Academic Dean

2026-2027 Academic Dean Texans Can! Academies, Houston, 9020 Gulf Freeway, Houston, TX 77017 Job Details Job ID: 5665561 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Apr 23, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $70,951 to $86,001 Per Year Job Description Primary Purpose: In collaboration with the campus principal, the Academic Dean serves as a key instructional leader on the campus leadership team, responsible for driving student achievement through strong systems in data, assessment, and academic planning. In addition to supporting enrollment, counseling systems, scheduling, testing, and accountability, the Academic Dean works to ensure instructional alignment, monitor student progress, and support teachers and counselors in delivering high-quality, student-centered learning experiences. Qualifications Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university Valid Texas Principal or Administrator Certification required Minimum of 3–5 years of successful teaching experience Experience in instructional leadership, coaching, or data-driven instruction Strong record of improving student academic outcomes Special Knowledge/Skills: Deep understanding of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices Strong data analysis and instructional planning skills Ability to coach and support teachers in improving instructional practices Excellent organizational and systems management skills Strong communication and collaboration abilities Commitment to high expectations and student success for all learners Experience working directly with Special Populations, a plus Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of classroom experience Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience preferred Major Responsibilities and Duties Instructional Leadership: Support the Principal in driving campus-wide academic goals and student achievement outcomes Lead the use of data to inform instruction, intervention, and enrichment Collaborate with teachers and instructional leaders to analyze student work, assessments, and performance trends Support the implementation of rigorous, standards-aligned instruction across content areas Monitor student progress and ensure timely interventions for students in need Master Scheduling & Academic Planning: Lead and support the development of the master schedule to maximize instructional time and student success Ensure student placement aligns with academic needs, interventions, and program requirements Oversee student rosters to ensure equitable access to rigorous coursework and support services Collaborate with Special Populations and Counseling to ensure compliance and appropriate student services Data & Academic Performance: Analyze student performance data to drive instructional decisions Lead data meetings and support teachers in using data to inform instruction Monitor progress toward campus academic goals, including graduation and college readiness metrics Oversee intervention systems for struggling students Ensure implementation of academic support programs and credit recovery systems Counseling & Student Support Systems: Partner with school counselors to align academic planning with student needs and graduation pathways Support systems that prioritize guidance, counseling, and student academic success Assist in monitoring student progress toward graduation and college/career readiness indicators Enrollment & Student Systems: Support enrollment processes to ensure accurate placement and strong student onboarding Monitor enrollment trends and their impact on class size, staffing, and instruction Campus Leadership & Systems: Serve as an active member of the campus leadership team in all aspects of school operations and management Lead and manage key academic systems, processes, and routines Support campus-wide initiatives that drive instructional improvement Troubleshoot and respond to issues related to data, scheduling, and student performance Supervisory Responsibilities: Share supervisory responsibility for professional staff with school principal. Supervise and evaluate instructional staff as assigned. Working Conditions Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions; occasional district-wide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours; ability to access entire campus multiple times daily; requires long hours of standing and walking; work week may also include weekends. Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Human Resources 325 W. 12th St. Dallas, Texas 75208 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Texans Can Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr