Job Announcement: Dean of Faculty

May 29, 2009 4:38 PM

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise the instructional program in upper elementary grades including observations, lesson planning, and professional development.
• Coordinate after school activities and partnerships with outside organizations.
• Lead the attendance team in helping to maintain high student attendance.
• Coordinate and supervise physical education and health education including observations, lesson planning, and professional development.
• Create and coordinate the school leadership team.
• Facilitate meetings with parents regarding any and all school matters.
• Collect and analyze all school and student data.
• Coordinate and run special events at school.
• Supervise student breakfast and lunch periods.
• Serve on and lead school committees.
• Assist in student programming.
• Assist in student recruitment.

Expectations

• Maintain work hours extending beyond school hours for other professional duties or functions, such as staff meetings, etc.
• Maintain professional standards and a school environment that is productive, safe and focused.
• Participate in UFT Charter School and individual professional development.
• Participate in other events aimed at promoting or developing The UFT Charter School (e.g., student recruitment).

Experience Requirements

• Three years teaching experience with a history of improving student achievement.
• Experience working in an urban school setting.
• Prior administrative experience preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• Proven management and team building skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and writing skills.

Education and Qualification Requirements

• Relevant master's or equivalent degree (administrative credential; counseling background helpful).
• A passion for improving urban schools and driving education reform.