Dean of Instruction - Willowridge HIgh School

Position Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Instructional Leadership and School Management

• Support the principal in analyzing data, setting of instructional goals, expectations, and objectives for the school
• Coordinate implementation of district approved curriculum, distribution of current curriculum guides and other instructional materials
• Assist with coordination of standardized test preparation
• Assist in the development and implementation of campus specific staff development

• Plan and coordinate tutorials, interventions, additional support and resources, and other instructional programs for students in need of assistance
• Ensure that student progress is evaluated on a regular, systematic basis and that the findings are used to make instructional programs and services more effective within current guidelines, coordinate implementation of programs/courses for special populations of students
• Participate in developing the Campus Improvement Plan and assist with the curriculum-related activities such as program development and evaluation
• Facilitate departmental activities directed toward implementation of action plans for instructional improvement
• Direct school resources and/or one's professional efforts to address the most pressing student needs, including intellectual, aesthetic, physical, social, vocational, emotional, and moral development needs

• Use appropriate and effective communication techniques with students, staff, parents and other system administrators
• Enhance feedback skills by conducting conferences with parents, students, and/or teachers concerning vital issues
• Develop and communicate to students, staff, and parents the school’s guidelines and expectations for student conduct

• Carry out supervisory responsibilities for the instructional and non-instructional staff of the assigned campus in accordance with the District’s policies and applicable laws in a timely manner
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems in a timely manner

• Master's degree
• Valid Texas Mid-Management or Principal Certification
• Advanicing Educational Leadersip (AEL) certificate or its equivalent Instructional Leadership Development (ILD or ILT) or must be obtained within 3 months of start date as designated by the Department of School Leadership
• Board Approved T-TESS Certification or must be obtained within 3 months of start date as designated by the Department of School Leadership
• Minimum of 2 years Successful classroom teaching experience
• Possess a moral and ethical compass
• Demonstrate a heart and passion for leadership
• Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness
• Ability to manage personnel
• Ability to coordinate campus functions
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