Dean of Teaching and Learning (Part-time)

POSITION: DEAN OF TEACHING AND LEARNING

REPORTS TO: DIVISION PRINCIPALS

St. Matthews is an independent Episcopal day school for students in Early Childhood through Grade 8. The school provides a challenging academic program and places a strong emphasis on building character and empathy as well as a focus on service learning. To learn more about St. Matthews Parish School please view our website:

The Part-Time Dean of Teaching and Learning is a 12-month position responsible for supporting the Principals in all areas of the schools academic program analyzing learning data and communicating with key constituencies about St. Matthews academic strength and program development. The Dean also assists with faculty development and recruitment as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with faculty and administrators to lead the documentation and implementation of a robust academic program that appropriately sequences each area of the schools curriculum from Early Childhood through eighth grade.
• Develop and document a Early Childhood - 8th grade curriculum review cycle with faculty-wide focus on learning standards instructional practices or assessment depending upon the year.
• Communicate with a variety of constituencies and stakeholders to articulate and promote the strength and direction of the schools academic program.
• Work with staff to implement annual student assessment cycles and analyze testing data to understand the learning needs of individual students and to assess the caliber of the schools overall academic performance relative to other high-achieving schools.
• Devise systems and metrics to ensure that St. Matthews academic program is delivering student learning outcomes at a high level.
• Seek to present at conferences and contribute to publications in educational magazines and journals in an effort to share with other educators and to promote St. Matthews program excellence.
• Remain informed and updated regarding new developments in education curriculum and instruction and design effective methods for keeping teachers informed of these developments.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This is an exempt position (.6 FTE). Competitive compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits package includes but is not limited to a national medical and dental insurance plan life insurance short term/long term disability and life and retirement plan (up to a 9% match). Benefits will be prorated. St. Matthews has a 75-year record of supporting teachers through a strong professional development program.

EXPECTED SCHEDULE

3 days weekly - Schedule to be determined and coordinated with Division Principals.

START DATE

July 1 2026

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All school personnel must successfully complete a fingerprint background check through Live Scan and provide current tuberculosis clearance.

The School is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools and the National Association of Episcopal Schools and is accredited by the California Association of Independent Schools and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree or higher in education or school administration Masters degree preferred
• 5-7 years of experience as a lead teacher
• 2-3 years of experience an administrative leader preferably in independent schools
• Proven success at working collaboratively in educational leadership
• Instructional leader with solid understanding of the developmental and curricular needs of students of the particular division
• Must be highly organized and a self-starter with good initiative excellent attention to detail and a creative approach to problem-solving. Able to multitask prioritize and remain level-headed in any situation
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a great team player. A high level of confidentiality and discretion are required. Excellent communications skills are critical including writing skills
• Proficient in technology adept to learning new skills and effectively utilizes technology for planning and administrative functions