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2026-2027 Academic Dean

Young World Physical Education, Houston, TX, United States


Texans Can! Academies, Houston Southwest, 10914 S. Gessner Road, Houston, TX 77071

2026-2027 Academic Dean
Texans Can! Academies - Houston Southwest

Job Details
Job ID:

5665529

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Apr 23, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

To Be Determined

Job Description
Primary Purpose:
In collaboration with the campus principal, the Academic Dean serves as a key instructional leader on the campus leadership team, responsible for driving student achievement through strong systems in data, assessment, and academic planning. In addition to supporting enrollment, counseling systems, scheduling, testing, and accountability, the Academic Dean works to ensure instructional alignment, monitor student progress, and support teachers and counselors in delivering high-quality, student-centered learning experiences.

Qualifications
Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas Principal or Administrator Certification required

Minimum of 3–5 years of successful teaching experience

Experience in instructional leadership, coaching, or data-driven instruction

Strong record of improving student academic outcomes

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Deep understanding of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices

Strong data analysis and instructional planning skills

Ability to coach and support teachers in improving instructional practices

Excellent organizational and systems management skills

Strong communication and collaboration abilities

Commitment to high expectations and student success for all learners

Experience working directly with Special Populations, a plus

Experience:

Minimum of two (2) years of classroom experience

Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Leadership:

Support the Principal in driving campus-wide academic goals and student achievement outcomes

Lead the use of data to inform instruction, intervention, and enrichment

Collaborate with teachers and instructional leaders to analyze student work, assessments, and performance trends

Support the implementation of rigorous, standards-aligned instruction across content areas

Monitor student progress and ensure timely interventions for students in need

Master Scheduling & Academic Planning:

Lead and support the development of the master schedule to maximize instructional time and student success

Ensure student placement aligns with academic needs, interventions, and program requirements

Oversee student rosters to ensure equitable access to rigorous coursework and support services

Collaborate with Special Populations and Counseling to ensure compliance and appropriate student services

Data & Academic Performance:

Analyze student performance data to drive instructional decisions

Lead data meetings and support teachers in using data to inform instruction

Monitor progress toward campus academic goals, including graduation and college readiness metrics

Oversee intervention systems for struggling students

Ensure implementation of academic support programs and credit recovery systems

Counseling & Student Support Systems:

Partner with school counselors to align academic planning with student needs and graduation pathways

Support systems that prioritize guidance, counseling, and student academic success

Assist in monitoring student progress toward graduation and college/career readiness indicators

Enrollment & Student Systems:

Support enrollment processes to ensure accurate placement and strong student onboarding

Monitor enrollment trends and their impact on class size, staffing, and instruction

Campus Leadership & Systems:

Serve as an active member of the campus leadership team in all aspects of school operations and management

Lead and manage key academic systems, processes, and routines

Support campus-wide initiatives that drive instructional improvement

Troubleshoot and respond to issues related to data, scheduling, and student performance

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Share supervisory responsibility for professional staff with school principal. Supervise and evaluate instructional staff as assigned.

Working Conditions
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Occasional district-wide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours; ability to access entire campus multiple times daily. Requires long hours of standing and walking. Work week may also include weekends.

Additional Notes:

This position requires strong instructional leadership and the ability to drive measurable improvements in student achievement. The Dean of Academics plays a key role in ensuring all students have access to high-quality instruction and are prepared for postsecondary success.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Texans Can Academies

is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Type
Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary
Salary:

$70,951 to $86,001 Per Year

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Human Resources

325 W. 12th St.

Dallas, Texas 75208

Phone: 214-944-1985

Email: hr@texanscan.org

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