Dean of Curriculum & Instruction

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

• Conduct daily observations integrate feedback into planning and data meetings that lead to teacher and instructional leader development and support implementation of action steps;
• Provide real-time feedback to teachers during instruction;
• Inform write and/or lead teachers mid-year reviews;
• Plan and deliver high-quality professional development (within the school region or network) that trains staff members in Uncommons curricular systems and key pedagogical issues;
• Plan and execute team meetings for grade-level or content-area staff based on school-wide instructional trends;
• Collaborate with the Principal to coach and identify the highest leverage goals for ILs including leading IL Team Meetings;
• Oversee school-specific data response curriculum (e.g. reteach lessons response to Power Practice Quizzes or PPQs);
• Partner with the Principal to curate staff-wide / staff-facing professional development sessions using school-wide action steps or walkthrough data;
• Support with mid-year teacher onboarding as needed.
  
   

Whole School Culture

• Support with planning or leading whole school moments and initiatives;
• Lead and manage school-wide academic systems such as office hours grade books or providing feedback to teacher internalization of lessons;
• Be the model of culture and rigor techniques at the school;
• Support Curriculum and Instruction Initiatives
• Plan and facilitate network or regional PD during the summer or school year.
• Support network or regional instructional initiatives related to student achievement - such as supporting regional data analysis and response or curriculum development.

Mission-Alignment

• Demonstrate a passionate commitment to improving the minds and lives of students in and out of school and in pursuit of the Uncommon mission;
• Willingness to step up and support the schools or regions needs such as directly teaching a course thats in the best interest of scholars supporting school operations in strategically planning staff coverage or providing direct support to another school;
• Participate in Inspections school walkthroughs working groups and CAT quarterly walkthroughs;
• Collaborate with the Home Office RSI Principal Director of Operations Dean of Students Special Education Coordinator School Social Worker and other staff to maximize the ability of Uncommon Schools to support students academic and socio-emotional development.

Qualifications :

• 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 Uncommons core tenets of instructional leadership (e.g. See It-Name It-Do It framework Leverage Leadership principles)
• Required experience:
  • 3 years of teaching experience with evidence of outstanding student growth and achievement;
  • Demonstrated instructional coaching capabilities that contribute to teacher growth and development;
  • Strong content knowledge across multiple gradespans or content areas;
  • Bachelors Degree.

Additional Information :

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.

Our Approach to AI and Your Application
At Uncommon Schools we value thoughtful use of technology. Your responses should begin with your own thinking and reflect your authentic voice experiences and commitment to our mission. Generative AI can be used to refine or organize writing but not to generate initial responses or replace your ideas. Every application is reviewed by a member of our Recruitment Team and we are committed to understanding the person behind the application. 

 

Compensation

Compensation for this role is between $8300 to $128000. Most candidates who meet job description requirements will receive an offer of $83000 - $92000. 

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

Benefits

• 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)

• Financial Planning

  • Pension through Mass. Teachers Retirement System

  • 403(b) retirement savings program 

• Transit Commuter Benefit with employer subsidy toward eligible transit expenses

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

• Mental health and counseling support wellness benefits

*A detailed list of all SY 26-27 benefits is located HERE.

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

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time