Assistant Dean (K-8)

at  Davidson Charter Academy CFA

DAVIDSON CHARTER ACADEMY IN LEXINGTON, NC IS SEEKING CANDIDATES FOR OUR ASSISTANT DEAN POSITION.

Overview: The Assistant Dean plays a vital role in supporting the Dean in fostering a positive educational environment for students, staff, and families. This position involves managing day-to-day operations, ensuring high-quality instruction, and promoting a collaborative school culture. The Assistant Dean will be instrumental in coordinating various programs and initiatives that enhance the educational experience at our K-8 charter school.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Education or a related field
• Valid teaching certification
• Experience in K-8 education, with a focus on classroom management and instructional practices.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse school community.

• Support the Dean:
• Assist the Dean in implementing school policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the Dean to develop and execute the school’s strategic plan.
• Oversee the new hire orientation process for all instructional staff
• Other tasks as assigned by the administration
• Classroom Coverage and Substitutes:
• Manage and coordinate classroom coverage to ensure uninterrupted learning.
• Substitute teacher management
• Minor Disciplinary Issues:
• Address minor disciplinary matters in accordance with school policies.
• Work with teachers and parents to resolve behavioral issues and promote positive behavior interventions.
• Classroom Observations:
• Assist the Dean with formal observations in compliance with school policy
• Conduct regular classroom walkthroughs/observations to provide constructive feedback to teachers.
• Support teachers in enhancing instructional practices and classroom management.
• Lesson Plan Reviews:
• Review and provide feedback on lesson plans to ensure alignment with curriculum standards.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop engaging and effective lesson plans.
• Weekly Professional Learning Communities (PLCs):
• In collaboration with the Dean, facilitate weekly PLC meetings to promote continuous improvement among staff.
• Assist in developing agendas and ensuring follow-up on action items.
• Testing Coordination:
• Act as our LEA’s district level testing coordinator and ensure compliance with all state policies
• Coordinate and oversee all state and district assessments.
• Ensure all testing protocols are followed and communicate results to stakeholders.
• School Improvement Team (SIT) Facilitator
• Oversee DCA’s School Improvement Team
• Liaison to the Parent/Teacher Organization (PTO) and the Booster Club:
• Act as a point of contact for the PTO/Booster Club and facilitate communication between parents and school staff.
• Help facilitate and support all initiatives and encourage parental involvement in school activities.