Director of Teaching and Learning

New England Jewish Academy, an ECC-12th grade school in West Hartford, CT is looking for a full time Director of Teaching and Learning, a key position that answers directly to the Head of School. We are a close-knit group of educators in a small school who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our students. We are looking for someone who is patient, caring, and has a love for education.

The Director of Teaching and Learning is responsible for maintaining academic standards, ECC-12. The Director models and acts in alignment with NEJA’s mission, vision and core values. The ideal candidate is a team player with strong interpersonal skills, who is committed to helping build a strong school that empowers all students with the academic, character, and life skills they need to succeed, and partners with teachers to support teaching and learning. We seek a Director who is committed to work with determination, integrity and purpose. All responsibilities will be carried out in coordination with and under the supervision of the Head of School.

Responsibilities

o Coordinate and lead all academic improvement efforts

o Review, revise and oversee execution of the curriculum in General Studies

o Support differentiation in all classes

o Plan and deliver schoolwide professional development activities

o Coordinate student placements

o Compile and submit required state and federal reporting

o Arrange mentoring for new teachers, as required

o Supervise and evaluate teachers

o Oversee learning center and participate in all IEP meetings

o Oversee exam schedules, including AP exams, and create midterm and final schedules

o Facilitate and oversee execution of school learning-related policies

o Participate in hiring new staff

o Review report cards each quarter

o Review exams and teacher materials

o Participate in administrative meetings

o Participate in grade meetings

o Participate in new student recruiting process, as needed

o Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have:

1. A minimum of five years of successful teaching experience.
2. Knowledge of current and best practices in the assigned areas, including curriculum, instruction and assessment.
3. A broad background in education.
4. Ability to coach and lead professional development.
5. Ability to utilize, analyze and interpret data for decision making.
6. Communicates effectively, proactively, and respectfully with all stakeholders.
7. Ability to work collaboratively with other faculty to move the school forward.
8. Previous supervisory and/or administrative experience.
9. Ability to represent the school’s mission and core values
10. Integrity, accountability, sincerity, patience, flexibility and humility.
11. Exceptional writing, interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
12. Graduate degree in a related field.

Competitive salary plus benefits, commensurate with experience.

New England Jewish Academy is a forward-thinking and nurturing school. The work environment is collaborative with teacher input playing a significant role in all aspects of the school. The school provides solid training, mentorship and progressive professional development for our teachers and administration.

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