Hebrew Language Academy Charter School, Dean Of Academics

ORGANIZATION

Hebrew Public Charter Schools for Global Citizens - Our mission is to lead a national movement of exceptional, diverse public charter schools that teach Modern Hebrew to children of all backgrounds and prepare them to be successful global citizens. Our schools are models of racial and economic integration, academic excellence, and world language learning. Hebrew Public manages schools in New York City and Philadelphia, and also supports an affiliate network of schools in California, Washington DC, New Jersey, and Minnesota. 

Our focus on global citizenship is embodied by three core elements: 

• The building of relationships across difference, embodied by our focus on racial, cultural, and economic diversity
• The study of Modern Hebrew and of Israel as a window into other languages, cultures and experiences
• Our unique set of global citizenship values that infuse all that we do, described through the acronym OLAM (the Hebrew word for “world”). These values include Outstanding Problem Solving, Lifelong Learning, Aware Communication and Making a Difference.

Our schools help students grow to become empathetic, ethical, intellectually curious young adults committed to solving the world’s problems. Other key program elements in Hebrew Public’s New York City schools include the Responsive Classroom model, Expeditionary Learning, Close Reading, Wilson Reading System, Eureka, Number Stories, Fundations and Geodes.

To learn more about Hebrew Language Academy, please visit https://hebrewpublic.org/schools/hla/. 

OPPORTUNITY

Hebrew Public seeks a Dean of Academics to serve as an integral educational leader supporting the academic program at Hebrew Language Academy (HLA). Working closely with the network academic leadership team and with school-based staff, the Academic Dean will play a critical role in leading and supporting Hebrew Public to achieve its academic vision by leading data-driven instructional coaching and professional development. 

The successful candidate will possess a track record of breakthrough student achievement results in their own classroom and will demonstrate a keen ability to coach others to similar outcomes. Reporting to the Head of School, the Academic Dean will drive continual improvement of instruction at their school. The opportunity is ideal for a proven instructional leader who is passionate about strengthening Hebrew Public’s commitment to exceptional instruction and student achievement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Working with the network and school leaders, provide instructional coaching, professional development, and evaluations to instructional staff.
• Collaborating with other members of the network academic team, establish a unified vision of academic rigor grounded in data-driven instructional decision making.
• Analyze instructional data, including student achievement outcomes, and leverage insights to inform academic priorities.
• Establish and manage exceptional professional relationships with critical stakeholders including Heads of School, Network Directors of Curriculum and Instruction and all teaching staff to provide best-in-class coaching and support.

Requirements

• A passion for and record of driving student achievement and overall success in diverse communities

• Strong experience analyzing and interpreting instructional data
• An ability to build empathy-based relationships to influence towards outcomes
• Familiarity with New York state and national standards, curriculum and assessments
• Comfort navigating a matrixed reporting structure with the capacity to focus on broader organizational goals while adapting to individualized school needs
• A deep belief that all students can thrive in a challenging, high-quality, nurturing and supportive learning environment
• A strong work ethic and commitment to results
• Proven ability and desire to work in an entrepreneurial environment
• An authentic commitment to the Hebrew Public mission and school model
• Sense of humor

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of five years of instructional experience
• Middle school English Language Arts (ELA) teaching experience preferred
• A minimum of two years of experience as an instructional leader (i.e. Dean of Instruction, Department Chair, Grade Level Chair, etc.)
• Evidence of positive impact on student data required
• Deep knowledge of instructional best-practices and comfort across the K-8 continuum of learning
• NYS Teaching Certificate
• Masters Degree in Teaching or related field

Benefits

Salary and benefits will be highly competitive, equitable, and commensurate with experience. The salary range is $80,000 - $100,000 based on experience and qualifications.

Potential benefits* include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Employer-Paid Vision
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement Savings and Employer Matching Programs
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Global Travel Experiences

*Benefits packages vary depending on the role.

Hebrew Public is committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. Candidates of color and those from backgrounds that are underrepresented in school leadership roles are particularly encouraged to apply.

TO APPLY

For additional questions about this position or to speak with someone about your interest, please contact Mackenzie Jones at mjones@edgilityconsulting.com.

Hebrew Public Charter Schools for Global Citizens is an equal-opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. Recruiting staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds. Candidates are evaluated solely on their qualifications to perform the work required.