Dean (Assistant Principal) of College Prep Pool (24-25)

Mission Statement:

Uplift's mission is to create and sustain public schools of excellence that empower each student to reach their highest potential in college and the global marketplace and that inspire in students a life-long love of learning, achievement, and service in order to positively change their world.

Equity Vision Statement:

Uplift Education proactively engages scholars, families, and staff members to thrive as their authentic selves and partner in the journey required to identify, address, and correct existing and potential inequities.

Primary Purpose:

The Dean of College Prep serves as an integral member of the high school leadership team to craft, refine, and execute the vision, mission, and goals of the school. This role will oversee the Road to College and Career (RTCC) and academic advisory program at the campus level. As a member of the campus leadership team, the Dean of College Prep will work with the CMO RTCC team in planning and implementing the Uplift Education RTCC Program. The Dean of College Prep is instrumental in supporting students in their preparation for college, their college matriculation process and their journey through college which will culminate with their college graduation.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage, coach and develop the College Counselor(s), Academic Counselor(s), and Registrar. Coach and develop a portfolio of teachers/staff members on the campus, as applicable.
• Plan, implement and evaluate campus level college matriculation and alumni support programs that will fulfill Uplift’s mission to increase college exposure, create and maintain comprehensive college matriculation, and support alumni through college;
• Directly manage campus level RTCC team and campus registrar who are responsible for leading advising, counseling and tracking progress of the current high school students and ensuring college enrollment for alumni.
• Review high school transcripts and ensure students meet credit requirements for graduation
• Oversee the testing plan and implementation of standardized tests and test prep
• for the ACT and the TSIA on the campus level.
• Help Uplift students gain admission to his/her best fit college.
• Ensure the affordability of Uplift's students' college options.
• Increase college persistence and graduation rates for Uplift students.
• Collaborate with campus faculty and staff, CMO RTCC team, and other campus’s RTCC teams throughout the year;
• Research, establish and maintain long-term relationships within the college admissions area, including, but not limited to, college admissions counselors, directors, and diversity outreach centers;
• Works closely with the RTCC team on the campus and at CMO to coordinate and facilitate various informational college-centered workshops for parents, students, and staff;
• Responsible for data management, such as, but not limited to, maintaining college admissions, financial aid, academic, standardized test data on the campus level using PowerSchool, Naviance and excel and reporting it to campus leaders and CMO when requested;
• Identify, research, and acquire programs, products, and resources necessary to improve efficiency and productivity of the RTCC program on the campus level;
• Maintain and encourage a positive attitude towards the RTCC program;
• Additional projects and areas as determined by the Managing Director of Road to College and Career and/or the Academic Director.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position supervises the Campus College Counselor(s), Campus Academic Counselor(s) and Registrar. Additionally, this position may supervise a portfolio of teachers/staff members on the campus, as applicable.

Qualifications:

Education, Experience, And/or Certification(s)

• Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree (B. A./ B.S.) from four-year college or university required. Master’s Degree is desirable but not required.
• Experience Requirements: Educational experience at the 9th – 12th grade level is required. Previous experience in an Academic Counselor role at the Secondary or College level and experience leading adults, is preferred.
• Special Skills/Certifications: Not required.
  
  
  

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication
• Bilingual Skills: Not required.
• Technology: Competent in Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn and use computer software as necessary. Ability to use basic office equipment.
• Competencies
• Strong analytical, communication and writing skills
• Ability to work well with students and their families and colleagues
• Ability to travel via auto and air to support college students
  
  
  

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Physical Demands: NA

Work Environment: The noise level is moderate and may have frequent interruptions. There may be activity from other employees and students of a distracting nature.

Application Procedure:

Apply online

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Starting Salary $77,500