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Great Hearts Online lists this Dean of Academics opportunity in scottsdale, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
## Dean of AcademicsApply: Onsite: Scottsdale, AZ: Full time: Posted Today: R-816**POSITION:** Dean of Academics **LOCATION:** Archway Scottsdale (16648 N 94th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85260) **REPORTS TO:** Headmaster **FLSA STATUS:** Exempt, Salary**Position Summary:** The Dean of Academics manages academic and instructional matters at the school, as requested by the Headmaster, to support learning. He/she acts as an essential liaison for families, students, faculty and staff regarding student performance, strong instruction, and curricular alignment. The Dean of Academics reports directly to the Headmaster.**Duties and Responsibilities:*** Monitors student performance according to grade level, subject area, and teacher.* Collaborates with faculty and parents to improve the academic performance of struggling or “at risk” students, including design and implementation of academic improvement plans.* Communicates with students and parents of students struggling in any aspect of academic performance.* Develops and implements a school-wide intervention program.* 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.* Tracks standardized and benchmark test scores and prepares and advises strategies for score improvement.* Prepares and delivers academic performance reports as requested to Headmaster.* 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.* Serves as liaison between general education and the academy Special Education team, counselors, 504 Coordinators, and any other consultants working with the school.* 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.* **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.**
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