Job Description

A KIPP Texas Public Schools Dean will provide assistance to the School Leader with the overall administration of instructional programs and the school. A Dean may focus on a specific area such as faculty, students, or culture or may handle all areas on the campus.

This position furthers the mission of KIPP Texas Public Schools - Houston because it helps ensure that all students are equipped with the right tools and a safe environment to learn.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Depending on the focus of the position, the Dean/AP will be responsible for:

INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT • Participate in the development and evaluation of educational programs.

• Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teacher pilot such efforts when appropriate.

• Assess curriculum by monitoring syllabi, course overviews, and lesson plans.

• Maintain internal and external assessment systems and help teachers use assessment data to further improve the quality of instruction

• Manage academic support programs such as Saturday School, tutoring, service learning work, etc.

SCHOOL CULTURE • Regularly check in with faulty to help mediate conversations between faulty members and assess overall morale at school

• Support Leadership with faculty reward programs and activities.  

FACULTY MANAGEMENT • Observe employee performance, record observations and conduct evaluations.

• Conduct one on ones teachers and grade level or department chairs.

• Collaborate and advise teachers on classroom management methods and interventions

• Ensure the continuous professional development of all staff by collaborating with other Leadership Team members to design, develop, and execute individual and staff-wide professional development

• Assist principal in interviewing, selecting and orienting new staff  

STUDENT MANAGEMENT • Monitor overall academic progress for students

• Intervene with support when students have challenges with attendance, academics or discipline

• Work with students to set goals and increase student motivation

• Administer discipline actions  

PARENT OUTREACH • Assist teachers to develop strong partnerships with parents by enhancing communications

• Work closely with faculty to develop strategic plans to monitor compliance of the Commitment to Excellence on behalf of the parents and students.  

SCHOOL MANAGEMENT • Maintain and monitor compliance in areas such as Special Education, 504, LPAC and At-Risk students.

• Coordinate and manage state, district, and local testing.

• May be responsible for the school in the principal’s absence.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Knowledge: • Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

• Prior experience as a highly effective teacher

• Must be considered highly-qualified based on NCLB guidelines, if applicable

• Previous leadership experience preferred

SKILLS: • Ability to establish rapport with families and children

• Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative

• Ability to work both on broad-based strategy and everyday details

• Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decision-making

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district

• Independent, self-starter with a strong focus on student development and a passion for working with underserved student populations and their families

• Proven written and verbal communication skills with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district

• Strong organizational and planning skills

• Possession of a passionate and loving attitude toward all children

• Possession of a belief in inquiry-based learning and constructivist methods

• Possession of a sense of urgency to do whatever it takes to assure that every student gets to and through college

• Commitment to the vision, mission, values and goals of KIPP Houston

• Motivation to grow as an educational professional

• Desire to implement curriculum, instruction, and assessment that is cutting-edge based on educational research

• Willingness to be an active member of a professional learning community focused on action research within the school and the classroom

• Responsiveness; Follow-up and follow-through with students, families, and faculty members is essential

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

• Proficiency using computers, printers, copy machines, and fax machines

• Ability to travel throughout the district and the city

• Valid Texas Driver license with appropriate insurance coverage

Additional Information

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

In addition to a competitive salary scale, a part of KIPP Texas’ competitive benefits options, KIPP offers all employees an $0 HMO plan for the employee only. In addition to our $0 plan, KIPP provides a $600 employer contribution towards a Health Savings Account and a variety of other supplemental benefits such as Dental, Vision, Short and Long-Term Disability, Pet Insurance, Life, etc.