Academic Dean(Private High School-CPS)

Novel Prep
Irvine, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Job description:

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Academic Dean with a strong background in private high school academic leadership. The ideal candidate will have recent, hands-on experience in overseeing academic programs, faculty management, and curriculum development, and is highly proficient in building and managing systems such as Canvas.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Programs & Scheduling

  • Oversee and design the academic curriculum framework
  • Develop and manage the master schedule
  • Coordinate academic pathways including:
  • AP / Honors / ECP / Regular programs
Faculty Management

  • Supervise and support teaching staff
  • Conduct classroom observations and provide instructional feedback
  • Lead faculty evaluation and professional development initiatives
Instructional Quality & Policies

  • Monitor and ensure teaching quality and academic standards
  • Establish and maintain grading policies and academic guidelines
  • Ensure consistency and rigor across departments
Curriculum Development & Systems

  • Lead curriculum planning and course development
  • Work closely with systems such as:
  • Canvas (LMS setup and optimization)
  • Blackbaud and/or other SIS platforms
  • Collaborate on transcript policies and grading systems
Teaching Responsibilities

  • Teach a limited number of courses as needed
Qualifications

Required:

  • Prior experience as an Academic Dean (or similar leadership role) in a private high school setting
  • Experience must be recent and directly relevant (not outdated)
  • Strong experience with Canvas (LMS setup, structure, and management)
  • Deep understanding of U.S. high school academic systems (AP, Honors, etc.)
Preferred:

  • Familiarity with Blackbaud or other SIS systems
  • Experience in transcript policies and academic compliance
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Additional Information

  • Candidates may be asked to share:
  • The SIS platform currently used at their school (e.g., Blackbaud, PowerSchool, etc.)
  • Examples of Canvas setup or academic system implementation
Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance
Work Location: In person

Posted 2026-05-30

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