Carondelet High School Dean of Faculty

• Lives the mission of the school, in the CSJ tradition, through a thorough knowledge and understanding of the mission, vision, and values of Carondelet High School.

• Creates an environment where a growth mindset is a prominent presence in all aspects of school.

• Maintains positive relationships and communication with students, parents, faculty, and staff to ensure an excellent educational experience.

• Engages enthusiastically with and responds positively to the needs of students, faculty, families, staff, alumni, and the public outside the school in order to help maintain a positive and vibrant school community.

• Is a lifelong learner who takes advantage of professional growth opportunities related to best practices in teaching and learning that come from research, literature in education, and practitioners in the field.

• Is flexible, adaptable, and takes an innovative approach to curricular design and the effective incorporation of technology in the learning process and incorporates this into professional development opportunities for faculty.

• Develops innovative strategies for instruction and the use of technology by creating and maintaining a forward-thinking strategic plan that meets strategic, operational, and learning objectives

• Supports the VP of Academics in all his/her responsibilities in creating programs that ensure the ongoing improvement of the school.

• In conjunction with the VP of Academics, and the Department Chairs, creates innovative academic programming that prepares students for successful matriculation to college and provides life-long skills.

• In conjunction with the VP of Academics and Department Chairs, the Dean of Faculty designs, implements, and evaluates school-wide academic and instructional initiatives.

• Works with the Director of Enrollment to help attract and retain students.

• Partners with the Data Manager, VP of Academics, and Department Chairs to track and understand the impact of various initiatives to support strategic growth.

Administrative Responsibilities

Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Serves as a member of the Strategic Action Team and assists in planning, coordination, and implementation of various aspects of the school strategic plan.

• Oversees and supervises the Department Chairs to include evaluation and goal setting

• Works with the Department Chairs and VP of Academics and Ed Tech in teacher observation and coaching, including the creation of teacher portfolios, multi-year repositories of learning, and all other related responsibilities

• Is an instructional coach and leader who provides support for instructional planning, alignment of goals, programs, and assessment for faculty.  As an instructional coach, participates in tandem observations, and provides feedback and support for all faculty

•  Works with the VP of Academics and Department Chairs in the following areas of Professional Development:

• Coordinates the multi-year cycle of professional development, tracking the progress of each faculty member and supporting theme leaders in coordination and communication

• Participates actively in the performance evaluation and goal-building model while also working closely with a group of teachers for one of the rotations in the professional development cycle model

• Participates in the development of the details for professional learning days and the general support for faculty development.

• Coordinates with HR and Department Chairs to manage the search and interview process for new faculty 

• Assists with orientation and mentoring program for new faculty 

• Assists with Back to School Night and Academic Awards Night 

• Reviews all course syllabi, Schoology sites, final exams, and department minutes and provides input to department chairs in coordination with the VP of Academics and Ed Tech 

• Serves as a grader and content creator of the Alludo platform in partnership with the VP of Academics and Ed Tech and Director of Innovation.

• Works with department chairs to identify and create website content and story-sharing opportunities

• In partnership with the Director of Academic and Learning Support, assesses needs and provides lead academic coordination for the summer program at Carondelet for all remediation, advancement, and supplemental academic programming

• Partners with VP for Academics and Data Manager on the implementation of Panorama & MAP testing programs as well as PSAT.

• Is an intermediary with Department Chairs in handling student and parent concerns related to teaching and the classroom environment.

• Is responsible for matters related to academic integrity including working with teachers on best practice strategies when integrity issues stem from poor design or inability to scaffold to support differentiation

• Leads Department Chair Meetings and participates in Academic Council, and other group meetings as necessary

• Works with AP coordinator, department chairs, and VP of Academics on scheduling needs connected to prerequisites or other processes.

• Coordinates tech training with Librarian/Tech coordinator

  
  

  Education Requirements: Must have a Bachelor's Degree or a Master's Degree in a related field, or Single Subject Teaching Credential.