High School STEM Dean of Curriculum & Instruction

High School Stem Dean Of Curriculum & Instruction

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

To build more high-performing schools, we need leaders to commit themselves to the most urgent and exciting work of our time. At Uncommon Schools, our Deans of Curriculum & Instruction (DCIs) are school leaders focused on supporting teachers and instructional leaders to deliver the most rigorous and joyful academic experience for our students that leads to exceptional academic gains. DCIs play a central role in the success of their school and work closely with their Principal and fellow DCIs across Uncommon in driving student achievement and teacher development. DCIs' responsibilities include the following :

Data-Driven Instruction

• Conduct deep analysis of data in order to lead effective analysis meetings based on daily student work samples;
• Build and implement action plans, materials, and systems to address data, including facilitating Interim Assessment (IA) scoring and norming, developing pre- and post- analysis of IAs for the whole school, and supporting Instructional Leaders (ILs) with data analysis of their department;
• Monitor grade-level or content-area progress against assessment cycle benchmarks;
• Facilitate assessment cycles including quality assurance of assessment materials, teacher / student preparation, and scheduling alongside the Director of Operations;
• Support with regional and network data analysis and response systems.

Feedback and Teacher Development

Whole School Culture

Support Curriculum and Instruction Initiatives

Mission-Alignment

Passionate commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools; Ability to plan and lead effective teacher professional development; Strong teaching skills; Proficient in lesson plan development; Strong people management skills, including the ability to effectively navigate difficult conversations and hold staff, scholars, and families accountable in a supportive manner; Systems-based thinking and previous experience creating academic systems, as well as teacher development systems; Ability to strategically manage and prioritize time and tasks effectively to fully meet the needs of their school, with a lens toward systems thinking; Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment; flexible, able to work autonomously and take direction as needed; Familiarity and success withor commitment toimplementing Uncommon's core tenets of instructional leadership (e.g., See It-Name It-Do It framework, Leverage Leadership principles)

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

Compensation for this role is between $87,000 to $130,000. Most candidates who meet job description requirements will receive an offer of $87,000 - $97,400.

Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant professional development, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools.

Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).

Extensive, best-in-class training and development

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)

403(b) retirement savings program + employer match

Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)

Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits

At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email recruitment@uncommonschools.org.