25-26 Dean of Academics
Libertas Academy Mission
Through rigorous academics, character development, and strong supports for every learner, Libertas Academy Charter School prepares all sixth through twelfth grade students to succeed within the college of their choice and to be positive, engaged members of their communities.
Organizational Overview
Libertas Academy Charter School is a high expectations, high achieving school that replicates the successful models of other high performing charter schools in Massachusetts and across the country. Within an achievement-oriented culture in which expectations are clear and routines are consistent, and in which the joy of learning, the power of intellectual curiosity, and the development of life-building values are at the center of our seamless 6-12 school, all learners build the skills, knowledge, and character required for college and professional success and a life of positive community engagement. Imagine teaching at a school where everyone in the building is on the same page, holding students to a relentlessly high bar of academic and behavioral expectations. We are looking for teachers who know that holding high expectations and relentlessly pushing students to reach them is a profound form of love. We are looking for teachers who aren’t afraid to do whatever it takes—teachers who know the finish line is college graduation and are in it for the long haul. Join our team and help build the future.
Qualities Sought
All staff members at Libertas Academy Charter School have a strong commitment to, belief in, and alignment with the mission and vision of our school. Therefore, we seek individuals who believe in our mission and vision; will maintain high expectations for our students both academically and behaviorally; will model our school values of:
Inclusive Community, Excellence in all Efforts, Our People Matter, Sprinkle Joy, Pursue Your Best Self, Leave a Legacy
We seek individuals who will do whatever it takes to ensure that the mission of Libertas Academy is fulfilled.
Job Overview:
Libertas Academy’s Dean of Academics is a key member of the academy leadership team, reporting directly to the academy Principal. This emerging leader is a developing instructional leader who supports the school’s academic vision while building the knowledge and skills necessary to become a future Dean of Academics. This fellowship-style position is designed for educators with strong classroom experience and a passion for coaching, curriculum development, and data-driven instruction who are ready to take the next step into school leadership.
Classroom Instruction & Coaching
- Plan and lead effective classroom instruction
- Model effective teaching practices and help design exemplar lessons or instructional resources.
- Conduct classroom walkthroughs and assist with observation feedback cycles alongside the Dean of Academics and/or Vice Principal.
- Support teachers in implementing rigorous, standards-aligned instruction and effective classroom management.
- Help analyze assessment data to identify trends, instructional gaps, and opportunities for targeted support.
- Co-plan and occasionally facilitate professional development sessions for teachers and fellows.
- Participate in student data analysis meetings; help teachers use data to adjust instruction and intervention plans.
- Track and report on academic performance trends across content areas.
- Support the creation of data tools or trackers that drive instructional decisions.
Curriculum & Assessment
- Support curriculum alignment, pacing, and lesson planning across grade levels or content areas.
- Assist in coordinating benchmark and interim assessments; organize logistics, data collection, and analysis.
- Help review lesson plans and provide constructive feedback to ensure rigor and alignment with school standards.
- Collaboration with content leads to identify instructional materials and strategies that support diverse learners.
Leadership
- Serve as an active member of the school leadership team; participating in all leadership team meetings to learn systems for evaluation, coaching, and instructional planning.
- Work with teachers, and support staff to provide mentoring, classroom support, and professional guidance.
- Support in the the tracking of teacher data
- Supports with ongoing teacher evaluations and observations
- Contribute to building a culture of adult learning through collaboration, peer feedback, and shared reflection.
- Promote a culture of academic excellence, high expectations, and joy in learning.
- Collaborate with the Deans of Culture and Student Support teams to ensure alignment between academics and school culture.
- Build relationships with students, families, and staff that foster trust, communication, and collective accountability.
- Participate actively in school events, community engagement, and family communication.
- Collaborates with academic and student services departments in order to contribute to the efforts in educating, an educational climate supportive of the LACS mission and values.
- Fosters an environment that encourages sensible conduct choices, and personal and educational choices that align with the school values
- Indirectly leads across departments to push and delegate others to support the vision of academic initiatives
- Model Libertas Academy’s professional and values at all times; be a visible and highly engaged leader in the school community.
- Do whatever it takes to ensure that the mission of the school is fulfilled
Desired Skills, Qualification and Characteristics:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s in Education, Leadership, or Curriculum & Instruction preferred.
- Must have avalid Massachusetts Teacher or Administrator License take and pass Communications & Literacy, and Content MTEL’s (Massachusetts Test of Educator Licensure) within 1 year of employment with LACS for licensure eligibility
- Must obtain Sheltered English
- 3-5 years of full-time years of successful teaching experience with demonstrated student achievement results.
- Track record of progressively increasing responsibilities demonstrating integrative leadership for academics, or management level administration
- Demonstrated leadership potential and interest in instructional coaching or school leadership.
- Strong data analysis skills and comfort using data to inform instruction.
- Demonstrated passion for and commitment to the Libertas Academy mission
- Experience managing cross-functional teams to develop and implement systems and processes to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of a growing organization
- Willingness to lead up and work autonomously, collaboratively, and/or under the direction of senior staff, as needed
- Acute attention to detail coupled with the ability to think and act strategically
- Flexible and able to multitask; can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions
- Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems
- Personal qualities of maturity, humility, strong work ethic, sense of humor, and a “roll-up-my-sleeves” attitude
- Growth mindset, eagerness to learn, and openness to feedback.
- Charter school experience preferred, but not required.
Salary & Benefits
Salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. Libertas Academy Charter School offers a competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits.
Libertas will only consider candidates who are currently located in the United States, and/or have the right to work in the US.
Apply Now
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to [email protected]
Commitment to Diversity
As an equal opportunity employer, Libertas Academy Charter School hires without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Education:
Experience:
- teaching : 3 years (Required)
Location:
- Springfield, MA 01104 (Required)
Work Location: In person
