STEM Dean of Instruction - Brays Oaks Secondary

Description

Secondary Dean of Instruction

Reports to:

Director of Academics

Position Type: 11-month

Start Date:

26-27 School Year

Compensation:
Starting at $70,500 annually

• Managing and developing a cohort of teachers;
• With the Principal and/or Director of Academics, setting and upholding clear expectations and standards for excellent teaching in all content areas;
• Ensuring that students receive outstanding instruction in all classrooms by observing and evaluating a cohort of teachers, including adhering to the district Coaching Cycle model by ensuring teachers receive at least one classroom observation and a one‑to‑one coaching check‑in every few weeks;
• Monitoring and managing the progress toward increased student achievement and campus goals for a cohort of teachers, including coaching teachers to use assessment data to improve the quality and scope of their instruction;
• Assisting in the planning and delivery of professional learning opportunities to campus teachers and staff during beginning‑of‑year in‑service days, as well as select professional development days throughout the school year;
• Completing a one‑year credentialing track to become a YES Prep Teacher Evaluator;
• Participating in strategic district‑led professional development for instructional leaders;
• Additional duties as assigned.

MUST Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four‑year educational institution
• At least 3 years of exemplary teaching
• A valid Texas teaching certificate or equivalent
• Belief in and commitment to the mission and core value of YES Prep Public Schools
• Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
• Ability to work urgently in a fast‑paced and results‑oriented environment
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once
• Demonstrated ability to work on a team
• A dedication to learn, grow, and develop as a professional

Nice to have

• Experience in coaching or leading adults

Must Have Beliefs

• Belief in and commitment to the mission and core values of YES Prep Public Schools
• Desire to disrupt systemic status‑quos in education
• Willingness to go above and beyond to disrupt said status‑quos

• Compensation – Exempt, salaried position; salary offers commensurate with experience.
• Health and Supplemental Insurance – $0 monthly medical option, $600 toward a Health Savings Account, and supplemental benefits including Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, etc. Full benefits require 20+ hours per week (medical benefits require 10+ hours).
• Retirement Plans – Participation in Teacher Retirement System of Texas and a 457b Retirement Plan.
• Paid Time Off – 12 days of Paid Time Off for employees working 20+ hours per week, in addition to system closures during the Academic Calendar.
• Paid Leave Programming – Paid leave at 100% for medical needs, including maternity and paternity leave, based on eligibility and tenure.
• Professional Development – Investment in high‑quality programs, effective coaching, and ongoing professional development.

YES Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood.