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About the Role

The Dean is responsible for ensuring the development of high-quality curricula and fostering a positive, structured, and disciplined school culture. This role focuses on creating exciting and rigorous learning experiences to prepare students for college, while also coaching teachers, assessing performance, and providing operational support. The Dean cultivates relationships with faculty, students, and families, reporting directly to the Principal.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute high-quality, standards-based school curriculum and instructional content.
Articulate student performance goals for each grade level and work with teachers to set measurable student goals.
Monitor student achievement by analyzing data and targeting interventions.
Facilitate productive content team meetings.
Develop a positive, structured, achievement-oriented, and creative school culture.
Lead the implementation of values integration and character development.
Ensure a strong school culture through consistent presence and visibility.
Support the execution and coordination of cross-school instructional and cultural initiatives.
Model positive interactions with students and effective methods for handling misbehavior.
Recognize and celebrate exemplary student achievement and behavior, communicating with families.
Reinforce the effective use of a school-wide behavior plan and serve as a point person for discipline and culture issues.
Assist teachers, students, and parents in creating and implementing individual behavior plans.
Plan, implement, and provide ongoing professional development and feedback to staff.
Support teachers in developing classroom management and instructional practice.
Conduct classroom observations and provide targeted feedback to teachers.
Communicate teacher performance to the principal and complete teacher performance evaluations.
Organize summer training and professional development days.
Recognize and celebrate staff professional growth and success.
Teach classes when necessary for coverage or professional development.
Collaborate with the Leadership Team regarding daily schedule, class schedule, and student placements.
Ensure completion of report cards and progress reports.
Participate in the teacher recruitment and hiring process.

Requirements

At least five years of full-time classroom teaching experience.
At least one year of adult management/teacher coaching.
Experience in education leadership is strongly preferred.
Ability to effectively manage instructional and non-instructional staff.
Demonstrated success in raising student achievement levels.
Demonstrated success in developing academic programs and academic culture.
Ability to evaluate instructional programs and teaching effectiveness.
Demonstrated success in planning staff professional development and leading teams of teachers.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess student progress and present data effectively.
Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative.
Extreme flexibility to accommodate multiple priorities and a strong work ethic.
A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture.
Model effective and high-quality teaching.
Ability to give and implement feedback.
Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decision making.
Must notify HR if you move or have plans to relocate.
KIPP NYC does not offer visa sponsorship or work authorization.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills
Zest
Grit
Hope
Love
Social intelligence
Gratitude
Sense of humor
Analytical skills

Location

NYC
Travel to schools

Work Type

Full-time
Onsite

Experience Level

5+ years of classroom teaching experience
1+ year of adult management/teacher coaching
Experience in education leadership preferred

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree required

Salary/Compensations

$100,636 - $195,427

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
5 school vacation weeks
Sick and personal days
Extended summer break
Up to 12 weeks 100% parental leave
Bright Horizon Back-up Child and Elder care
Employer paid Life Insurance
Employer paid Short term/Long term disability
8 Weeks paid Sabbatical after 10 years
Annual professional development funds
Tuition reimbursement

About the Company

KIPP NYC Public Schools is a non-profit network of 18 free, public charter schools in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan.
We partner with families and communities to create joyful and rigorous schools in pursuit of a more just world.
Our vision is that every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.
The network serves over 12,000 students and alumni with a staff of over 1,000.
KIPP NYC is committed to creating a welcoming environment with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Equal Opportunity

KIPP NYC LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.