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Dean of Lower Academy SY26-27
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KIPP Michigan
Detroit, MI (In Person)
$70,014 Salary, Full-Time
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Dean of Lower Academy
SY26-27 KIPP
Michigan Detroit, MI Job Details Full-time $60,000- $75,000 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications School experience Teamwork Program management Talent management Teaching Certification Master's degree Bachelor's degree Teaching Full Job Description At KIPP Michigan, we are guided by a simple, yet powerful mission: Together with families and communities, we create joyful academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose•college, career, and beyond•so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Lower Academy Dean is responsible for leading a team of K-2 teachers to create a joyful, anti-racist, academically excellent culture, and is laser-focused on the instructional leadership required to drive student outcomes. They will dream audaciously on behalf of our scholars, and enact this through the creation and management of systems that foster a culture of continuous learning and growth among their staff.RESPONSIBILITIES
The most critical role of a Dean is to serve as an instructional leader who protects 75% of their time to be dedicated to driving teacher performance, and thus student outcomes. The key responsibilities of a Dean are to create & manage systems- cultural, operational, and academic
- that keep instruction sacred, drive academy-wide professional development & walkthroughs in alignment with KIPP's Arc of the Year rubric, and facilitate cohesive coaching cycles that increase teacher skill to increase student achievement.
- including but not limited to academy-wide professional development Lead academy-wide walkthroughs to ensure high-quality instruction and provide actionable feedback Facilitate data-driven systems to analyze student performance and adjust instructional strategies Monitor instructional outcomes and teacher progress to support continuous improvement for all learners
- including being a critical part of the MTSS process and IEP Team decisions in service of all Diverse Learners' achievement Collaborate with school leadership and teacher teams to use data to drive instructional decision-making and goal setting Provide 8 hours/week of Tier 3 intervention directly to identified students Develop Faculty and Talent Pipeline Execute cohesive coaching cycles, empowering teachers as true leaders of their results Provide stretch assignments and development opportunities that center students and align with identified teacher-leaders' goals Cultivate a diverse, high-potential teacher-leadership pipeline from paraprofessionals, co-teachers, lead teachers, mentor teachers, and grade and/or department-level leads within their academy Facilitate the schoolwide vision for teacher evaluation, performance metrics, and retention within their academy Foster Positive School Culture Build and manage systems that enable focus on teaching and learning Model and reinforce expectations for teachers, students, and families on school-wide practices Create equitable academic and culture routines & procedures, grounded in our core values Create, manage, and oversee key schoolwide culture moments in common spaces including but not limited to arrival, breakfast, lunch, dismissal, assemblies and/or celebrations of culture & learning Act as first responders in behavior intervention within their academy.
KEY COMPETENCIES
Instructional Leadership:
Deep understanding of effective teaching practices and ability to develop others' instructional skillsStrategic Planning and Prioritization:
Ability to create and implement long-term plans aligned with schoolwide prioritiesDevelop and Manage People:
Skill in developing, coaching, and managing a diverse team of educatorsProblem Solving and Decision Making:
Capacity to use data effectively to inform decisions and drive improvementsChange Management:
Ability to lead and implement change initiatives effectivelyCritical Consciousness:
Commitment to creating an anti-racist, equitable school environmentTeam Culture:
Strong skills in communicating vision, expectations, and feedback to various stakeholdersContinuous Learning:
Dedication to personal growth and fostering a learning culture among staffQUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated proficiency in leading through change, executing on major initiatives, and leading cross-departmental work Excellent relationship builder with proven experience managing diverse stakeholders, leading change, and creating champions to support an organizational mission Ability to analyze and use qualitative and quantitative data on a regular basis to drive decision making; strong judgment Strong work ethic, entrepreneurial spirit, and flexibility to accommodate a high level of responsibility, multiple priorities, and a changing environment Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with a proven ability to juggle multiple deadlines and tasks Master's Degree or higher from an accredited University or College preferred Valid state teaching certification (Required) Administrator certification preferred Have a minimum of five years of successful teaching and/or administrative experience in education with a demonstrable track record of student achievement results Participate in a Criminal Records Check [as required by Academy Board Policy]EXPECTATIONS A
deep commitment to both racial and educational equity; supports the building of an organization that reflects the community KIPP serves; holds self and others on team accountable for centering equity Examines the impact of his/her/their identities, biases, assumptions, and behaviors on his/her/their power and privilege, interactions with others, work and leadership in the organization; able to recognize, immediately respond, and consistently remedy interpersonal and systemic bias and inequities Share a commitment to the success of the mission, vision, and goals of the KIPP Detroit Imani Academy. Unwavering commitment to KIPP's mission and willingness to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP students, families, and staff. Demonstrate genuine concern for students and staff by maintaining high personal standards and strong work ethic. Being consistent and reliable; attendance is an essential function to ensure the proper operation of KIPP Detroit Imani Academy. An understanding that organizational success is accomplished in collaboration and cooperation with teammates. Maintain standards of professionalism and ethical behavior/decision-making that help create a results-driven culture of joy and belonging among teammates. Attend workshops, professional development, and seminars for continuous growth and improvement in serving KIPP Detroit Imani Academy.STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION KIPP
Michigan is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment. KIPP Detroit does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, weight, national or ethnic background. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$60,000.00- $75,000.