Academic Dean(Private High School-CPS)

Job description:


Position Overview


We are seeking an experienced Academic Dean with a strong background in private high school academic leadership. The ideal candidate will have recent, hands-on experience in overseeing academic programs, faculty management, and curriculum development, and is highly proficient in building and managing systems such as Canvas.


Key Responsibilities

Academic Programs & Scheduling

• Oversee and design the academic curriculum framework
• Develop and manage the master schedule
• Coordinate academic pathways including:
• AP / Honors / ECP / Regular programs

Faculty Management

• Supervise and support teaching staff
• Conduct classroom observations and provide instructional feedback
• Lead faculty evaluation and professional development initiatives

Instructional Quality & Policies

• Monitor and ensure teaching quality and academic standards
• Establish and maintain grading policies and academic guidelines
• Ensure consistency and rigor across departments

Curriculum Development & Systems

• Lead curriculum planning and course development
• Work closely with systems such as:
• Canvas (LMS setup and optimization)
• Blackbaud and/or other SIS platforms
• Collaborate on transcript policies and grading systems

Teaching Responsibilities

• Teach a limited number of courses as needed

Qualifications


Required:

• Prior experience as an Academic Dean (or similar leadership role) in a private high school setting
• Experience must be recent and directly relevant (not outdated)
• Strong experience with Canvas (LMS setup, structure, and management)
• Deep understanding of U.S. high school academic systems (AP, Honors, etc.)

Preferred:

• Familiarity with Blackbaud or other SIS systems
• Experience in transcript policies and academic compliance
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Additional Information

• Candidates may be asked to share:
• The SIS platform currently used at their school (e.g., Blackbaud, PowerSchool, etc.)
• Examples of Canvas setup or academic system implementation

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person