Elementary School Dean of Academics

Job Details

Job Location
Magnolia Science Academy-7 - Northridge, CA

Position Type
Full Time

Education Level
Graduate Degree

Salary Range
$80,000.00 - $110,000.00 Salary/year

Travel Percentage
Up to 25%

Job Shift
Any

Description

WHY WORK FOR MAGNOLIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS?
We provide a culture of accountability, challenge and opportunity that encourages our teachers, faculty and staff to develop and reach their full potential.
We invite you to build and advance your career with Magnolia Public Schools and help contribute to the future success of our mission and vision.

ONE OF OUR LONG-TERM COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES IS THE CALIBER OF OUR PEOPLE:
Magnolia Public Schools bring together smart, talented people from a diversity of backgrounds, where they can bring their "whole self" to work as well as their PASSION for teaching and learning.

HERE IS WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER:
Premium free Medical/Dental and Vision Benefits
Competitive Salaries
Organizational sponsored benefits programs
Generous paid time off banks including two floating holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development Programs for Teachers, Administrators and support personnel
Robust career development/talent management process
Leadership/admin development programs
Small Class Sizes
Professional Development
Induction Support (B.T.S.A)

Location

Los Angeles Area

Job Description

The Academic Dean promotes the educational development of all students and the professional development of all staff
within the school.

Academic Program
Assist with curriculum developments and improvement
Supervise textbook review and textbook ordering
Oversee the development of curriculum, lesson plans and instruction in the classroom
Update course descriptions and offerings to UC, school manual and school website
Coordinate teacher and student involvement of after school program
Evaluate course credits for all incoming high school students
Responsible for developing and changes of daily class schedule
Coordinate all academic activities with the department chairs
Oversee all fieldtrip planning
Coordinate failing letters and summer school/preparation
Bring academic and event calendar to administrative meetings weekly

Student Performance
Help students prepare a four year plan
Conference with students/parents on academic issues
Responsible for scheduling and coordination of the tutorial program and afterschool/Saturday school activities
Assess grade reports and mid-quarter reports before they go home to families
Prepare standardized testing schedules, and inventory for standardized testing in a combined effort with the administrative assistant
Oversee homework, class work, projects, tests, for teachers in CoolSIS
Report weekly at administration meeting any teachers who are not using CoolSIS properly
Review student progress at the end of each quarter and notifies parents of students on academic probation
Maintain list of high honor/honor students

School Improvement
Assist in organization of school improvement plan with staff, parents and community members

Personnel Management
Hold teacher evaluation conferences based on records of performance evaluation
Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management
Oversee school operations in principal's absence
Assist in scheduling student activities by participating in the development of class schedules, teacher assignments and extracurricular activity schedules
Oversee student attendance records and assist the office manager on truancy issues
Aid in safety drill practices and inspections.

Staff Development
Hold teacher orientation and in-service training throughout the year
Regularly prepare items for staff development for weekly faculty meetings and attend weekly administrative meetings
Conference with teachers on academic issues in the classroom
Conduct formal and informal teacher observations

Qualifications

B.A./B.S. degree, Masters Degree Preferred
5 years classroom teaching (preferred), or education administration experience (or a combination of both preferred)
Up-to-date computer and technology knowledge
Knowledge of school law, finance, and curriculum (preferred)
Experience in designing/conducting in-services, workshops, and other types of professional development
Experience in providing instructional coaching and/or support
Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrate excellent computer literacy skills and technology awareness
Possess ability to work in collaborative manner with all constituents of the school: teachers, administrative staff, board of trustees, students, parents and others
Ability to manage personnel
Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data
Exceptional organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.

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