26-27 High School STEM Academic Dean

Inwood Academy for Leadership; New York (NY); Sur place; USD 100 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Inwood Academy for Leadership seeks a 26-27 High School STEM Academic Dean to lead instructional coaching, data-driven improvement, and curriculum alignment in New York, NY. This full-time role reports to the Site Director and requires a strong background in urban teaching and educational leadership.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred), 3+ years of urban teaching experience, and expertise in coaching and data-informed decision making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; a Master’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years of teaching in an urban school setting.
• Experience with diverse backgrounds and needs; education administration knowledge.

Responsabilités

• Conduct classroom observations and provide actionable feedback to teachers.
• Collaborate with teams to plan units, lessons, and assessments with ongoing feedback.
• Analyze school data to design interventions and guide instructional decisions.
• Oversee data collection, benchmarks, and post-assessment reviews to adjust practices.

Connaissances

Urban teaching

Instructional coaching

Data analysis

Staff collaboration

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Description du poste

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26-27 High School STEM Academic Dean

High School Administration Full Time High School, New York, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1038

Salary Range: $100,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually

About Inwood Academy for Leadership

Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School is a tuition-free public charter school that began as an idea among community members who longed to see more educational choices offered to the children of Washington Heights and Inwood.

All staff must be willing to commit to our mission: Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School will empower students in Inwood and Washington Heights to become agents for change through community-focused leadership, character development and college preparedness. Our staff regard our student leaders as burgeoning assets to their community and help them develop the tools they need to be successful in college and beyond. IAL is committed to providing a well-rounded educational experience for all students we serve. We are looking for candidates who are hardworking, flexible, and innovative as well as able to embody the IAL traits of leadership in their daily work (honesty, integrity, responsibility, caring and restraint).

Reports To: Site Director

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related fields is required; a Master’s degree is preferred
• 3+ years of experience of teaching in an urban school setting
• Experience working with students with diverse backgrounds and needs
• Experience and general understanding of education administration
• Training in and knowledge of instructional coaching

Key Strategic Priorities Include:

• Building, maintaining, and partnering with staff, parents, and other administrators.
• Working together with administration and staff to promote the Highly Reliable Schools framework; specifically in Level 2: Effective Teaching in Every Classroom.
• Utilize the Science of Learning - research based instructional practices as the heart of instructional coaching.
• Constantly research best practices to ensure coaching practices are aligned with the research by reading books, articles and listening to podcasts that support these strategies.
• Utilize data to support teachers in making wise choices about classroom instruction.
• Identify goals for each teacher and ensure the growth and development of these goals throughout the school year
• Ensure that all teachers are internalizing their curriculum by leading them through curriculum protocols, scheduling trainings, and providing additional resources as needed
• Prioritize the improvement of classroom instruction by visiting classrooms throughout each day and meeting with teachers to follow up and follow through on goals their personal development
• Participate in school planning and decision-making processes, ensuring that instructional initiatives align with overall school improvement plans
• Ensure effective use of student achievement data to set and monitor critical goals, implement targeted interventions, and evaluate progress

Responsibilities

Staff Coaching & Development

• Conduct regular classroom observations and deliver targeted, actionable feedback to teachers that supports their instructional growth and effectiveness
• Utilize multiple data sources to evaluate teachers' pedagogical strengths and weaknesses, ensuring feedback aligns with student achievement goals
• Collaborate with teachers and subject/grade teams to co-plan units, lessons, and assessments, sharing ongoing feedback to improve instructional practices
• Provide job-embedded professional development opportunities, including facilitating department and content meetings, to support teachers’ growth goals
• Partner with the Site Director to identify teachers requiring additional support and collaboratively develop and monitor Teacher Improvement Plans (TIPs)
• Provide mentorship by modeling best teaching practices and sharing research-based strategies that enhance teaching and learning
• Onboard and support new teachers throughout the school year to ensure their successful integration into the school community

Data-Driven Instruction

• Analyze school-wide data to design responsive and effective interventions for students and targeted support for teachers
• Conduct detailed data analysis to lead effective meetings, guiding teachers in using data to inform their instructional decisions
• Develop and implement action plans based on assessment data, including administering and scoring benchmarks, midterms, finals, and interim assessments. Lead pre- and post-assessment reviews to adjust teaching practices as needed
• Track grade-level or content-area progress and provide oversight of student achievement in collaboration with teachers and academic teams
• Oversee the state testing assessment cycle, including quality control of materials, preparation for teachers and students, and coordination with the Director of Operations to ensure smooth execution

Curriculum and Instructional Resource Management:

• Oversee the alignment of the school’s curriculum and assessments with state and district standards, ensuring that essential standards are prioritized
• Ensure that each student has equitable access to critical content by supporting teachers in pacing and prioritizing curriculum objectives
• Manage the curriculum budget to allocate resources effectively, supporting instructional goals while maintaining cost efficiency
• Collaborate with the operations team to oversee the ordering, distribution, and organization of curricular materials and maintain an efficient tracking system
• Facilitate professional development sessions to help teachers use curricular materials effectively and integrate them into instruction
• Partner with the Dean of Culture to support the implementation of school-wide initiatives and events aimed at promoting a positive school environment
• Collaborate with the Dean of Culture to ensure the successful implementation of the advisory curriculum
• Work closely with the Family and Community Engagement Department to lead workshops for parents and support families in implementing strategies for academic success at home
• Collaborate with the SST Department to develop and monitor learning plans for Tier 3 students, ensuring that interventions and supportive practices meet individual student needs
• Knowledge of interventions and strategies for supporting diverse learners, including ELL and SPED students
• In-depth understanding of adolescence as a stage of human development and its impact on learning
• Commitment to coaching and growing faculty and staff while fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• Deftness in managing multiple priorities and solving problems effectively, strategically, and tactfully
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse learning environment that values the experiences and backgrounds of all students and staff
• Proficiency in analyzing and interpreting data to monitor student progress and guide instructional practices
• Collaborative leadership style, promoting teamwork among staff, families, and the community to support school goals

Compensation:

IAL offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision insurance, a 403B retirement plan with 5% match. In addition to extensive professional development, our teachers are equipped with all necessary instructional supplies and technology.

Disclaimer

As an equal opportunity employer, we hire and promote without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

Working hours are Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm