K-5 Dean of Academics - Data-Driven Leader

BASIS.ed; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BASIS Ed Phoenix Primary seeks a Dean of Academics for grades K-5 to begin ASAP. This role leads academic achievement, MTSS interventions, assessment practices, and data-driven instruction, working with teachers, families, and leaders to support strong student growth.

The ideal candidate analyzes data, coordinates intervention systems, mentors teachers, and collaborates with the Dean of Students to support the whole child.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in education, curriculum, administration, or a related field preferred.
• Current teaching certification or appropriate educational credentials preferred.
• Classroom teaching experience, preferably in an elementary setting.
• Experience working with academic data, assessment systems, and student intervention.
• Knowledge of MTSS, differentiated instruction, and evidence-based intervention practices.
• Strong understanding of elementary academic standards and instructional practices.
• Ability to analyze data and translate findings into clear instructional next steps.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build trusting, collaborative relationships with teachers, students, and families.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and student support systems effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a school leadership team.
• Growth mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate academic data meetings with teachers to identify trends, celebrate growth, and determine next steps for instruction.
• Monitor FastBridge screening and progress-monitoring data to identify students who may require additional academic support or enrichment.
• Analyze state assessment results and other academic data to identify areas of strength and opportunity.
• Develop and monitor action plans designed to improve student achievement.
• Identify students requiring targeted intervention, additional support, or academic enrichment.
• Monitor student progress toward schoolwide and individual academic goals.
• Oversee and monitor academic intervention systems for students in grades K3.
• Directly provide academic intervention services for students in grades 4-5.
• Coordinate Tier II and Tier III academic interventions as part of the school’s MTSS framework.
• Ensure intervention programs and strategies are implemented with fidelity.
• Monitor intervention schedules, student participation, and progress-monitoring requirements.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and make adjustments based on student data.
• Ensure that students receiving intervention have clearly documented goals, progress-monitoring plans, and appropriate instructional supports.
• Coach and support teachers in using assessment data to inform instruction.
• Assist teachers in developing targeted intervention and support plans.
• Support teachers in using differentiation, targeted instruction, and other instructional best practices.
• Help teachers identify appropriate next steps when students are not demonstrating expected academic growth.
• Monitor progress toward academic goals and provide feedback and support when additional action is needed.
• Collaborate with teachers to identify effective instructional strategies and share successful practices across grade levels.
• Facilitate Student Academic Support Team meetings and other academic problem-solving meetings.
• Lead academic review meetings and intervention planning sessions.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to develop coordinated plans for students with academic needs.
• Coordinate communication regarding student academic progress and intervention plans.
• Participate in MTSS and problem-solving meetings and help ensure appropriate documentation and follow-through.
• Partner with families as needed to communicate student progress, academic concerns, and intervention plans.
• Coordinate school preparation for state assessments and other required academic assessments.
• Monitor assessment participation, completion, and performance trends.
• Support teachers in understanding and responding to assessment results.
• Develop academic improvement strategies aligned with schoolwide goals and priorities.
• Monitor academic performance trends across grade levels and student groups.
• Provide regular updates and reports regarding academic progress to school leadership.
• Lead the academic component of the school’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).
• Coordinate Tier II and Tier III academic interventions.
• Support teams in identifying appropriate interventions based on student data.
• Ensure timely progress monitoring and accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with the Dean of Students and other members of the student support team to ensure students receive coordinated academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support.
• As a member of the school leadership team, participate in school leadership meetings and contribute to schoolwide decision-making.
• Support teacher coaching, development, and professional growth.
• Conduct classroom and student observations as needed.
• Participate in parent conferences and family meetings when appropriate.
• Attend and contribute to MTSS, student support, and problem-solving meetings.
• Maintain clear, timely, and professional communication with teachers, staff, students, and families.
• Help foster a safe, positive, collaborative, and achievement-focused school culture.
• Support school events and other schoolwide initiatives.
• Assist with arrival, dismissal, and operational responsibilities as assigned.
• Collaborate with other members of the leadership team to address schoolwide needs and priorities.
• The Dean of Academics works in close partnership with the Dean of Students. While each role has a primary area of ownership, both positions are responsible for looking at the whole child and working collaboratively when students have multiple areas of need.

Skills

Data analysis

Instructional leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree in education

Job description

BASIS Ed Phoenix Primary seeks a Dean of Academics for grades K-5 to begin ASAP. This role leads academic achievement, MTSS interventions, assessment practices, and data-driven instruction, working with teachers, families, and leaders to support strong student growth.

The ideal candidate analyzes data, coordinates intervention systems, mentors teachers, and collaborates with the Dean of Students to support the whole child.