Dean of Faculty Classical Charter School in Brighton

Job Title: Dean of Faculty

Location: Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver (ACAND), Brighton, CO

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Headmaster

Work Hours/Days: Extended Year including a school day schedule (typically 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and staff work days during the school year.

Salary: $65,000-$80,000 annually

Essential Functions:

• Oversees Department Heads, Teachers, and Teaching Assistants
• Manages, supports, and develops faculty leadership including department heads
• Mentors teachers and teacher assistants of all experience levels
• Develops and oversees the Teacher training program with support of the Headmaster and Dean of Students
• Monitors and conducts observations and evaluations of classroom instruction and pedagogy
• Supports alignment of academic program with the schools mission and vision, Hillsdale's K12 Curriculum, and direction from the Headmaster
• Tracks and reviews lesson planning, teacher newsletters, and grade collection in conjunction with the Headmaster
• Oversees the Apprentice Teacher training program
• Conducts teacher observations and evaluations with a focus on pedagogy and curriculum
• Identifies needs of ongoing professional development in matters regarding instruction and pedagogy all faculty members and develops, coordinates, and implements professional development
• Engages regularly with Hillsdale Teacher Support Team and supports teacher development through Hillsdale teaching resources
• Assists the Headmaster to ensure teaching talent acquisition and retention
• Assists the Headmaster in the operation the school
• Serves on the Site Executive Team

Requirements:

• Commitment to the mission and vision of Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools of Colorado
• Commitment to high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
• Familiarity with the philosophy and pedagogy of classical education preferred
• Extensive classroom experience preferred
• Masters degree preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, and the ability to effectively articulate information and issues
• Superior organization, communication, and computer skills
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
• Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with team members
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and always maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Willingness to support the school leadership team as needed
• Adherence to all school policies
• Demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance by adhering to assigned work hours, reporting on time, and following proper procedures for absences or tardiness to ensure minimal disruption to students, colleagues, and school operations
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds
• Must be able to traverse the classroom and the school
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer
• Must be able to supervise outdoor duties

Mandatory Background Checks: In alignment with our commitment to student safety, all candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal records and may require fingerprinting. Please be aware that certain findings in the background check may disqualify a candidate from employment in a school setting. These may include, but are not limited to:

• Convictions for violent crimes, such as assault or domestic violence.
• Convictions for offenses against children, including abuse or endangerment.
• Drug-related offenses, particularly those involving the distribution or trafficking of controlled substances.
• Certain felony convictions, depending on their nature and recency.
• History of certain misdemeanors that may raise concerns about a candidate's suitability for working in an educational environment. Submission of this application signifies your consent to this process and understanding of these criteria.

Verification of Qualifications: You will be asked to provide verifiable proof for roles that demand specific qualifications or certifications (such as teaching credentials). We also conduct reference checks to validate your professional history and qualifications.

Adherence to Colorado Education Laws: Our recruitment process strictly follows the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Colorado Department of Education. We expect all applicants to be familiar with and adhere to these standards.

Our company participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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