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 working with determination, integrity, and purpose. All responsibilities will be carried out in coordination with and under the supervision of the Head of School.
Responsibilities:
The Director of Teaching and Learning will:
o Coordinate and lead all academic improvement efforts
o Review, revise, and oversee the 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 the 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 the 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 the new student recruiting process, as needed
o Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have:
Knowledge of current and best practices in the assigned areas, including curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
Integrity, accountability, sincerity, patience, flexibility, and humility.
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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