Dean of Instruction

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking an instructional leader to guide the development, implementation, and refinement of K-8 instructional programs aligned with North Carolina standards.

You will coach teachers, lead professional learning communities, and facilitate data-driven decision-making across grade levels and language programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and NC teaching license.
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Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in development, implementation, and improvement of instructional programs aligned to NC Standards and CMS frameworks.
• Coach teachers through feedback cycles, PLCs, and professional development.
• Lead data analysis meetings to identify trends and inform instructional decisions.
• Collaborate with principals to design intervention plans for multilingual learners and marginalized groups.

Skills

K-8 curriculum knowledge

Culturally responsive pedagogy

Data analysis

Teacher coaching

Communication skills

Instructional technology

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

NC teaching license

3+ years of experience in education

Tools

Infinite Campus

MasteryConnect

i-Ready

Job description

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

• Provide leadership in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of instructional programs aligned to North Carolina Standards and CMS frameworks.
• Support teachers through instructional coaching, feedback cycles, and professional learning communities (PLCs).
• Facilitate professional development that enhances culturally responsive, evidence-based, and immersion-specific instructional practices.
• Model effective teaching strategies and assist teachers with lesson design, differentiation, and classroom management aligned with PBIS expectations.

Instructional Leadership

• Provide leadership in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of instructional programs aligned to North Carolina Standards and CMS frameworks.
• Support teachers through instructional coaching, feedback cycles, and professional learning communities (PLCs).
• Facilitate professional development that enhances culturally responsive, evidence-based, and immersion-specific instructional practices.
• Model effective teaching strategies and assist teachers with lesson design, differentiation, and classroom management aligned with PBIS expectations.

Curriculum and Assessment

• Ensure fidelity of implementation for CMS curriculum
• Coordinate the alignment of curriculum, instruction, and assessment across grade levels and language programs.
• Lead data analysis meetings to identify trends, strengths, and areas for growth to inform instructional decision-making.
• Support benchmark, formative, and summative assessment systems including EOG/EOC, i-Ready, and district diagnostics.

Teacher Development and Evaluation

• Conduct classroom walkthroughs in collaboration with the Principal.
• Provide targeted coaching and follow-up support aligned with teacher growth and evaluation plans.
• Identify and mentor emerging teacher leaders to build instructional capacity schoolwide.
• Support induction and retention of teachers through intentional collaboration, feedback, and recognition systems.

School Improvement and Innovation

• Serve as a core member of the School Leadership and School Improvement Teams.
• Assist with development, implementation, and monitoring of the School Improvement Plan and academic SMART goals.
• Collaborate with the Principal to design and evaluate intervention plans that improve academic outcomes for multilingual learners and historically marginalized student groups.
• Build and sustain strong relationships among staff, students, and families to ensure a collaborative school community.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of K-8 curriculum, instruction, and assessment strategies.
• Strong understanding of culturally responsive pedagogy, equity-centered leadership, and inclusive practices.
• Ability to analyze and interpret student performance data to guide instructional decisions.
• Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop teachers through adult learning principles.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with instructional technology, CMS platforms (e.g., Infinite Campus, MasteryConnect, i-Ready), and data tools.
• Capacity to balance multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively in a diverse school environment.

Salary/Status

Teacher Certified Schedule/Full-time, 10 months

Reports To

Principal

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree required
• Valid NC teaching license required
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience in education or related area required
• Equivalent combination of experience and education

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a NC Driver's License or ability to provide own transportation.
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings