ACADEMIC DEAN JOB DESCRIPTION

An Academic Dean who cannot read a classroom observation within hours and turn it into a usable coaching plan leaves teachers without feedback and students without course correction for weeks at a time. This role owns the instructional quality of an entire school, from lesson plan review and IEP compliance to school-wide professional development cycles. Urban and charter K–12 schools, many operating under state accountability regimes that publish school-level proficiency rates, place the Academic Dean as the senior instructional authority reporting to the Principal. The work is grounded in assessment data, teacher evaluation frameworks, and the daily reality of classrooms serving diverse learners.

As the Academic Dean, you own school-wide instructional quality by coaching teachers, analyzing student achievement data, and ensuring every classroom meets established curriculum standards and compliance requirements. You work within the school leadership team, typically reporting to the Principal and coordinating with Special Education and school culture staff to align instruction across grade levels.

Career Impact: Mastery of teacher evaluation frameworks and state assessment interpretation at the school level builds the practitioner record needed to move into Principal or Director of Curriculum and Instruction roles.

Business Impact: Teachers who receive consistent, data-grounded coaching retain students who would otherwise fall below promotion thresholds, making this role the direct link between instructional decisions and school-wide proficiency scores.

Growth Opportunity: Regular exposure to IEP compliance, RTI coordination, and vertical curriculum alignment broadens your instructional leadership portfolio in ways that deepen market value across both district and charter school networks.

• Coach teachers through structured observation cycles, delivering written feedback tied to defined instructional growth goals.
• Lead professional development sessions school-wide, designing content from identified gaps in teacher practice and student outcome data.
• Analyze student assessment results after each testing cycle to identify reteach priorities and adjust pacing across grade levels.
• Oversee IEP and ENL compliance at the school level, ensuring classroom accommodations are implemented and documented per federal and state requirements.
• Coordinate the school's assessment calendar, including state-mandated exams, interim assessments, and norm-referenced testing administration.
• Partner with Special Education and student support staff to ensure intervention continuity between general education classrooms and pull-out services.
• Manage teacher performance evaluations in collaboration with the Principal, setting annual growth targets and documenting mid-year and end-of-year reviews.
• Develop family engagement strategies, including outreach plans and conference structures that keep parents informed of student academic progress.

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 3 or more years of classroom teaching experience, with demonstrated student achievement gains in an urban or under-resourced school setting.
• Minimum of 2 years of instructional leadership experience, such as instructional coach, department chair, or grade-level team lead.
• Knowledge of Common Core standards, curriculum mapping principles, and differentiated instruction strategies across multiple grade levels.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze student achievement data and translate findings into targeted instructional interventions.
• Experience supporting students with IEPs, 504 plans, or English Language Learner designations, including familiarity with compliance obligations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver actionable feedback to adults in one-on-one and group settings.
• Valid state teaching certification, or eligibility to obtain certification in the state of employment.

• Master's degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or School Administration.
• Certification or coursework in Special Education, TESOL, or bilingual education.
• Experience designing and facilitating large-group professional development in a multi-school or network context.
• Familiarity with Response to Intervention frameworks and Student Support Team coordination processes.

• Teacher observation completion rate, tracking the percentage of staff receiving scheduled feedback cycles each term.
• Student proficiency rate on interim assessments is measured against grade-level benchmarks set at the start of each school year.
• IEP compliance rate, reflecting whether required accommodations are documented and implemented across all applicable classrooms.
• Teacher retention rate within the school year reflects the stability of instructional staff under this dean's supervision.
• Percentage of students meeting promotion criteria, measured against grade-level retention and recovery benchmarks each semester.
• Typical tools: student information systems (commonly Infinite Campus or PowerSchool); assessment platforms (commonly MAP by NWEA or Illuminate Education)

• Base Salary Range: $70,000 to $95,000 annually, varying by district, state, and school type
• Bonus: Performance bonuses are uncommon; some charter networks offer annual merit awards
• Equity: Not applicable in K–12 school settings
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage standard; district plans vary in premium share
• PTO: Follows school calendar; typically 10 to 12 weeks off annually, including summer
• Common Perks: Tuition reimbursement for graduate coursework, professional development stipends, pension or 403(b) plans

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Work authorization in the United States is required for this position, and employment is contingent on successful completion of a background check, which may include criminal history review and, depending on the school's policies, drug screening. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request throughout the hiring process.

The Academic Dean leads all aspects of campus academic operations, including directing program assessment, managing faculty hiring and development, and overseeing the Office of the Registrar to ensure compliance with accreditation standards and regulatory requirements. Partnering with enterprise stakeholders across Admissions, Financial Aid, and Career Services, this role enables measurable student success and institutional quality at the campus level within ECMC Education.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the assessment and delivery of academic programs, certifications, and training consistent with the needs of the service delivery area.
• Evaluate and resolve student and employee inquiries, issues, and problems, ensuring appropriate action is taken to the satisfaction of the student, the institution, and applicable regulatory agencies in compliance with policy, procedures, accreditation standards, regulatory guidelines, and legal requirements.
• Provide direction for campus academic employees, including the establishment of priorities and goals, and the motivation of staff toward accomplishment.
• Oversee the hiring, training, coaching, and ongoing development of all faculty and staff members, ensuring adequate instructional, academic, administrative, and support staff are employed for efficient and effective operations.
• Lead all aspects of the administration and instruction of academic programs and related services in concert with the mission, purposes, resources, and facilities of the institution, ensuring all educational activity is conducted in a quality, legal, compliant, and ethical manner.
• Coordinate the implementation of programs of study, course descriptions, class schedules, syllabi for each class, and selection and timely acquisition of textbooks and related academic equipment and supplies.
• Assist in the management of the campus budget, ensuring adequate faculty, course offerings, and facilities to accommodate students' needs while keeping academic staffing and equipment costs in line with relevant budgetary controls.
• Manage the scheduling and faculty assignments of the campus to deliver services to students, achieve agreed key performance measures, and create and maintain weekly, monthly, and annual forecasting of student outcomes.
• Manage the Office of the Registrar and all associated functions.
• Partner with key enterprise stakeholders, including Academics, Career Services, Financial Aid, and Admissions, to implement key strategies, initiatives, and best practices, and address operational issues.
• Develop working partnerships with the community, business, industry, and other educational organizations to promote the campus and develop programs and services that respond to their changing needs.

Required Qualifications

• Experience as Associate Dean, Program Chair, Lead Instructor, or in a similar role.
• Possession of necessary academic credentials and work-related experience mandated by state accreditation agencies and any other regulatory agency that monitors compliance.
• Practical work experience in the field of prior instruction.
• Experience with managing daily student attendance and completion rates.
• Experience coaching, mentoring, and setting expectations with staff for accountability of program success.
• Experience managing all aspects of a location, including facilities, equipment, P&L, and staff.
• Experience in a career college or allied health professional setting.
• Knowledge of Campus Plus Vue.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to collaboratively work with all levels of management and students.
• Ability to lead under pressure, prioritize, and change direction quickly.

Embedded within the school leadership team, the Dean of Instruction coaches Lead and Associate Teachers weekly toward development goals in classroom culture, management, and instruction while carrying an additional daily teaching load of small-group instruction. Working closely with the Principal, this role advances school-wide academic growth and character development in educationally under-resourced communities.

Core Functions

• Carry an additional teaching load of small-group instruction daily, including planning, teaching, and data analysis.
• Coach Lead and Associate Teachers toward development goals related to classroom culture, management, and instruction every week, and deliver instructional professional development school-wide.
• Provide feedback on aims and assessments weekly, and assist in revising and posting assessments.
• Conduct data meetings with teachers after each assessment, and monitor overall academic progress for students.
• Assist in coordinating and managing STEP, MAP, and interim assessments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with all families beginning in the summer, and serve as a model for strong family engagement.
• Assist teachers in developing strong partnerships with parents by enhancing communication, and work closely with faculty to develop strategic plans to monitor family engagement and act proactively.
• Design and execute a plan for involving parents in students' academic and character development, including conducting meetings with students and families, maintaining strong communication lines with all parents, and sharing progress.
• Be available for open houses, parent-teacher conferences, and other events involving parents.
• Participate in school-wide and individual professional development, including pre-service training over the summer and weekly during the academic year.
• Model school core values and character strengths at all times, and ensure effective field lessons, school events, and extracurricular activities.
• Carry out additional daily school duties as decided upon by the Principal, and offer and receive constructive feedback from colleagues to foster a professional working atmosphere conducive to change and improvement.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience of at least three years of teaching with a proven record of high achievement in an educationally under-resourced community.
• Experience coaching and managing adults, with a proven ability to proactively lead by example.
• Demonstrated success in building relationships and trust with leaders, teachers, students, parents, and community members.
• Strong instructional acumen and ability to use data to evaluate strategic options.
• Clear understanding of culturally responsive pedagogy and leadership.
• English Language Learners (ELL) certification preferred.

Reporting to the school principal, the Academic Dean facilitates implementation of a common, rigorous PreK–8 curricula and the Partnership instructional model to ensure teachers have the tools needed to help students achieve at the highest levels. Partnering with the broader Partnership team, board, and community, this role strengthens the legacy of urban Catholic education by developing self-worth, moral character, and civic responsibility in all students.

Primary Duties

• Facilitate the implementation of a common, rigorous PreK–8th–grade curricula as well as the Partnership instructional model to ensure that all teachers have the tools they need to help students achieve at the highest levels.
• Build on the rigorous traditions of urban Catholic education and focus on faith formation and development of the whole child, developing self-worth, moral character, a love of learning, and a sense of civic responsibility in all students.
• Coach teachers and provide each with the support necessary to develop into a maximally effective instructor.
• Create a calm, safe, supportive, and faith-filled learning environment where students are engaged and respectful of each other and of adults in the building.
• Ensure that parents become partners with the school in supporting their students.
• Maintain a working knowledge of and familiarity with New York State educational standards and requirements.
• Assist the school principal in managing the process of academic reporting and recording, including grade reports, transcripts, permanent records, progress reports, parent-teacher conferences, and academic recognition.
• Work together with the Partnership team to support board and development activities.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.
• Experience as a classroom teacher, with experience teaching multiple grade levels, preferred.
• Experience with data-driven assessments to achieve student academic goals and inform instructional decisions and interventions.
• Demonstrated effective school leadership experience in working with students, teachers, parents, donors, and the community, preferably in a gap-closing school.
• Demonstrated ability to balance collaboration with strong leadership, and to set goals and build buy-in from teachers.
• Demonstrated openness to feedback and a willingness to be reflective to grow as an educator and school-wide instructional leader.
• Knowledge of best practices and proven pedagogical techniques in urban education.
• Proficiency in and adaptability to technology.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with flexibility to multi-task, set priorities, and follow through with results.
• Deep respect for and commitment to preserving and building upon the legacy of urban Catholic education.
• Strong work ethic, patience, maturity, humility, and a collaborative, scrappy attitude to push through difficult challenges.

Sitting at the intersection of academic leadership and continuous improvement, the Academic Dean assists the Chief Academic Officer and Provost in advancing the Graduate School's mission by leading faculty and staff to ensure smooth daily operations with clearly implemented processes and procedures. Operating across course revision, curriculum development, and distance learning administration, this role shapes measurable improvements in learning outcomes grounded in research and internal assessment trends.

Duties

• Lead faculty and staff to ensure smooth daily operations with clearly implemented processes and procedures.
• Participate in all aspects of the Graduate School to promote continuous improvement of key educational processes.
• Supervise faculty, adjunct faculty, and staff.
• Ensure optimum learning outcomes.
• Provide academic advising and coaching to promote successful scholastic adjustment and school performance.
• Demonstrate academic leadership through participation in professional organizations, educational research, publications, and professional presentations.

Requirements

• Current professional license in counseling, addiction counseling, social work, or psychology.
• Minimum of five years of higher education leadership experience as a dean, program coordinator, or in a related role in higher education administration.
• Experience in substance use disorder prevention, treatment, or a related field.
• Experience in the administration and delivery of distance and online learning programs.
• Teaching, lecturing, training, and educational experience.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to build effective faculty and staff teams.
• Experience with finance and budget management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Zoom, and related technologies.
• Ability to effectively manage student services.

A key member of the school leadership team, the Academic Dean coaches and supervises faculty by developing goal-driven coaching plans, analyzing student data to plan reteaches, and overseeing division-based special education efforts, including IEP development and maintenance. Collaborating across teams, departments, and external partners, this role enables a safe and healthy learning environment that challenges all students, including those requiring special education, ENL, and at-risk services.

