Dean of Instruction- Yes Prep Brays Oaks Secondary - Houston, United States - YES Prep Public Schools

YES Prep Public Schools

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Houston, United States

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Job DescriptionPOSITION: Secondary Dean of InstructionREPORTS TO: Director of AcademicsPOSITION TYPE: 11monthSTART DATE: 2425 School YearCOMPENSATION: Salaries starting at $65,264 annuallyAt YES Prep, work for a mission that impacts the life trajectory of students and their families. YES Prep creates pathways to extraordinary opportunity through bestinclass development, competitive compensation and benefits, and recognition for your impact. Grow as an authentic leader and be part of an equity driven, teamoriented culture.
Our campuses are advancing educational equity.

Some quick stats about us:
18,650 Students 2,100+ Team Members 15 Secondary Campuses 9 Elementary Campuses 92% Students Who Qualify for Free/Reduced-Price Lunch 96% Hispanic & African-American Students 90% Students Who Are Accepted to a 4Year University 88% First-Generation College Students Ranked in the Top 100 High Schools in the Nation, U.S. News & World Report We serve the students of Houston, Texas, the 4th largest city across the United States. There are over 20 publicschool districts and other great public charter school options within Houston's city limits serving our increasing population. We are a rapidly growing organization, committed to creating lifechanging opportunities for over 23,000 students by THE ROLE When you join the YES Prep team, some of the exciting work and responsibilities will include:

Managing and developing a cohort of teachers;

With the Principal and/or Director of Academics, setting and upholding clear expectations and standards for excellent teaching in all content areas; Ensuring that students receive outstanding instruction in all classrooms by observing and evaluating a cohort of teachers. This includes adhering to the district Coaching Cycle model by ensuring teachers receive at least one classroom observations and a onetoone coaching checkin every few weeks; Monitoring and managing the progress toward increased student achievement and campus goals for a cohort of teachers, including coaching teachers to use assessment data to improve the quality and scope of their instruction; Assisting in the planning and delivery of professional learning opportunities to campus teachers and staff during beginningofyear inservice days, as well as select professional development days throughout the school year; Completing a oneyear credentialing track to become a YES Prep Teacher Evaluator; Participating in strategic districtled professional development for instructional leaders; Additional duties as assigned. THE PERSON We seek staff with diverse backgrounds, talents, interests, and ideas.

Certain traits consistently shine through for our most successful employees:
passion for the mission, drive for results, care for students, resilience, and humility.

Other traits needed and desired for this role are:

MUST HAVES
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited fouryear educational institution
At least 3 years of exemplary teaching
A valid Texas teaching certificate or equivalent
Belief in and commitment to the mission and core value of YES Prep Public Schools
Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
Ability to work urgently in a fastpaced and resultsoriented environment
Ability to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once
Demonstrated ability to work on a team
A dedication to learn, grow, and develop as a professional
THE NICE TO HAVES
Experience in coaching or leading adults
EVERY OPPORTUNITY STARTS WITH A YES
Great schools begin with great people who believe every day is an opportunity to make a difference. At YES Prep, you have an opportunity to join a family of diverse educators who are leveling the playing field by providing opportunities for a highquality, collegeforward curriculum while also ensuring our students feel supported through their academic journey and empowered to lead choicefilled lives. YES Prep is more than a family of public charter schools, it's the future of public education—it's an opportunity to say, "Yes, you canTHE PERKS
Compensation
This position is an exempt, salaried position; salary offers commensurate with experience.
Health and Supplemental Insurance
A $0 monthly medical option that includes $600 towards a Health Savings Account, in addition to a variety of supplemental benefits including Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, etc. Employees must work 20+ hours a week to be eligible for a full spectrum of benefits, and 10 hours a week minimum for medical benefits.
Retirement Plans
Participation in Teacher Retirement System of Texas and a 457b Retirement Plan.
Paid Time Off
Employees working 20+ hours a week receive 12 days of Paid Time Off in addition to the system closures during the Academic Calendar.
Paid Leave Programming
In the event you need to be out due to medical needs