Director of Academics - Littleton, United States - Valor Christian High School

Description

Director of Academics

This position offices in-person, on campus


ROLE SUMMARY
The Director of Academics serves as the instructional and operational leader of the academic program.

The Director of Academics cultivates and sustains the school's mission by demonstrating a mature Christian faith and a heart for inspiring and working with students, parents, and faculty.

The Director of Academics provides a clear vision for student learning built on a Biblical worldview and cultivates strong relationships with various stakeholders (parents, students, faculty, and staff).

The Director of Academics possesses a collaborative attitude toward decision-making, excellent interpersonal skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational skills, excellent conflict resolution skills, and a relational approach to leadership.

As a member of the Cabinet team, the Director of Academics is responsible for the evaluation and development of faculty, analysis and collection of student performance data to improve and support student achievement, and coordination of the efforts of the entire faculty.

Valor Christian High School is a decidedly Christian, college preparatory school whose core values honor a biblical foundation.

Valor employees are faith-filled, joyful believers who are active in a local, Christian church whose beliefs are in alignment with the school's Statement of Beliefs.

They are both called and committed to the school's vision and mission and seamlessly integrate faith into their daily work.

You will be most successful if you have a true servant's heart, a teachable spirit, a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, and a commitment to the school's beliefs and values.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Possess and Model a Growing Relationship with Christ
Pursue full devotion to Christ and live a life that reflects that authenticity
Model the fruits of the spirit in communications, relationships and daily work
Demonstrate teachability and a willing heart for service
Embody others-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions
Demonstrate Trustworthy Commitment to Valor Christian High School

Accept and uphold Valor's Statement of Beliefs, Christian Community Policy, and Valor Culture Document
Accept and abide by all affirmations in Valor's Annual Statement of Commitment
Be relationally involved in the life/lives of our students with a heart of service and mission
Seamlessly and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into daily work
Faculty Development and Evaluation

Responsible for direct oversight of faculty culture and evaluations including goal setting aligned with the department operating plan, midyear reviews, and end of year reviews
Serve as the primary agent in hiring, training, mentoring and evaluating faculty members
Support and facilitate the onboarding of new faculty members and promote a successful transition to the Valor culture and community
Oversee and provide academic specific professional development opportunities and coaching
Provide support and guidance to faculty members regarding behavioral or academic challenges of students
Ensure faculty seamlessly and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into curriculum and instruction
Strategic Planning and Oversight of Academic Departments

Develop and execute a yearly Academics Operating Plan that sets priorities, advances the work of the departments, addresses the needs of students, and ensures work toward overall school initiatives
Evaluate, establish, and manage appropriate budgets for academic departments
Ensure the maintenance of educational standards established by the State of Colorado and those organizations that examine and accredit Valor
Effectively implement Valor educational standards across the curriculum and direct the activities and initiatives of the Academic Planning Team
Direct and manage a comprehensive calendar of school academic activities and events
Serve as a conduit of interdisciplinary collaboration and programming across all academic departments
Analyze student-performance data and implement specific strategies to address curriculum or instructional areas in need of improvement
Provides leadership and coordination for academic support efforts across campus and provides leadership to academic support staff and tutors
Collaborate with necessary stakeholders in preparing and maintaining a master school schedule and the assignment of teachers to classes
Engage in ongoing communication and collaboration with Valor team members in order to strengthen student performance and support
Coordinate the review, development, digitization, and revision of all curriculum documents and accreditation requirements including department outcomes, course outcomes, and curriculum guides
Provide an annual "State of Academics" report to school leadership and Board members
Faculty Development and Evaluation

Responsible for direct oversight of faculty culture and evaluations including goal setting aligned with the department operating plan, midyear reviews, and end of year reviews
Serve as the primary agent in hiring, training, mentoring and evaluating faculty members
Support and facilitate the onboarding of new faculty members and promote a successful transition to the Valor culture and community
Oversee and provide academic specific professional development opportunities and coaching
Provide support and guidance to faculty members regarding behavioral or academic challenges of students
Ensure faculty seamlessly and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into curriculum and instruction
Leadership and oversight of Endorsement Programming

Develop, execute, and maintain the key programming elements of the endorsement programs
Assemble and meet with key stakeholders and leaders who can inform strategy and foster support
Develop and direct the co-curricular elements of the academic endorsements
Develop student recognition opportunities and events Collaboration and Communication with the School Leadership Team

As a member of the Cabinet leadership team, the Director of Academics is particularly responsible for defining, cultivating and leading our Christian community.

Cabinet leaders must not only comply with standards but also affirm additional distinctive Christian beliefs of our community in the Christian Community Policy or otherwise as determined by the board of directors.

