Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Achievement First
Job overview
The 2025-26 Dean of College at Achievement First leads the college team to ensure 100% college acceptance and matriculation, playing a key role in guiding students through college preparation and application processes.
Responsibilities and impact
The Dean manages college staff and budgets, leads college advising and application processes, oversees alumni and summer programs, manages college entrance exams, fosters a college-going culture, and reports on college and alumni success metrics.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a competitive salary range of $85,765 to $111,904 based on experience, along with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan with match, and paid Family Leave.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a bachelor's degree (master's preferred), at least 3 years teaching experience with high student achievement, experience in college advising for low-income, first-generation students, management experience, and strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Career development
The role offers leadership experience within the school leadership team and opportunities to influence college readiness programs and alumni success initiatives, supporting professional growth in educational leadership and college counseling.
Work environment and culture
Achievement First values diversity and inclusion, fostering a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with a mission-driven focus on access to top-tier college education for underserved populations.
Company information
Achievement First is an educational organization committed to increasing college access and success for underserved students, emphasizing high student achievement and strong character development.
Team overview
The Dean works closely with the principal, leadership team, faculty, and school-based college staff including counselors and program managers to implement effective college initiatives.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines strategic leadership, direct student advising, program management, and partnership building with colleges, emphasizing a comprehensive approach to college readiness and alumni support.
Company overview
Achievement First is a network of public charter schools focused on providing high-quality education to underserved communities. They operate schools in Connecticut, New York, and Rhode Island, emphasizing rigorous academics, character development, and college readiness. Founded in 1999, Achievement First has grown significantly, driven by a mission to close the achievement gap and ensure all students succeed. The organization generates revenue through public funding, grants, and donations, reinvesting these resources into educational programs and school improvements.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your leadership in college advising, management of college counseling teams, and experience with early college awareness programs, emphasizing your ability to drive 100% college acceptance and matriculation.
Showcase your skills in strategic planning, process codification, budget management, and collaboration with school leadership, as these are key responsibilities in the role.
Apply through multiple platforms including Achievement First’s official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize exposure and application tracking.
Connect on LinkedIn with current Achievement First college team members or school leadership; start conversations by complimenting their work with underserved students or asking about recent college initiatives at AF.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'college advising,' 'Naviance,' 'college counseling,' 'budget management,' 'early college awareness,' and 'student achievement,' ensuring alignment with the role’s core competencies.
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