School Year: 2022-2023
Leading at Achievement FirstĀ
As Dean of Special Services at Achievement First, you will be at the center of this workā coaching our teachers and driving decisions that will benefit our scholars. Here, you will be the driver of high quality coaching instruction that enables teachers to develop and deliver strong content and toĀ instill a lifelong love of learning in our scholars. You will work with teachers to be your studentsā champion who believes all students are capable of greatness and achievement far beyond what society has been conditioned to accept. You will be a demander of excellence for yourself, your teachers and your students, the warm and unyielding classroom presence that encourages and accepts nothing less than studentsā best and most thoughtful work.Ā
At Achievement First, you will grow as a passionate and constant leader who thrives on feedback, enjoys regular one-on-one coaching with our principal, and nurtures a voracious appetite for professional development and consistent improvement. You will cultivate schoolwide classroomĀ cultures built on strong structures, communication and lasting relationships. Every day, you willĀ contribute to the education of children who will go on to become first-generation college students and return to our communities as the next generation of game-changers.Ā Ā
As a Dean of Special Services at Achievement First, your typical week would include theĀ following, and so much more:Ā
Demonstrate exceptional teacher leadership:Ā Ā
Facilitate excellent professional development:Ā
Serve as an active member of the school leadership team:Ā Ā
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Educational Background and Work Experience:Ā
Compensation & Benefits
Achievement First is offering a $5,000 signing bonus for full-time, school-based new hires for the 2022-23 school year in all three of our regions (CT, NY, RI). Experienced Rhode Island educators in hard-to-fill seats may be eligible for an additional bonus of $2,500.
Achievement First is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. People from all diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Spanish language proficiency is a plus. You can learn more about diversity at Achievement First here: http://achievementfirst.org/about-us/diversity/