Academic Dean

George Washington Carver Academy

The Pride of Highland Park

Academic Dean Specialist Job Description

George Washington Carver Academy, located in Highland Park, Michigan is seeking a dynamic, committed, data driven professional to join our school community. As a Curriculum Specialist you will manage testing and conduct data analysis to manage our Muti-tiered System of Student Supports. You will ensure that teachers use instructional best practices, and that instruction is aligned with the Common Core State Content, Process, and Skills Standards. The ideal candidate has a background in effective teaching and school leadership.

Our Vision

George Washington Carver Academy will always provide the highest quality education with the cornerstones of value learning, self-worth, and quality performance among students and staff as top priority. We see our classrooms as places where the potential for learning is open and free to every student enabling each to achieve their full potential as participants in society at large.

George Washington Carver Academy is a 500 student, Pre-K through 8th grade, charter school. Our warm, caring school family is firm on high expectation while catering to the needs of the whole child. Our staff and scholars enjoy:

• Small classroom size with a safe, clean, orderly and supportive family team environment.

• Competitive salaries with bonuses and opportunities for professional growth.

• A Challenging and stimulating working environment where your professionalism will be valued.

• A hands-on, technology savvy and research-based curriculum including: wireless classrooms, interactive whiteboards in each classroom, one to one student computer ratio in the classroom, a state-of-the art computer and science lab, and a STEM lab.

• All students have a computer that remains at home for homework use, and at home tutoring.

• Male and female mentoring programs.

• Elective course offerings: Physical Education, Art, Spanish and Technology.

• Extra-curricular activities: Girls’ & Boys’ Basketball or Volleyball; Cheerleading Team; Drill Team; Middle

School Drum & Dance team.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Student Support

• Develop and manage an effective Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS) intervention team, that includes classroom teachers, Special Ed. teachers, Instructional Coaches, Paraprofessionals, Academic Specialists, and school leadership.

• Manage the development of common lesson planning, assessment techniques, and processes for

individualized tiered levels of support throughout all professional learning communities (PLCs).

• Work collaboratively with the MTSS Intervention Team and the School Improvement Team to identify

individual student needs and ensure compliance-related tasks are completed.

• Direct and instruct the Paraprofessional Staff.

• Maintain databases and reports as required.

Testing, Data Collection, and Analysis

• Manage the scheduling and implementation of MAP/NWEA and M-Step testing.

• Facilitate the analysis and utilization of all summative, formative, and common assessment data to improve curriculum and instructional practice.

Implementation of Instructional Best Practices

• Implement daily schedules and a yearlong plan for regular data-driven instruction cycles.

• Monitor and ensure consistent implementation of targeted instructional best practices that improve student performance.

• Collaborate with teachers to analyze and use assessment data to plan, implement, and modify curriculum and instruction to increase student achievement.

• Collaborate with Instructional Coaches to develop coaching plans for teachers that ensure student

improvement.

Curriculum Alignment

• Ensure alignment between GWCA’s implemented, curriculum, and the Common Core State Standards

including content, process and skills standards.

• Develop pacing guides, learning objectives and outcomes, aligned with the Common Core State Content, Process and Skills Standards.

• In collaboration with instructional staff and school administration, manage the acquisition and care of

textbooks, teacher guides and other instructional materials and equipment aligned to the CCSS.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Competent in data analysis and data-driven decision making in instructional planning.

• A strong working knowledge of the Common Core State Standards including both the content standards and the process and skills standards.

• Fluency using digital tools and online assessments in the classroom and remotely.

• Extensive knowledge of the current literature, trends, and evidence-based best teaching practices in the field of education.

• Exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Experience

• Experience working with at-risk students in an urban school setting.

• 5 or more years of effective teaching experience as evidenced by student assessment data and other

evidence preferred.

• Experience in leadership roles such as program coordination, School Improvement chair, project

coordinator, professional development presenter, teacher coach etc.

• Experience presenting to adult learners.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of teaching experience required

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate

• Administrative Certificate -preferred (or willingness to enter a program within 90 days)

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or Content Area is required

• Master's degree in the field of Education preferred and/or extensive course work in education. Exceptions to Master’s degree attainment can be made for an individual with the right experiences, skills, and mindset.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary - $62,000 to $74,000 based on experience and qualifications

o Bonus pay

o Signing bonus

o Essential pay

• Career Growth Opportunities

o Professional development assistance

o Leadership stipends

o Alternative certification grants

• Health insurance

o Dental insurance

o Vision insurance

o Disability insurance (optional)

o Life insurance (optional)

o 10 days paid time off ($200 per day for unused days)

• 401(k)

o 4% contribution

• Safe, clean, orderly environment

o Personal protective equipment provided

o Sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures in place

Goodlife Agency

Academic Dean / Highland Park, MI

Education: Masters Degree

Why Us:

Our Vision

George Washington Carver Academy will always provide the highest quality education with the cornerstones of value learning, self-worth, and quality performance among students and staff as top priority. We see our classrooms as places where the potential for learning is open and free to every student enabling each to achieve their full potential as participants in society at large.

George Washington Carver Academy is a 500 student, Pre-K through 8th grade, charter school. Our warm, caring school family is firm on high expectation while catering to the needs of the whole child. Our staff and scholars enjoy:

• Small classroom size with a safe, clean, orderly and supportive family team environment.

• Competitive salaries with bonuses and opportunities for professional growth.

• A Challenging and stimulating working environment where your professionalism will be valued.

• A hands-on, technology savvy and research-based curriculum including: wireless classrooms, interactive whiteboards in each classroom, one to one student computer ratio in the classroom, a state-of-the art computer and science lab, and a STEM lab.

• All students have a computer that remains at home for homework use, and at home tutoring.

• Male and female mentoring programs.

• Elective course offerings: Physical Education, Art, Spanish and Technology.

• Extra-curricular activities: Girls’ & Boys’ Basketball or Volleyball; Cheerleading Team; Drill Team; Middle

School Drum & Dance team.

About Us:

The GoodLife Agency, the lead grant agency, and three (3) local education agencies in Metro Detroit are the recipients of a three (3) year, $7.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education’s Teacher and School Leader (TSL) program.

Eagles Nest Academy, George Washington Carver Academy, and River Rouge School District will use these funds to increase teacher and school leader effectiveness and improve student learning and academic performance in six (6) high-need schools.

The LEAs have received the CARES funding (one-time money) to support school operating budgets without solid plans for how to sustain these initiatives post-pandemic for our high-need schools. Our LEAP project will provide a well-developed and tested model to attract or retain staff with targeted professional development, and ESL, special education, social work, and trauma support to address trauma arising from the pandemic. “WE ARE A COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIP SEEKING TO ENHANCE TEACHING AND LEARNING AND SCHOOL LEADERSHIP PRACTICES THROUGH AN EMPOWERING AND ACCOUNTABLE SYSTEM.” - LEAP TSL

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Must Haves:Bachelors DegreeTeaching Certification5 - 10 years experience in Leadership role