High School Academic Dean for Math & Science
Philadelphia Performing Arts: A String Theory Charter School seeks a full-time Academic
Dean to oversee approximately 10 High School Math and Science teachers and be a part of
the administrative leadership team at Vine Street. This is a 12 month position that will start
July 1st, 2026.
This position is to support the High School Assistant Principal in the supervision and
evaluation of staff and will oversee the best interests of students in a safe learning
environment that meets the approved curricula and mission of the school pursuant to the
licensing and support agreement with String Theory Schools.
Achieving academic and artistic excellence requires that the school leader work
collaboratively to direct and nurture all faculty hired by the High School Chief Academic
Officer/ Head of School. Inherent in the position are the responsibilities for curriculum
and program development, professional development and talent management.
Qualifications:
- Advanced Degree in Education or Related Field
- PA Certification - Principal PK-12 or in the process of obtaining
- Exemplary teaching evaluation scores
- Level II Instructional Certification (in general or specific secondary science and/ or
secondary math)
Key Competencies:
- Able to motivate, lead, guide, and direct people holding them accountable in a
strategic and supportive way
- Takes accountability for their role in supporting teacher growth and development
- Committed to implementing the Mission, Vision, Philosophy, and Design Elements of
String Theory Schools
- Implements the use of an evaluation process that establishes clear performance
standards and provides for staff development and follows through to resolve
performance issues
- Supervise and evaluate school programs in the spirit of continuous improvement
using knowledge of educational practices, research, and national/state/local
initiatives
- Frame issues for discussion, reach timely decisions, and works collaboratively to
implement change
- Lead the effort to define and deliver an effective, consistent curriculum aligned to
Meaningful Learning, including Standards-aligned curriculum and standards-based
grading systems
- Communicate a vision for Technology Infusion and hold the high school faculty
accountable to using technology as a vehicle to drive meaningful learning, routinely