Work collaboratively with Cabinet leaders in Arts, Athletics, Discovery, Student Life, and Spiritual Formation to discuss and provide action on critical issues facing the school and to engage the community in school-wide initiatives that propel the school forward in alignment with a distinctively Christian mission and vision
Serve as the communication liaison between faculty and Cabinet leadership teamParticipate in open dialogue with team members to ensure that gaps are filled in with knowledge and trust is promoted across pillar areas
Seek counsel and meet regularly with the Associate Head of School and other Cabinet leadership members
Periodically engage with the board of directors to seek input on strategic planning and provide monthly information about the work of the academic department
Commitment to Student Centricity

Demonstrate a love for students and a desire to personally invest in their spiritual, emotional and social maturation
Invest in the lives of students through Life Groups and other mentorship opportunities
Engage parents and the community in all areas of academics through oversight of consistent communication and engagement
Collaborate with the Director of Student Life to appropriately monitor and address academic and behavioral concerns
Support Academic Advancement and Development Initiatives

Engage with the parents and key stakeholders to improve the student experience in academics and support a flourishing student culture
Meet with potential donors upon request who are interested in supporting academic initiatives and programs
Serve Wholeheartedly as an Exceptional Teammate

Uphold and embody Valor's culture as set forth in the Valor Culture Document
Model servant leadership, grace and love in all relationships and interactions
Develop relationships with colleagues with goals of teamwork, relational unity and spiritual growth
Provide team support regarding all matters, processes and initiatives
Demonstrate loyalty to teammates in action and word
Assist Team members to facilitate school-wide wins
Demonstrate a Commitment to Fulfilling Valor's Vision and Mission

Assume collaborative responsibility for Operating Plan Goals and Fiscal stewardship
Be a 'culture- keeper'
Partner with the Director of Development to facilitate academic program fundraising and communication with key stakeholders
Demonstrate a Commitment to Growth

Participate in Valor Team meetings, Chapel and weekly meetings with Team/Supervisor
Demonstrate teachability and receptive to feedback
Pursue professional/personal/spiritual growth and development
Participate in the broader ministry of Valor by contributing of time, talent and treasure beyond assigned role responsibilities

RELATIONSHIPS
Associate Head of School
Valor's Leadership Team (Cabinet)
Head of School
Academic Planning and Leadership Teams
Academic Support Team
Curriculum and Library Teams
Faculty
Donors and potential donors
Board of Education
Parents and Students

RESULTS
Valor excels in advancing Valor's Student Outcomes including: spiritual formation, college preparedness, and cultural engagement.

Under leadership of the Director of Academics, the Academic Departments will provide Valor students with outstanding learning opportunities and experiences.

Faculty will excel in providing sound curriculum, engaging instructional practices, and meaningful endorsement program experiences.
Academic programming will provide cohesive partnership and collaboration with various stakeholders.
Additionally, this person succeeds in upholding the following Valor Student Outcomes

Spiritual Formation

Valor students have regularly experienced God's love and know that God has a plan and purpose for their life.
Valor students know, love and serve God and make Him known to others.
Valor students have grown in character and spiritual discernment; and in making wise choices (body, mind, spirit, friends).

Valor students have experienced the blessings of being involved in a local Christian community, beyond the Christian community found at Valor.

Valor students regularly read the Bible and reflect on God's word as a valuable guidepost for life.
College Preparedness

Valor students excel in verbal, written and technological skills for effective communication.
Valor students think critically, research, analyze, investigate effectively, draw conclusions, and make wise choices.

Valor students achieve and display competencies that will enable them to pursue the college and career goals to which they aspire.

Cultural Engagement

Valor students humbly love and lead others through faith, compassion, and service.

Valor students possess the relational intelligence and relational maturity needed to work cooperatively and effectively with others, including those of other cultures.

Valor students understand, engage, challenge or support the current social, economic, and cultural ideologies of the day.

Valor students are pursuing their unique passions, seeking to influence the culture for Christ through excellence in all their endeavors.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Advanced degree in education or closely related field
A master teacher with a minimum of 5-10 years teaching experience
Experience in academic leadership and curriculum development, design, and review
Solid biblical and theological foundation and understanding
Full understanding of and alignment with the Valor culture
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Management/supervisory experience preferred in an educational setting


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The same basic physical demands described here are the same for all employees to successfully perform the essential functions of their jobs.

Employees must periodically lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and could occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral/depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are varied and include classroom, office, and outdoor events while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is also varied.


POSITION TYPE:

C:
Year-round schedule. 12-Month Calendar. This position offices in-person, on campus


HOURS PER WEEK:
Full-time, Exempt


SUPERVISOR:
Associate Head of School


PAY RANGE:
$90,000 - $120,000


START DATE:
Tentative June 5, 2024
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