Academic Dean/Instructional Coach

Why NHCS? Neighborhood House Charter School (NHCS) is a tuition-free open enrollment charter school for grades K1-12 in Dorchester that is a public alternative to traditional district schools. We serve over 800 students across two campuses predominantly from the neighborhoods of Dorchester, Roxbury and Mattapan. We believe in the social emotional well-being of our students and know that a well-coached and supported educator is instrumental in helping our scholars both academically and in their SEL growth. We do not give up on kids. Our expectation is that all of our students thrive at NHCS, graduate from high school and pursue post-secondary education on the path to life success. Our educators are partners with our scholars and their families as they embark on this path.

What is the Academic Dean role? The Academic Dean is responsible for working with other members of the organization’s instructional team, most notably the Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Academic Deans, School Principal, and Special Education Coordinator to lead efforts to systematize and improve elementary and early childhood instruction and outcomes for students in grades 5-7.

This position is at our Queen St. campus and the hours are 7:45am-4 pm. Someone coming to us with a Master’s and two years of experience can expect to make $78,286.

Is this You?

• Work with the Chief Schools Officer and the Middle School Principal to implement plans for curriculum, assessment, intervention, and professional development;
• Facilitate the Middle School Instructional Leadership Team and participate in Middle School general leadership teams;
• Coach teachers in pedagogy and curriculum through adopting NHCS Design Principles, conducting classroom observations, reviewing data and student work, modeling lessons and instructional moves, and engaging in unit and lesson planning meetings;
• Monitor curriculum for alignment with NHCS curricular lenses of identity, inquiry, and accessibility; the science of reading; Common Core State Standards and MA ELA and Literacy Frameworks; and MCAS; and make adjustments as needed;
• Review and refine ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies scope and sequence, pacing documents, instructional guides, and term assessment schedules for grades 5-7.
• Monitor formative and summative assessment practices and expectations;
• Facilitate Response to Intervention meetings and oversee the development and execution of teachers’ intervention plans;
• Develop and lead professional development sessions for staff and grade level teams;
• Support teachers with administering benchmark literacy assessments, as needed;
• You are able to start ASAP

Qualifications & Skills

• At least two years of teaching experience;
• Ideal candidates will have a valid MA certification;
• Unshakeable belief that every child can be successful;
• Deep knowledge of Common Core State Standards and the science of reading with a proven track record of leading teams of teachers to develop their understanding of the standards and components / skills of literacy within the science of reading;
• Ability to articulate a clear vision, set appropriate goals, and develop a strong framework for implementation and accountability;
• Strong team leader, capable of inspiring and motivating teachers and other school professionals;
• Deep knowledge of best practices related to instructional techniques and pedagogy for lower school grades mathematics and humanities;
• Belief that teachers must learn and influence social/emotional strengths of all children in and out of the classroom;
• Desire to continually reflect and grow as an educator through professional development peer feedback and observation;
• Belief in a school community where students, families, teachers and school leaders demonstrate accountability, flexibility, humor, effort, responsibility, respect and hope;
• Mastery of subject knowledge

Neighborhood House Charter School (NHCS) is committed to being an anti-racist organization. The work of racial justice does not belong to a department or position; it is the responsibility of every member of our community - scholar, family, and educator. As an educational organization, we are committed to continual growth and learning so everyone can find a safe place to belong and walk on their own anti-racist journey in the midst of a racially diverse and vibrant community. This will ensure that we, as an organization, reflect, equip, and care for all.

We are an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity for all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, age, disability, marital status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. We encourage you to apply even if you feel that you do not meet all the stated requirements for the position.