Dean of Academics

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Dean of Academics

Peachtree Academy Private Christian School

Position Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Head of School

Position Summary

Peachtree Academy is seeking an experienced, passionate, and Christ-centered Academic Dean to provide visionary leadership and oversight of the school’s academic programs from Pre-K through 12th grade. The Academic Dean will ensure instructional excellence, curriculum alignment, teacher development, academic accountability, and student success while fostering a culture that reflects biblical values and the mission of the school.

The ideal candidate is a servant leader who is committed to Christian education, possesses strong organizational and leadership skills, and has a proven record of improving student achievement through effective instructional leadership.

Essential Responsibilities

Academic Leadership

• Provide leadership and oversight of all academic programs and curriculum.
• Ensure curriculum aligns with national and state standards, accreditation requirements, and the school’s biblical worldview.
• Monitor instructional quality and promote academic excellence throughout the school.
• Lead curriculum review, textbook selection, and instructional improvement initiatives.
• Analyze student achievement data to improve instructional outcomes.

Essential Responsibilities

Academic Leadership

• Provide leadership and oversight of all academic programs and curriculum.
• Ensure curriculum aligns with state standards, accreditation requirements, and the school’s biblical worldview.
• Monitor instructional quality and promote academic excellence throughout the school.
• Lead curriculum review, textbook selection, and instructional improvement initiatives.
• Analyze student achievement data to improve instructional outcomes.

Teacher Leadership & Development

• Supervise, mentor, coach, and evaluate faculty members.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide meaningful feedback.
• Coordinate professional development and instructional training.
• Assist in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and retaining outstanding educators.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and Christ-centered faculty culture.

Student Achievement

• Monitor academic progress of students.
• Develop intervention strategies for struggling learners.
• Collaborate with teachers and parents to improve student performance.
• Oversee academic support services and enrichment opportunities.

School Operations

• Assist the Head of School with daily campus operations.
• Develop master schedules and coordinate academic calendars.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and educational regulations.
• Participate in strategic planning and continuous school improvement initiatives.
• Assist in implementing school policies and procedures.

Parent & Community Relations

• Build positive relationships with students, parents, faculty, and the community.
• Meet with parents regarding academic concerns when necessary.
• Communicate effectively regarding curriculum, academic expectations, and student progress.
• Represent the school professionally during events and meetings.

Spiritual Leadership

• Model a vibrant Christian faith and biblical character.
• Support the mission and vision of the school.
• Encourage spiritual growth among students and faculty.
• Participate in chapel services, prayer, and other school ministries.
• Integrate biblical principles into leadership and decision-making

• Health Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development

• Accredited private school with small class sizes

  401K, plus we match up to 4% of your salary

  Health insurance

  Optional ancillary benefits include life insurance, LegalShield, cancer insurance, and more.

  Bring your children with you! Tuition discounts for early childhood and K-12 private schools for your children.

  Christian environment

  Competitive salary for outstanding candidates, and the salary may exceed what is stated based on tenure and credentials.

Peachtree Academy is a state-of-the-art private Christian school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. We are fully accredited at the highest level through Cognia (formerly AdvancED), reflecting our commitment to excellence in academics, leadership, and continuous improvement. At Peachtree Academy, we challenge and inspire students every day through rigorous academics, strong character development, and meaningful growth opportunities. Our faculty members are innovative educators who are passionate about shaping the next generation of leaders and making a lasting difference in the lives of their students. Our students regularly compete in a variety of academic events, including Math Olympics, Creative Writing competitions, Spelling Bees, and Science Fairs. We also offer more than 17 athletic teams, encouraging teamwork, discipline, and school pride. We believe in educating the whole child. Students are encouraged to explore their gifts and talents through a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities, including soccer, football, baseball, archery, language programs, chess, drama, music, and dance.

At Peachtree Academy, our teachers are more than educators — they are mentors, leaders, and partners in shaping students’ futures. Our faculty enjoy:

• A supportive and collaborative school culture where parents are required to contribute at least 10 hours of volunteer time each year
• Opportunities to be innovative and bring creativity into the classroom
• Small class sizes that allow teachers to truly build relationships their students
• A leadership team that supports professional growth and development
• The chance to create a lasting impact on students’ lives and the community
• We are looking for passionate educators who believe teaching is a calling, who are excited to inspire young minds, and who want to be part of a school that values excellence, faith, and community.

About Peachtree Prep, our Early Childhood Division

The early childhood division of the school bases its academic program on a weekly unit of study for academic advancement. Teachers use lesson plans to guide the delivery of information and address individual issues of advanced skill levels or areas of improvement that are needed. Parents may supplement the curriculum by bringing in books, materials, or ideas related to the theme for the benefit of the class.