K-8 Dean of Academics

Diocese Of Wheeling; West Virginia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph School in Martinsburg, WV seeks a Dean of Academics to oversee curriculum and instruction, reporting to the head of schools. The role partners with the dean of student life and assistants to align courses with aims of Catholic education and maintain program quality.

The successful candidate will guide instructors for rigorous, standards-aligned coursework and model professional excellence. Salary range is $65,000 to $75,000 annually, with opportunities for growth and professional

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education or related field.
• Has successful teaching experience.
• Administrative experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school.
• Acts as a witness to gospel values by modeling Catholic teachings.
• Collaborates with chairs and leaders to ensure academic components meet expectations.
• Reviews and edits course syllabi and supervises student evaluations and other documents.
• Provides timely feedback to staff and coordinates training.

Skills

Strong writing and editing skills

Effective communication

Collaborating with staff

Technology proficiency

Education

Master’s degree

Administrative experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

FACTS SIS

Social-media platforms

Online content management

Job description

Saint Joseph School (SJS) educates in the spirit of the Gospel, inspiring Catholic values, academic excellence, global awareness and service to those in need.

• Full Time
• Martisnburg, WV
• Posted 1 week ago

Job Summary

The dean of academics fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by working with the dean of student life and assistant principal in the management of curriculum and instruction. He or she is appointed, delegated authority, supervised and evaluated by the head of schools. The dean of academics serves as the point of contact for all instructional staff, students and parents for their specific program. He or she provides guidance to instructors to ensure that each course is appropriate for students in the regular and summer programs and that they align with other course offerings in rigor and scope of content. The dean of academics sets a professional tone for the program and serves as a positive role model for staff and students.

The ideal candidate is one who embraces the mission, who is looking for a place to share the faith, be respected and supported, and grow professionally.

Salary: $65,000 to $75,000

Essential Job Functions

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
• Acts as a witness to gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
• Supports and adheres to the code of conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston
• Carefully reviews all program, site and staff materials for the summer program
• Collaborates with department chairs/team leaders to ensure that the academic component of each department or program is meeting expectations
• Attends assigned training workshops
• Follows all rules and regulations concerning staff conduct, appropriate dress, program procedures and other responsibilities as set forth in the staff handbook and by administrative staff
• Assumes program‑related responsibilities as requested by administrative staff
• Be knowledgeable regarding administrative policies and procedures that are implemented in academic practices and help train staff accordingly
• Observes academic office hours on campus when classes are in session (7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday) and is available by mobile phone during all work hours to respond to requests and emergencies
• Clarifies expectations and responsibilities of instructional staff through training activities and immediate feedback
• Supports instructional staff, encourages collaboration between instructors and teaching assistants, and gathers information through classroom observations
• Manages staff conduct issues as they arise through modeling and/or appropriate redress
• Reviews and edits course syllabi, supervising the collection and organization of student evaluations and any other follow-up documents to ensure consistency with course goals and standards for quality and timeliness
• Reviews and provides feedback for course gradebooks and alignment with lessons
• Provides timely, meaningful and constructive feedback to academic staff regarding documentation and instructional activities
• Responds in a positive and supportive manner to instructional staff questions, concerns and needs
• Uses databases and other software to generate, organize and distribute academic data and documents
• Collaborates with administrative staff to prepare and facilitate training sessions for instructional staff
• Works with and maintains, as needed, evaluation systems and RenWeb and trains staff as needed on each system
• Conveys policy and procedures effectively to academic staff through training experiences and documents
• Responds to parent inquiries and concerns appropriately
• Documents administrative procedures and activities to serve the informational needs of students, families and other academic staff
• Informs administrative staff of student or staff concerns as appropriate
• Oversees the process of distributing/assigning academic resources such as materials, equipment and lab and classroom space as requested
• Executes the collection of equipment, materials and documentation from academic staff at each session’s conclusion
• Facilitates beginning of year procedures with updated teacher IDs, keys, computers, etc.
• Facilitates, organizes and coordinates substitutes for teachers
• Facilitates textbook selection process and parent resource support
• Works with admissions team to create a bridge for incoming and transfer Students
• Facilitates all awards ceremonies at the end of year
• Generates honor roll lists
• Oversees National Honor Society
• Oversees tutoring programs
• Reviews, assesses and provides feedback for PLC meeting minutes for each department
• Organizes back-to-school night
• Serves as the Title II campus coordinator
• Tracks and works with teachers to offer appropriate professional development
• Tracks teacher development regarding ongoing development hours and Catechist certification hours

Important Job Functions

• Serves as a professional representative of the principal and school
• Communicates effectively with those in the school community
• Collaborates with peers to enhance the work environment and support organizational planning

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/certification: Master’s degree
• Experience: Has successful teaching experience
• Administrative experience desired

Experience

• Design of web-based communications
• Classroom experience
• Supervising others
• Knowledge about the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
• Knowledge about office equipment use
• Knowledge about curriculum, instructional methods/strategies and curriculum differentiation
• Knowledge about child development, learning and behavior
• Knowledge about effective assessment methods, data management and interpretation
• Able to manage student behavior
• Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal form
• Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously
• Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format
• Skill in job-appropriate technology
• Skill in critical thinking and planning
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Able to work collaboratively with others in the school community
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, social-media platforms and online content, and student management system (FACTS SIS)

Working Conditions

• Required to work some nights and weekends
• Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress
• Required to work a minimum of a full school day
• Required to work in standard office and school conditions

Physical Demands

• Required to lift or carry office supplies, furniture and equipment weighing a minimum of 35 pounds
• Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of emotion
• Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see and speak on a daily basis
• Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing and reading
• Required to monitor students in a variety of locations, including those with noise, activity and inclement weather
• All employees must adhere to the diocesan code of conduct and agree to represent the teachings of the Catholic Church when instructing or advising students, families or other employees