Dean of Teachers

JOB SPECIFICATION

POSITION: Dean of Teachers

LOCATION: Great Hearts Arlington Lower School; 6701 S Cooper St, Arlington, TX 76001

REPORTS TO: Headmaster

FLSA STATUS: Exempt, Salary

Position Summary:

The Dean of Teachers is responsible for supporting instructional excellence by coaching and developing teachers, leading professional development, and ensuring high-quality classical pedagogy is implemented across the academy. The Dean of Teachers reports directly to the Headmaster.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in academic program implementations and curricular alignment for all subjects.
• Coordinates with relevant Great Hearts Lead Office Staff regarding academic, curricular, and instructional matters as needed.
• Assists the Headmaster in the review of new classroom materials, resources, and methods.
• Assists in planning and execution of teacher training, teacher in-service days, and faculty meetings as requested by the Headmaster.
• Participates in the advisement and formation of teachers.
• Assists Headmaster and Asst. Headmaster in classroom observations and evaluations of faculty as requested.
• Conducts meetings with individual faculty members to improve classroom performance, teacher grade reports, and standardized test performance as directed by the Headmaster.
• Teaches or substitutes when necessary.
• Assists Headmaster in planning and execution of events pertaining to academic matters (parent nights, open houses, etc.).
• Ensures academic compliance with legal requirements of government regulations and agencies; maintains the educational standards established by the state.
• Participates in periodic Great Hearts professional development activities with other academy leaders and the faculty of other academies at the discretion of the Headmaster.

Qualifications, Competencies & Strengths

Education: Bachelor’s degree at minimum.

Experience: At least 2 years of prior teaching experience or equivalent experience in the field required. At least 2 years of experience in a liberal arts institution or knowledge in the delivery of a Great Books core curriculum are strongly preferred.

Competencies & Strengths

• Understands the Great Hearts curriculum across multiple subjects and grade levels
• Skilled in instructional coaching and development of teachers
• Maintains excellent time management and interpersonal skills
• Understands academic data and effective methods of academic intervention
• Maintains a passionate commitment, a servant’s heart, and a team player approach

Additional Requirements

Type of fingerprint clearance: Must pass state specific fingerprint clearance.

Physical functions: Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

US Work Authorization is required.

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Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.

Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. 

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.