High School Academy Leader

Uncommon Schools; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 93,600 - 114,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive health insurance

Extensive training and development

Job summary

A nonprofit education organization in Boston is seeking a dedicated leader to enhance student culture and attendance at their charter schools. The ideal candidate will manage student programs, support teacher development, and ensure high academic standards. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of $104,000 along with generous benefits including paid time off and health insurance. Join us to empower students and drive educational success!

Qualifications

• Experience in crisis and change management.
• At least 3 years of experience in an urban district or charter school setting.
• At least 1 year of secondary school leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Organize and lead new student induction and family orientation.
• Plan and facilitate chronic absenteeism and truancy meetings.
• Observe and support teachers struggling with behavior management.

Skills

Passionate commitment to the mission

Exceptional time and task management

Excellent communication skills

Ability to interpret data

Self-motivation and personal responsibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree is required; a Master’s degree is preferred

Job description

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

Job Description

Student Culture

• Organize and lead new student induction and new family orientation
• Plan and lead Freshman Forum, weekly, as delegated by Principal
• Plan and teach a portion of the 9th grade College Readiness class
• Plan and support facilitation of student forums and community meetings
• Facilitate family conversations and meetings, and action plan interventions for students when escalated by Dean of Students

People Management

• Manage the Student Talent Manager who plays a key role in ensuring students are engaged with opportunities to find and pursue their passions through projects, internships, summer programs, and competitive clubs
• Manage the Dean of Students, Associate Dean of Students, and Grade Team Leads in ways determined by Regional Superintendent of Instruction and Principal
• Manage other teachers or staff as delegated by the Principal and/or DOO

School Systems + Supervision

• Observe and improve whole-school systems (e.g., lunch, arrival, dismissal) to ensure they meet the needs of students and families and that student culture expectations are upheld
• Supervise lunch, morning arrival, and dismissal on a daily basis

Student Attendance

• Plan and facilitate chronic absenteeism and truancy meetings
• Manage the chronic absenteeism and truancy team to action steps and outcomes
• Provide escalated family follow-up around attendance as needed

Observation and Feedback

• Observe and support teachers struggling with behavior management
• Serve as primary instructional leader for electives teachers

Professional Development (PD)

• Collaborate with the Principal and Dean of Curriculum & Instruction to determine the PD calendar
• Plan and execute PD in August and throughout the year
• Manage Grade Team Leads to plan and lead Team Meetings

Other Projects

• Other projects and initiatives as determined by the Principal and Regional Superintendent of Instruction (e.g., coaching specific teachers, developing and running classroom and student intervention programs)

Qualifications

• Passionate commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools.
• Unwavering belief in high academic and behavioral expectations for all students.
• Experience in crisis and change management, leading and/or coaching adults, and creating and maintaining whole school systems.
• Exceptional time and task management skills.
• Ability to persevere despite uncertainty and unexpected obstacles.
• Relentless drive to empower students academically and personally.
• Self-motivation, desire to be a great teammate, and a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and strong interpersonal skills with students, parents, colleagues, and community members.
• Ability and desire to implement feedback from school leaders and colleagues.
• Ability to interpret academic and behavioral data and identify trends
• Ability to provide high quality feedback to teachers and school culture teams
• Ability to facilitate whole school moments with strong leadership presence
• Required experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.
  • At least 3 years of experience working in an urban district or charter school setting.
  • At least 1 year of secondary school leadership experience with direct people management (e.g., Dean of Students, Assistant Principal, Dean of Culture)

Additional Information

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

Compensation

Compensation for this role is $104,000.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
• Extensive, best-in-class training and development
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
• Financial Planning
  • Pension through Mass. Teachers Retirement System
    • 403(b) retirement savings program
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits

*A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.

At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email [e-mail].