Dean of Teachers

Location: Great Hearts Arlington Lower School, 6701 S Cooper St, Arlington, TX 76001

Reports to: Headmaster

FLSA Status: Exempt, Salary

About the Role

The Dean of Teachers is responsible for supporting instructional excellence by coaching and developing teachers, leading professional development, and ensuring high-quality classical pedagogy is implemented across the academy. The Dean of Teachers reports directly to the Headmaster.

Responsibilities

• Assists in academic program implementations and curricular alignment for all subjects.
• Coordinates with relevant Great Hearts Lead Office Staff regarding academic, curricular, and instructional matters as needed.
• Assists the Headmaster in the review of new classroom materials, resources, and methods.
• Assists in planning and execution of teacher training, teacher in-service days, and faculty meetings as requested by the Headmaster.
• Participates in the advisement and formation of teachers.
• Assists Headmaster and Assistant Headmaster in classroom observations and evaluations of faculty as requested.
• Conducts meetings with individual faculty members to improve classroom performance, teacher grade reports, and standardized test performance as directed by the Headmaster.
• Teaches or substitutes when necessary.
• Assists Headmaster in planning and execution of events pertaining to academic matters (parent nights, open houses, etc.).
• Ensures academic compliance with legal requirements of government regulations and agencies; maintains the educational standards established by the state.
• Participates in periodic Great Hearts professional development activities with other academy leaders and the faculty of other academies at the discretion of the Headmaster.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree at minimum.
• At least 2 years of prior teaching experience or equivalent experience in the field required.
• At least 2 years of experience in a liberal arts institution or knowledge in the delivery of a Great Books core curriculum are strongly preferred.
• Must pass state-specific fingerprint clearance.
• US work authorization is required.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Understands the Great Hearts curriculum across multiple subjects and grade levels.
• Skilled in instructional coaching and development of teachers.
• Maintains excellent time management and interpersonal skills.
• Understands academic data and effective methods of academic intervention.
• Maintains a passionate commitment, a servant’s heart, and a team player approach.

Physical Requirements

• Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching.
• May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.

Travel

May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.