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Job description
Saint Joseph School (SJS) educates in the spirit of the Gospel, inspiring Catholic values, academic excellence, global awareness and service to those in need.
Job summary:
The dean of academics fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by working with the dean of student life and assistant principal in the management of curriculum and instruction. He or she is appointed, delegated authority, supervised and evaluated by the head of schools. The dean of academics serves as the point of contact for all instructional staff, students and parents for their specific program. He or she provides guidance to instructors to ensure that each course is appropriate for students in the regular and summer programs and that they align with other course offerings in rigor and scope of content. The dean of academics sets a professional tone for the program and serves as a positive role model for staff and students.
The ideal candidate is one who embraces the mission, who is looking for a place to share the faith, be respected and supported, and grow professionally.
Salary: $65,000 to $75,000
Essential job functions:
Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
Acts as a witness to gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
Supports and adheres to the code of conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston
Carefully reviews all program, site and staff materials for the summer program
Collaborates with department chairs/team leaders to ensure that the academic component of each department or program is meeting expectations
Attends assigned training workshops
Follows all rules and regulations concerning staff conduct, appropriate dress, program procedures and other responsibilities as set forth in the staff handbook and by administrative staff
Assumes program-related responsibilities as requested by administrative staff
Be knowledgeable regarding administrative policies and procedures that are implemented in academic practices and help train staff accordingly
Observes academic office hours on campus when classes are in session (7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday)
Be available by mobile phone during all work hours to respond to requests and emergencies
Clarifies expectations and responsibilities of instructional staff through training activities and immediate feedback
Supports instructional staff, encourages collaboration between instructors and teaching assistants, and gathers information through classroom observations
Manages staff conduct issues as they arise through modeling and/or appropriate redress
Reviews and edits course syllabi, supervising the collection and organization of student evaluations and any other follow-up documents to ensure consistency with course goals and standards for quality and timeliness
Reviews and provides feedback for course gradebooks and alignment with lessons
Provides timely, meaningful and constructive feedback to academic staff regarding documentation and instructional activities
Responds in a positive and supportive manner to instructional staff questions, concerns and needs
Uses databases and other software to generate, organize and distribute academic data and documents
Collaborates with administrative staff to prepare and facilitate training sessions for instructional staff
Works with and maintains, as needed, evaluation systems and RenWeb and trains staff as needed on the use of each system
Conveys policy and procedures effectively to academic staff through training experiences and documents
Responds to parent inquiries and concerns appropriately
Documents administrative procedures and activities to serve the informational needs of students, families and other academic staff
Informs administrative staff of student or staff concerns as appropriate
Oversees the process of distributing/assigning academic resources such as materials, equipment and lab and classroom space as requested
Executes the collection of equipment, materials and documentation from academic staff at each session’s conclusion
Facilitates beginning of year procedures with updated teacher IDs, keys, computers, etc.
Facilitates, organizes and coordinates substitutes for teachers
Facilitates textbook selection process and parent resource support
Works with admissions team to create a bridge for incoming and transfer Students
Facilitates all awards ceremonies at the end of year
Generates honor roll lists
Oversees National Honor Society
Oversees tutoring programs
Reviews, assesses and provides feedback for PLC meeting minutes for each department
Organizes back-to-school night
Serves as the Title II campus coordinator
Tracks and works with teachers to offer appropriate professional development
Tracks teacher development regarding ongoing development hours and Catechist certification hours
Important job functions:
Serves as a professional representative of the principal and school
Communicates effectively with those in the school community
Collaborates with peers to enhance the work environment and support organizational planning
Minimum qualifications:
Education/certification: Master’s degree
Experience: Has successful teaching experience
Administrative experience desired
Experience:
Design of web-based communications
Classroom experience
Supervising others
Knowledge about the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
Knowledge about office equipment use
Knowledge about curriculum, instructional methods/strategies and curriculum differentiation
Knowledge about child development, learning and behavior
Knowledge about effective assessment methods, data management and interpretation
Able to manage student behavior
Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal form
Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously
Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format
Skill in job-appropriate technology
Skill in critical thinking and planning
Strong writing and editing skills
Able to work collaboratively with others in the school community
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, social-media platforms and online content, and student management system (FACTS SIS)
Working conditions:
Required to work some nights and weekends
Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress
Required to work a minimum of a full school day
Required to work in standard office and school conditions
Physical demands:
Required to lift or carry office supplies, furniture and equipment weighing a minimum of 35 pounds
Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of emotion
Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see and speak on a daily basis
Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing and reading
Required to monitor students in a variety of locations, including those with noise, activity and inclement weather
All employees must adhere to the diocesan code of conduct and agree to represent the teachings of the Catholic Church when instructing or advising students, families or other employees.
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Worksite address
martinsburg, WV, 25402, US
Who can apply
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