructional leader-someone who has a strong track record of improving teaching and learning and is ready to scale that impact school wide.

This is not a traditional assistant principal role.
This is a principal pipeline position with real ownership, real influence, and real growth.
What You'll Do
Instructional Leadership

Drive strong, aligned instruction across all classrooms
Ensure literacy is embedded across all content areas
Champion and implement high-quality Project-Based Learning (PBL)
Support teachers in designing engaging, rigorous, and student-centered lessons

Coaching & Teacher Development

Provide frequent, actionable coaching that leads to measurable teacher growth
Translate observation feedback into clear next steps and improved instruction
Build teacher capacity through modeling, co-planning, and data-driven conversations
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional learning

Data-Driven Decision Making

Analyze student achievement data to identify trends and gaps
Lead instructional adjustments based on data while maintaining a focus on the whole child
Monitor progress toward academic goals and ensure accountability

School Culture & Systems

Help build a culture where students are deeply engaged and invested in learning
Develop and refine systems that support both teachers and students
Contribute to a school environment that is structured, joyful, and academically rigorous

Leadership Development

Partner closely with the Principal/CEO to co-lead key initiatives
Participate in strategic planning and school model development
Grow into principal-level leadership through hands-on experience and coaching

What We're Looking For
Experience & Skills

Current or former Assistant Principal, Instructional Coach, or school leader
Proven ability to improve teaching and learning outcomes
Strong background in literacy instruction across content areas
Experience with or deep belief in Project-Based Learning (PBL)
Demonstrated success in coaching and developing teachers
Skilled in using data to drive instructional decisions

Core Competencies

Ability to turn feedback into meaningful instructional change
Strong relationship-builder who can influence and inspire adults
Clear, confident communicator
Systems thinker who can move from vision to execution
Deep understanding of what drives student achievement

Who You Are

Reflective and thoughtful about your leadership practice
Grounded in what works best for students
Committed to continuous learning and growth
Excited by the opportunity to build-not just manage
Ready to step into a larger leadership role

Why UPA

At UPA, you will:

Be part of building a school from the ground up
Work directly alongside a visionary leader
Have real influence over instruction and school design
Grow into principalship with intentional development and support
Join a mission-driven team committed to changing outcomes for students

Our Instructional Commitments

At UPA, we believe:

Literacy is the foundation for all learning
PBL should be rigorous, relevant, and purpose-driven
Teachers deserve strong coaching and support
Students should be known, challenged, and inspired daily

How to Apply

Send your resume and a brief overview of your impact to:
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