2026-2027 Academic Dean (Admin Certification Required)

Primary PurposeIn collaboration with the campus principal, the Academic Dean serves as a key instructional leader on the campus leadership team, responsible for driving student achievement through strong systems in data, assessment, and academic planning. In addition to supporting enrollment, counseling systems, scheduling, testing, and accountability, the Academic Dean works to ensure instructional alignment, monitor student progress, and support teachers and counselors in delivering high-quality, student-centered learning experiences.QualificationsEducation/Certification:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or universityValid Texas Principal or Administrator Certification requiredMinimum of 3–5 years of successful teaching experienceExperience in instructional leadership, coaching, or data-driven instructionStrong record of improving student academic outcomesSpecial Knowledge/SkillsDeep understanding of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practicesStrong data analysis and instructional planning skills Ability to coach and support teachers in improving instructional practices Excellent organizational and systems management skills Strong communication and collaboration abilities Commitment to high expectations and student success for all learnersExperience working directly with Special Populations, a plusExperienceMinimum of two (2) years of classroom experienceMinimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience preferredMajor Responsibilities And Duties Instructional Leadership:Support the Principal in driving campus-wide academic goals and student achievement outcomes Lead the use of data to inform instruction, intervention, and enrichment Collaborate with teachers and instructional leaders to analyze student work, assessments, and performance trends Support the implementation of rigorous, standards-aligned instruction across content areas Monitor student progress and ensure timely interventions for students in needMaster Scheduling & Academic Planning:Lead and support the development of the master schedule to maximize instructional time and student success Ensure student placement aligns with academic needs, interventions, and program requirements Oversee student rosters to ensure equitable access to rigorous coursework and support services Collaborate with Special Populations and Counseling to ensure compliance and appropriate student servicesData & Academic Performance:Analyze student performance data to drive instructional decisionsLead data meetings and support teachers in using data to inform instructionMonitor progress toward campus academic goals, including graduation and college readiness metricsOversee intervention systems for struggling studentsEnsure implementation of academic support programs and credit recovery systemsCounseling & Student Support SystemsPartner with school counselors to align academic planning with student needs and graduation pathways Support systems that prioritize guidance, counseling, and student academic success Assist in monitoring student progress toward graduation and college/career readiness indicatorsEnrollment & Student Systems:Support enrollment processes to ensure accurate placement and strong student onboarding Monitor enrollment trends and their impact on class size, staffing, and instructionCampus Leadership & Systems:Serve as an active member of the campus leadership team in all aspects of school operations and managementLead and manage key academic systems, processes, and routines Support campus-wide initiatives that drive instructional improvement Troubleshoot and respond to issues related to data, scheduling, and student performance Supervisory ResponsibilitiesShare supervisory responsibility for professional staff with school principal. Superviseand evaluate instructional staff as assigned.Working ConditionsMental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Occasional district-wide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours; ability to access entire campus multiple times daily. Requires long hours of standing and walking. Work week may also include weekends.Additional NotesThis position requires strong instructional leadership and the ability to drive measurable improvements in student achievement. The Dean of Academics plays a key role in ensuring all students have access to high-quality instruction and are prepared for postsecondary success.The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.Texans Can Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer