Academic Dean

Seton Catholic Schools is seeking an Academic Dean to drive schoolwide academic success and faith formation. The ideal candidate will bring an "all in" attitude to align organizational culture and staff actions with the Seton Catholic Schools Shared Values.

The Academic Dean will support the Principal as the instructional leader of their school, focusing on activities involved in classrooms, coaching, and developing instructional staff to continuously improve their lesson delivery and further student achievement.

• Model expectations for leaders, teachers, staff, and students on school-wide practices for a positive learning culture.
• Use weekly observations, coaching, and feedback to evaluate all instructional staff on their effectiveness.
• Direct the school's standards-based assessment strategies and systems to cultivate a data-driven culture where assessments are used to increase learning and support for all students.
• Infuse Catholic faith and values into the daily life of the school by engaging parish leaders, families, and other local stakeholders.
• Participate in Seton Catholic Schools network initiatives, including long-term academic planning; service, character, and faith-formation initiatives.
• Oversee and direct professional development of all instructional staff, including teachers and instructional educational assistants, in collaboration with the school principal.
• Create a culture of sharing effective practices and resources among instructional staff.
• Ensure annual performance goals are set with all instructional staff, in collaboration with the school principal.

Qualifications:

• Deep belief in the potential of all children and the values of Catholic education.
• Commitment to driving academic and spiritual growth in all students.
• Ability to build strong relationships, collaborate with others, and cultivate a loving, joyful school culture.
• Personal responsibility for professional results.
• A data-driven mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to operate with a growth mindset and be open to and seek opportunities for feedback.
• Experience working with students and families with diverse backgrounds and needs.
• At least three years of teaching experience demonstrating excellent instructional practices and student outcomes.
• Bachelor's degree and teaching license required.
• Willingness to complete leadership licensure.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience.
• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• 403(b) retirement plan and FSA plan available.
• Archdiocese of Milwaukee pension plan.
• Network-driven coaching and professional development.
• A collaborative, regional network of educators aligned to vision, mission, and educational outcomes.
• Professional development partnerships with local colleges, universities, and education non-profits, including pathways to earn a Wisconsin school administration license.
• Unlimited potential for professional growth.