Functions

• Observe and provide feedback to teachers, conduct instructional walk-throughs, and follow up with support for particular initiatives.
• Develop and implement measurable, goal-driven coaching plans, and model instructional strategies as needed.
• Coordinate and design internal and external professional development activities for teachers based on identified needs.
• Train, support, and coach faculty in special education, ENL instruction, and at-risk student services, ensuring all teachers implement required classroom accommodations and modifications per IEPs.
• Design curricula and differentiate instruction to best serve all students, including those in need of special education, ENL, and at-risk services, and provide feedback and support for the development of curriculum maps and lesson plans.
• Analyze data to plan reteaches with teachers, facilitate selected team meetings to model and strengthen intellectual preparation, and lead curriculum initiatives to improve lesson delivery school-wide.
• Coordinate vertical alignment across grade levels in content areas, and oversee division-based special education efforts, including reviewing diagnostic assessments, coordinating pre-referral and referral processes, and participating in the development and maintenance of IEPs.
• Supervise and support supervisees' professional development and job responsibilities, including coaching, feedback, training, and conflict management, and provide regular performance evaluations through formal mid-year and end-of-year processes.
• Inspire and rally behind a shared vision and high standards of excellence, fostering staff culture and relationships across teams and divisions, and contribute to the development and implementation of school-wide policies and procedures as a member of the leadership team.
• Create and implement programs to support families of students in need of special education, ENL instruction, and at-risk services, and ensure compliance with special education requirements and maintenance of accurate records in accordance with state and federal law.
• Collaborate, communicate, and maintain effective professional relationships as a member of an interdisciplinary team, and serve as liaison for other teams, departments, and partners.
• Participate in required meetings and events, meet expectations related to punctuality and professionalism, and reflect on professional practice through self-reflection and engagement in formal and informal feedback processes.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required; master's degree preferred.
• NYS or out-of-state teacher certification required; NY State certification in Students with Disabilities and/or TESOL/ELL preferred.
• Experience of 3+ years of classroom teaching, preferably in an urban school setting, and 2+ years of leadership experience, such as instructional coach or team leader, preferred.
• Knowledge of Common Core and other content area standards, curriculum design principles, child learning theory, differentiation strategies, and special education and ESL approaches and procedures.
• Knowledge of adult learning theory and best practices for professional development, and a deep understanding of classroom management strategies, including restorative justice approaches.
• Ability to gather and analyze data using defined and differentiated processes.
• Ability to build warm, effective relationships with students, colleagues, and a diverse range of individuals, including families and external partners, while adhering to confidentiality and child protection obligations.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Google Calendar, Salesforce, and other relevant software and applications.
• Strong self-management skills, including effective prioritization, self-organization, and time and task management.
• Critical thinking, analytical and strategic communication strengths, resilience, and a strong sense of personal responsibility and self-initiative.
• Commitment, humility, empathy, and a passion for supporting diverse learners in an urban school environment.

High levels of student achievement depend on the Academic Dean, who observes and coaches teachers through co-planning, real-time coaching, and modeling high-quality instruction while overseeing implementation of a rigorous, individualized curriculum across all grade levels. Reporting to the Charter School Leader, this role builds teacher capacity in culture, discipline, and parent engagement to drive academic excellence and community involvement school-wide.

Accountabilities

• Encourage and support the development of students, teachers, and staff, and provide resources aimed at increasing educator effectiveness and efficacy.
• Observe and coach teachers, including co-planning, real-time coaching, and modeling high-quality instruction and lessons as necessary.
• Appraise and develop teachers to ensure that all teachers are engaged in a conversation of feedback and professional growth.
• Foster a rigorous educational environment that ensures high levels of student achievement through the relentless use of data to drive and refine instruction.
• Collaborate with the Instructional Leadership Team to ensure that teachers are receiving the necessary support and professional development to maximize the delivery of daily instruction.
• Oversee the implementation of a rigorous and highly individualized curriculum in all grade levels, and monitor long-term plans, daily lesson plans, and vertical alignment with the support of the network ILT.
• Lead and/or contribute to the design and implementation of ongoing staff professional development and collaborative planning time, and promote collaborative problem-solving and open communication among teaching staff members.
• Ensure a school culture where students, educators, and members of the school community demonstrate shared beliefs, values, and behaviors, and manage self and others to create a healthy, high-achieving environment where staff feel challenged, supported, and valued.
• Create a school community that fully involves parents in student achievement through multiple outlets, including home visits, regular community meetings, and parent and family meetings, and assist teachers in developing strong partnerships with parents by enhancing communication.
• Intervene with support when students have challenges in attendance, academics, or discipline, and work with the leadership team to administer discipline.
• Maintain and monitor compliance in areas such as Special Education and LPAC, support the coordination and management of state and local testing, and oversee logistics in common spaces, special events, and tutorials in collaboration with the school leader.
• Lead and/or support network-wide initiatives as needed to foster strong school culture, academic excellence, and network growth.

Technical Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• One or more of the following licenses or certifications are required: ESL Supervisor EC-6, ESL Supervisor EC-4, Bilingual Generalist EC-6 Spanish, Bilingual Generalist EC-4 Spanish, Generalist EC-4, or Generalist EC-6.
• Experience of 5–7 years in a related role.
• Advanced leadership skills, with the ability to influence others, inspire teammates, and foster teamwork.
• Subject-matter expertise and the ability to function as a thought leader in a relevant area.
• Strong dedication, integrity, and commitment to driving achievement and contributing to the success of the school and network.

As the Academic Dean, this role serves as the primary instructional coach for teachers and learning specialists, leading intellectual preparation meetings and regularly reviewing lesson plans to provide timely, highest-leverage, actionable feedback aligned to a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum. The school leadership team relies on this work to drive student outcomes, manage teacher performance evaluations, and ensure continuity between classroom instruction and intervention for students with special needs.

Activities

• Serve as primary instructional coach for teachers and learning specialists.
• Lead intellectual preparation meetings and collaborate with school leadership to deliver high-quality professional development and curriculum implementation guidance to meet the needs of all students.
• Regularly review lesson plans, observe teachers, and provide timely, highest-leverage, actionable feedback.
• Lead coaching and support on classroom and school culture.
• Contribute to the development of a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum, including a vertical scope and sequence aligned to national standards, through creation of assessments, unit plans, and lesson plans as needed.
• Work closely with classroom teachers and school leadership to plan instruction, analyze student work, and ensure continuity between classroom and intervention work for students with special needs.
• Lead the utilization of student performance data to customize and improve instruction, and assist in the coordination of internal and state assessments.
• Establish performance goals for instructional staff and manage teacher performance evaluations in collaboration with the Principal, and develop a plan of action for the year, including long-term goal setting, identification of major growth areas, steps for improvement, and methods for effective communication.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree in Education or School Administration preferred.
• Minimum of three years of elementary school teaching experience with a record of strong student achievement.
• Extensive knowledge of best practices in classroom management and instructional strategies, with emphasis on literacy and mathematics.
• Ability to use a variety of data sources to drive instruction.
• Exemplary interpersonal skills and an understanding of adult learning strategies to provide mentoring and coaching, with preferred experience leading professional development in large-group, small-group, and one-on-one settings.
• Strong belief in and commitment to the mission and values of the organization, including the desire to make a difference in the lives of students, families, and the community.

Academic Dean leads data-driven instructional coaching and professional development for school-based instructional staff, collaborating with network academic leadership to establish a unified vision of academic rigor grounded in student achievement outcomes. The work directly supports Heads of School, Network Directors of Curriculum and Instruction, and all teaching staff across a matrixed network structure serving the K–8 continuum.

Operational Focus

• Provide instructional coaching, professional development, and evaluations to school-based instructional staff in collaboration with network and school leaders.
• Collaborate with other members of the network academic team to establish a unified vision of academic rigor grounded in data-driven instructional decision-making.
• Analyze instructional data, including student achievement outcomes, and leverage insights to inform academic priorities.
• Establish and manage exceptional professional relationships with critical stakeholders, including Heads of School, Network Directors of Curriculum and Instruction, and all teaching staff, to provide best-in-class coaching and support.
• Build empathy-based relationships to influence outcomes, and navigate a matrixed reporting structure with the capacity to focus on broader organizational goals while adapting to individualized school needs.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Master's degree in Teaching or a related field required.
• NYS Teaching Certificate required.
• Minimum of five years of instructional experience, ideally with familiarity with elementary teaching and curriculum, and a minimum of two years of experience as an instructional leader, such as Dean of Instruction, Department Chair, or Grade Level Chair.
• Experience in academic coaching, test preparation, and close reading and/or mathematics approaches.
• Strong experience analyzing and interpreting instructional data.
• Deep knowledge of instructional best practices and comfort across the K–8 continuum of learning.
• Familiarity with New York State and national standards, curriculum, and assessments.
• Strong work ethic, commitment to results, and a passion for driving student achievement and overall success in diverse communities.
• Deep belief that all students can thrive in a challenging, high-quality, nurturing, and supportive learning environment.
• Authentic commitment to the organization's mission and school model, with the desire to work in an entrepreneurial environment.

