Dean of Instruction / Academic Coach

Job Description

Job Description

 

Dean of Instruction / Academic Coach

Date Posted:  9/25/26 

Campus: BridgePrep Broward, 1100 Hillcrest Dr.Hollywood, FL 33021

Reports To: Principal

Compensation: $54,500 – $62,500 Base Salary + Up to $10,000 in Performance Pay 

Why Join BridgePrep Academy & SMART Management?

At BridgePrep Academy of Broward, we believe that empowering teachers is the fastest way to accelerate student achievement. Supported by SMART Management—a leading Florida education management organization—we deliver a rigorous, student-centered academic experience enriched by our signature extended Spanish language program.

When you join our team, you join a collaborative, growth-focused community dedicated to high expectations, hands-on support, and real professional advancement.

The Role

Are you an exceptional educator with a proven track record of driving student growth and a passion for developing others?

As our Dean of Instruction / Academic Coach , you will serve as a core academic leader at our Broward campus. Working side-by-side with the Principal, you will directly influence classroom quality by running weekly coaching cycles, modeling exemplary instruction, leading data-driven planning, and mentoring teachers to reach their highest potential.

What You'll Do

• High-Touch Teacher Coaching: Lead weekly 1-on-1 coaching cycles, classroom walkthroughs, co-teaching, and live modeling to elevate daily instructional execution.

• Data-Driven Instruction: Facilitate weekly data meetings with grade-level teams to analyze student mastery, address learning gaps, and build targeted re-teach plans aligned with Florida standards.

• Curriculum Execution: Ensure faithful, engaging implementation of core curricula and pacing guides across grade levels.

• Targeted Professional Development: Design and deliver actionable, data-informed PD workshops that address real-time classroom trends.

• School Leadership Partnership: Collaborate with campus leaders to cultivate an inspiring, high-accountability academic culture and maintain 85%+ teacher retention.

What Success Looks Like (Year 1)

• Instructional Growth: 80%+ of coached teachers consistently meet or exceed instructional benchmarks.

• Student Achievement: Measurable gains toward campus-wide academic mastery and student retention goals.

• Teacher Retention: 85%+ of teaching staff retained through effective partnership, trust, and continuous support.

Key Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years of K–12 classroom teaching experience with documented, strong student growth results. (Prior coaching or grade-level leadership experience preferred).

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum, or Educational Leadership strongly preferred.

• Expertise: Deep knowledge of Florida state standards, effective coaching frameworks, and data-driven instructional strategies.

• Clearance: Active Florida Level 2 background clearance (via the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse / HB 531) or ability to clear prior to start.

• References: 3 professional references, including at least one direct supervisor.

Our Core Values

• And How Are the Children? Every instructional decision prioritizes student outcomes.

• Big Rocks First: Focus relentlessly on the highest-leverage instructional priorities.

• Own It: Take total ownership of teacher growth and student achievement.

• Expect More: Unwavering belief in the high potential of every student and staff member.

• Results Matter: Continuous reflection, data usage, and continuous growth.

How to Apply

Ready to make a lasting impact on educators and students in Broward County? Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your instructional achievement record.