STEM Preparatory Academy

High School Academic Dean of Special Pops (EE & ELL )

NASHVILLE, TNPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from STEM Preparatory Academy

  • Job overview

    The High School Academic Dean of Special Pops (EE & ELL) at STEM Preparatory Academy leads teacher development and instructional coaching to ensure student mastery of rigorous content and drive high academic performance.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The Academic Dean coaches ELL and ExEd teachers, conducts classroom observations, provides feedback, designs professional development, manages data dashboards, supports instructional planning, fosters a positive school culture, holds adults accountable, and collaborates with leadership to meet school goals.

  • Experience and skills

    Requires at least three years teaching experience in a tested subject, a valid Tennessee teaching license or ability to convert one, school leadership experience, data-driven instruction knowledge, conflict resolution skills, commitment to diversity and equity, and a bachelor's degree in education or related field; preferred qualifications include outstanding teaching performance, family collaboration experience, coaching skills, and professional development design experience.

  • Work environment and culture

    STEM Preparatory Academy values inclusiveness, joy, learning, anti-racism, diversity, equity, and a student-first mindset, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment for staff and students.

  • Company information

    STEM Preparatory Academy is committed to equal opportunity employment and reflects the communities it serves, encouraging applications from historically marginalized groups.

  • Team overview

    The Academic Dean works closely with other leadership team members to create a positive learning culture and drive school-wide academic and cultural goals.

  • Unique job features

    The role uniquely focuses on coaching specialized populations (ELL and ExEd teachers) and integrates rigorous data-driven instructional coaching with leadership responsibilities to enhance student outcomes and school culture.

Company overview

STEM Preparatory Academy is a charter school network focused on providing a rigorous education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to prepare students for success in college and beyond. The academy generates revenue primarily through public funding, grants, and donations, which support its mission of delivering high-quality STEM education. Founded with a vision to close the achievement gap in underserved communities, the academy emphasizes project-based learning and real-world applications of STEM concepts. Candidates should be aware of its commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse learning environment that encourages innovation and critical thinking.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your leadership in instructional coaching, professional development design, and data-driven student outcomes, especially with ELL and ExEd populations, aligning with STEM Preparatory Academy's mission to exceed local and national performance standards.

  • Emphasize your experience in conducting classroom observations, providing actionable feedback, managing data dashboards, and fostering inclusive, rigorous academic cultures that support diverse learners and adult accountability.

  • Apply through multiple channels including STEM Preparatory Academy’s official website, LinkedIn job postings, and education-focused job boards to maximize your application visibility.

  • Connect with current Academic Deans or leadership team members on LinkedIn at STEM Preparatory Academy, using ice breakers like commenting on recent school initiatives in equity or asking about their approach to coaching ELL/ExEd teachers to build rapport.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'instructional coaching,' 'data-driven practice,' 'professional development,' 'equity,' 'inclusiveness,' and 'student outcomes' to ensure it passes initial screenings.

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