Dean of Instruction
JobID: 1753
Position Type:
Certified Administration/Dean of Instruction
Date Posted:
6/14/2021
Location:
Riverview School
Date Available:
August 2021
Riverview School seeks a Dean of Instruction for the 2021-22 school year and beyond (to begin August, 2021).
Riverview seeks a positive and proactive individual who strives to build strong relationships with parents, students, and colleagues and embraces the mission and vision of our school.
Primary Purpose:
Under the direction of the principal, the Dean of Instruction leads in the development, implementation, evaluation and/or review of innovative programs for the campus. Assist in the supervision and implementation of district instructional programs and initiatives while maintaining congruency between all academic activities. Serves as a campus appraiser for instructional staff and assists in identifying professional development needs and developing long-range professional development plans. Works with instructional staff to develop and implement effective remediation plans for students demonstrating a need. Oversees the implementation of the campus Honors Program. Addresses the social-emotional needs of students through the use of research-based strategies
Qualifications: Education/Certification
Master’s degree in education
Mid-management or principal certification
T-TESS Certification
Special Knowledge/Skills
Thorough knowledge of principles and best practices of current school education and the ability to apply them to the needs of the school.
Thorough knowledge of current curriculum and instructional practices, TEKS, State testing programs, public school administration and organization.
Thorough knowledge of school-related operations, e.g., facility maintenance, student transportation, and food services.
Ability to plan, organizes, and coordinates teaching support services, student services, student activities, and school/community relations programs.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, other administrators, and the public.
Ability to multi-task and effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
Experience
Minimum 3 years classroom teaching experience required.
Campus administrative or district level experience required.
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Assume a leadership role in all campus administrative responsibilities.
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and understanding of the instructional program.
- Practice a commitment of professional growth and continuous improvement.
- Maintain a high student attendance rate by enforcing District attendance policies.
- Communicate effectively with students, staff, other administrators, parents, and community.
- Implement effective personnel management strategies to include conducting meaningful staff evaluations and employing documentation practices that encourage professional growth.
- Provide leadership in the development of campus improvement plans, budgets, master schedule, and other similar projects.
- Administer all policies and procedures of both the school and the District
- Practice a commitment of professional growth and continuous improvement.
- Maintain a high student attendance rate by enforcing District attendance policies.
- Communicate effectively with students, staff, other administrators, parents, and community.
- Implement effective personnel management strategies to include conducting meaningful staff evaluations and employing documentation practices that encourage professional growth.
- Provide leadership in the development of campus improvement plans, budgets, master schedule, and other similar projects.
- Administer all policies and procedures of both the school and the District.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Incumbents may perform many of the same duties as assigned to assistant principal positions but are generally assigned school-wide responsibilities that relate to instruction and assessment.
Pay Range
$41,140 * 61,495 **Based on education and years of experience
**Annual salary noted above is based on an 8 hour day (FTE 1) and full days worked calendar. Any position that is less than a full FTE/8 hours per day or late start will be prorated accordingly.
ABOUT RFSD
The Roaring Fork School District (RFSD) offers full district paid employee health benefits as well as voluntary vision, dental, and dependent coverage. Other benefits include: paid leave, CO PERA (pension plan) enrollment with district contribution, TSA options, Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs.
With 13 schools and 5,600 students, the Roaring Fork School District is located in the culturally vibrant and naturally stunning Roaring Fork Valley serving the communities of Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, and Basalt. The Roaring Fork Schools believe that teachers are our most important asset, and our teachers enjoy a true teacher voice in decision-making; clear and collaborative leadership; small class sizes (average – 21); a highly competitive and progressive salary schedule; access to our affordable housing program; and a culture of self-care and well-being. We believe diversity is a strength, and our staff makes a real difference for our students who come from different ethnicities, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds.
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