The Academic Dean oversees campus and district-aligned academics, including monitoring teachers in curriculum planning and implementation, supervising Grade Level Facilitators, and coordinating the full student assessment program from STAAR and norm-referenced testing through end-of-course exams. Reporting to the Principal, this role produces measurable gains in instructional performance and student achievement by applying research and district studies to improve the content, sequence, and outcomes of the teaching and learning process.

Key Deliverables

• Monitor and assist teachers in the planning and implementation of curriculum, goals, and objectives to provide effective learning experiences for each student.
• Observe teachers in their classrooms, evaluate performance, provide feedback, and assist in developing and implementing appropriate teaching methodologies.
• Supervise Grade Level Facilitators in the monitoring and implementation of curriculum and achievement guidelines.
• Assist in interviewing, selecting, and developing campus instructional staff, and plan, coordinate, and implement staff development programs to raise the level of instructional performance.
• Coordinate the student assessment program, disseminate and interpret test data, analyze teacher and campus-made tests for relevancy, appropriateness, and content, and facilitate the use of technology in the testing process.
• Work closely with Curriculum and Instruction staff to improve instructional delivery, and assist in coordinating remedial and special programs with the regular program.
• Assist with the planning, coordination, and monitoring of student scheduling, campus budgets relating to staff development and curriculum, and the development and monitoring of the School Improvement Plan and Master Schedule.
• Actively seek to improve course offerings, instructional delivery, and proven strategies to increase student achievement, and apply research and district studies to improve the content, sequence, and outcomes of the teaching and learning process.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of programs and activities for campus parent involvement, and conduct conferences with parents, students, and teachers concerning school and student issues.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state assessment regulations and district board policy, keep the Principal informed on testing affairs, and maintain confidentiality of the position.
• Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior, serve as a role model for all district staff, and pursue ongoing professional development through reading, attending conferences, and involvement with related agencies.

Education & Experience

• Master's degree required.
• Mid-Management or Principal Certification required; certified appraiser for a state or district-approved teacher appraisal system required.
• Minimum of five years of teaching experience, with a minimum of three years of campus-level leadership or curriculum and instruction leadership preferred, including experience in staff development and assessment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of best classroom practices, state and local rules and regulations related to curriculum and instruction, and testing instruments and data.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze test and assessment data, develop Campus Improvement Plans, track indicators, and develop action plans to address areas needing improvement.
• Ability to utilize relevant technology and instructional software, with thoroughness, reliability, and a high degree of accuracy in performing work assignments.
• Strong collaborative, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with tact, courtesy, and sensitivity in dealing with individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds.

Embedded within the academic division, the Academic Dean for Business and Information Technology oversees departmental curricula development, faculty supervision, and budget management across campuses in cooperation with provosts, the online dean, and district-wide support personnel. Working closely with area high schools, community partners, and accreditation bodies, this role advances student academic and social development by ensuring program quality, faculty certification, and equitable educational delivery for diverse populations.

