Dean of Academics & Instruction — Data-Driven Coach

Kipp Capital Region Public Schools; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading benefits

403(b) match

Childcare benefits

Work-life integration

Casual dress code

Relocation stipend

Job summary

KIPP Capital Region in Albany, NY seeks a Dean of Academics & Instruction to coach teachers, improve academic outcomes, and strengthen curriculum and assessments. The role involves leading instructional strategy, data analysis, and collaboration with school leadership to support students’ social and emotional growth.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, 2+ years as a lead teacher, and 1+ year of coaching experience, preferably in urban settings.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching teachers and designing curriculum.
• Ability to influence school culture and climate.
• Experience working in urban schools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional coaching to teachers to help students reach their potential.
• Support curriculum, assessments, and instructional guidelines.
• Lead senior leadership initiatives for academic operations and teacher development.
• Observe instruction, give feedback, and support unit/lesson design.
• Collaborate with leaders to implement interventions for struggling students.
• Design and implement school-wide assessments with campus leaders.

Skills

Instructional coaching

Curriculum design

Data analysis

Team leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Lead Teacher 2+ years

Coaching 1+ years

Job description

KIPP Capital Region in Albany, NY seeks a Dean of Academics & Instruction to coach teachers, improve academic outcomes, and strengthen curriculum and assessments. The role involves leading instructional strategy, data analysis, and collaboration with school leadership to support students’ social and emotional growth.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, 2+ years as a lead teacher, and 1+ year of coaching experience, preferably in urban settings.