Dean of Instruction (26/27 School Year)
$74,542–$74,542 year
On-site · Denver, Colorado, United States
Job Summary
Dean of Instruction at KIPP Colorado: lead instructional leadership across campuses, manage a cohort of teachers (typically 9-12), coach and develop teachers to raise student achievement, oversee curriculum and assessment alignment, drive data-informed decision making, and collaborate with school leaders to foster a culture of belonging and academic excellence. Responsibilities include coaching and evaluation of teachers, leading professional development, designing and implementing assessment plans, data analysis to improve instructional practices, supporting special education and multilingual learner initiatives (IEPs, 504s, BIPs), ensuring campus-wide safety and engagement, partnering with Principals and instructional leadership teams, and managing recruitment and organizational systems. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, 5-7 years of relevant experience, 4+ years of K-12 teaching experience, prior leadership of adults in a school setting, and strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills. Compensation starts at $74,542 and includes competitive healthcare, generous PTO, and summer break.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (required)
- At least 5-7 years of relevant and aligned experience (required)
- At least 4 years of K-12 teaching experience and/or a strong record of helping underserved students achieve academic success (required)
- Past experience (2 years) of leading adults in a school environment (required)
- A full understanding and Commitment to an Exceptional Student Experience (required)
- Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail; outstanding written and oral communication skills
- Ability to manage the ambiguity and multiple priorities inherent in an entrepreneurial environment
- Proactive problem solver who demonstrates initiative and teamwork
- Strong work ethic coupled with an enthusiastic and passionate approach to one’s work
- Multi-faceted, multi-skilled, resourceful and willing to do whatever it takes to help the school reach a level of academic excellence
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop productive working relationships with stakeholders across functional and organizational lines
- Passionate commitment to KIPP Colorado mission and to high standards of excellence
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