Areas of Ownership

• Provide leadership, strategic planning, and resources for faculty and staff in academic departments and programs.
• Coordinate the development, implementation, and evaluation of departmental curricula and course schedules district-wide in cooperation with provosts, the online dean, and other district-wide support personnel.
• Supervise department faculty and staff, and recommend and administer personnel actions related to hiring, firing, compensation, performance evaluation, individual development plans, training, leave, discipline, grievances, work schedules, and assignments in compliance with collective bargaining agreements and the EEO/AA plan.
• Develop, recommend for approval, and manage the departmental budget, and oversee the purchase and usage of properties and materials.
• Provide leadership, support, and participation in fundraising endeavors and other external funding initiatives, and administer grants and ensure compliance.
• Resolve student issues and complaints in cooperation with appropriate faculty and student services staff, and administer the operation of facilities, centers, and clinics associated with specific academic programs.
• Establish and maintain a system of effective communication among all departmental functions and between campuses, and collaborate with other departments, provosts, and area high schools to establish and maintain partnerships for delivering educational programs.
• Facilitate the accreditation, assessment, and evaluation process for programs, ensure proper certification of departmental faculty, implement the advisory committee member selection process, and ensure that meetings are held and documented.

Background & Experience

• Master's degree in higher education administration, business administration, or in an academic discipline offered by the department, with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credits in the discipline required.
• Five years of education administration experience, including a combination of managerial and supervisory experience, with supervision of full-time instructional staff; eight or more years preferred.
• Three or more years of experience in the instruction or supervision of instruction, or course development for a diverse student population, preferably in a community college setting.
• Experience with instruction and development of programs or courses designed for diverse student populations, and with student issues, including discipline and disability accommodations.
• Experience with mediation, conflict resolution, or judicial affairs, and with community partnerships, service agencies, or external program accreditation organizations.
• Demonstrated competence in strategic planning, budget planning, and management, and knowledge of alternative learning delivery methods, primarily online learning management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to promote collaboration, teamwork, and partnerships with internal and external constituents, and excellent communication and human relations skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equal opportunity, teaching, learning, and the academic, intellectual, and social development of all students and employees.
• Knowledge of current software applications; spoken and written proficiency in a foreign language preferred.

Reporting to the Director General, the Academic Dean at Cégep Heritage College is responsible for all aspects of academic program administration, including developing strategic plans for Academic Services, managing all academic programs and departments, and serving as ex officio chair of the Academic Senate. Partnering with Indigenous and multicultural communities across the Outaouais region, this role develops and maintains institutional academic policies that advance the College's mission within the CEGEP system.

Role Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality of teaching and learning at the College, and develop and manage institutional academic policies.
• Develop strategic planning for Academic Services, and manage all academic programs and departments, including planning, organization, direction, control, and evaluation.
• Oversee the evaluation of teaching, student learning, and programs, and manage human, material, and financial resources related to teaching.
• Serve as ex officio chair of the Academic Senate, and exercise the duties and powers of the Director General on an interim basis when required.
• Collaborate with Indigenous and multicultural communities, and understand the role and challenges faced by an English-language college situated in the Outaouais region of Québec and in Canada's National Capital Region.
• Assume all other duties and responsibilities assigned by College bylaw, policy, or resolution of the Board.

Professional Experience

• A post-graduate degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline is required.
• Minimum of ten years of teaching experience, preferably at the post-secondary level, and a minimum of five years in education administration and leadership.
• Demonstrated commitment to formal quality assurance processes, curriculum development, and a student-centered philosophy of education.
• Understanding of the CEGEP system within the overall context of the education system.
• Proficiency in English and French, both spoken and written, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Recognized collaborative leadership approach, with the ability to motivate through model behaviour and respect, and influence through actions.

Sitting at the intersection of academic support and special education compliance, the Academic Dean collaborates with school leaders, counselors, teachers, administrators, and regional staff to develop systemic student support strategies and implement school improvement initiatives. Operating across SST and RTI coordination, scheduling, parent communication, and transition programming, this role advances student promotion and retention outcomes for K–12 learners in a Georgia school setting.

Job Functions

• Collaborate with school leaders, counselors, and teachers to develop systemic strategies to support students.
• Collaborate with administrators, faculty, and regional staff to implement school improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate the SST and RTI processes, and monitor the progress of students toward promotion, grade recovery opportunities, and promotion and retention administration.
• Provide and submit reports from the Infinite Campus student information system as scheduled and requested.
• Schedule and monitor after-school tutoring and mentoring programs, and schedule and conduct middle and high school transition workshops.
• Communicate regularly with parents and students through available communication tools, and demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Valid Georgia Teacher Certification in Special Education Content required.
• Three years of successful experience as a K–12 Special Education classroom teacher required.
• Strong written and oral communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain student class schedules and data, and coordinate the school's data teams.