Dean of Academic Services at Valor… · Highlands…

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Dean of Academic Services

This position offices in-person, on campus

ROLE SUMMARY

The Dean of Academic Services at Valor Christian High School provides leadership and direct oversight of Academic Services, including 9th Grade Seminar, the Valor Tutoring Center, Accommodations, and Academic Management, ensuring high-quality academic support, instructional excellence, and successful student outcomes. This position leads curriculum development, instructional planning, assessment alignment, and continuous program improvement for 9th Grade Seminar and Academic Management while coaching and developing team members across the department. The Dean collaborates with the Academic Leadership Team, Student Affairs Team, Department Chairs, Academic and College Counseling Team, Admissions Team, and families to strengthen student support, oversee academic interventions, and advance school-wide academic goals through programs aligned with Valor Christian’s mission.

Valor Christian High School is a decidedly Christian, college preparatory school whose core values honor a biblical foundation. Valor employees are faith-filled, joyful believers who are active in a local, Christian church whose beliefs are in alignment with the school’s Statement of Beliefs. They are both called and committed to the school’s vision and mission and seamlessly integrate faith into their daily work. You will be most successful if you have a true servant’s heart, a teachable spirit, a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, and a commitment to the school’s beliefs and values.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Possess and Model a Growing Relationship with Christ

• Pursue full devotion to Christ and live a life that reflects that authenticity
• Model the fruits of the spirit in communications, relationships and daily work
• Demonstrate teachability and a willing heart for service
• Embody others-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions

Demonstrate Trustworthy Commitment to Valor’s Christian Community

• Accept and uphold Valor’s values and beliefs as found in the Statement of Beliefs, Christian Community Policy, and Valor Culture Document
• Accept and abide by all affirmations in Valor’s Annual Statement of Commitment
• Be relationally involved in the life/lives of our students with a heart of service and mission
• Seamlessly and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into daily work

Academic Services Oversight

• Responsible for the direct management of all Academic Services including: 9th Grade Seminar, the Valor Tutoring Center, Accommodations, and Academic Management, as well as the supervisory oversight of team members within these areas

• Lead the 9th Grade Seminar and Academic Management departments by managing programs, courses, and content, coaching faculty, fostering collaboration, and ensuring high-quality instruction aligned with department goals and school-wide expectations

• Provide strategic leadership for curriculum development by designing, implementing, and continuously improving student outcomes, Biblical worldview integration, course offerings, scope and sequence, curriculum guides, vertically aligned assessments, lesson plans, and instructional resources for both the year-long and summer Freshman Seminar programs while ensuring consistent alignment among these elements

• Observe, evaluate, and coach team members through regular observations and actionable feedback including performance reviews and goal-setting that promotes excellence and professional growth

• Lead onboarding, mentoring, and ongoing support of team members to ensure successful integration into Valor's culture, mission, and instructional expectations

• Oversee summer academic support programming, including staffing, student identification and placement, and enrollment in remediation, intensive, Freshman Seminar, Tutoring, and Academic Management courses.

• Provide leadership and oversight of the ACT Test Prep programs and tutoring, and collaborate with the Academic Leadership Team regarding testing data and curriculum needs

• Serve as the communication liaison between the Academic Services team and administration

• Meet regularly with the Academic Leadership Team, Student Affairs Team, Department Chairs, Academic and College Counseling Team and other departments, ensuring communication and collaboration to strengthen student support and outcomes

• Serve as a conduit of interdisciplinary collaboration and programming; conduct academic care and concern meetings with families in conjunction with other Valor team members

• Assist the Admissions team with evaluating and documenting all incoming students on accommodations, 504s, and/or IEP plans, and serve on the Admissions Committee

Department Strategic and Financial Planning

• Collaborate with the Director of Academic Development to develop, implement, and evaluate the annual Academic Services Operating Plan, establishing departmental priorities that advance student success and align with the school's overall Strategic Plan
• Analyze student achievement, enrollment, and program performance data to identify trends, evaluate program effectiveness, and implement strategic improvements to academic services, curriculum, and instructional practices
• Direct the financial planning and operational management of the Academic Services program, including annual budgeting, enrollment forecasting, revenue generation, expense management, staffing allocations, and resource planning to ensure the department consistently operates within budget while meeting student needs and strategic priorities

Serve Wholeheartedly as an Exceptional Teammate

• Uphold and embody Valor’s culture as set forth in the Valor Culture Document
• Model servant leadership, grace and love in all relationships and interactions
• Develop relationships with colleagues with goals of teamwork, relational unity and spiritual growth
• Provide team support regarding all matters, processes and initiatives
• Demonstrate loyalty to teammates in action and word
• Assist Team members to facilitate school-wide wins

Demonstrate a Commitment to Fulfilling Valor’s Vision and Mission

• Assume collaborative responsibility for Operating Plan Goals and Fiscal stewardship
• Be a ‘culture- keeper’

Demonstrate a Commitment to Growth

• Participate in Valor Team meetings, Chapel, and weekly meetings with Team/Supervisor
• Demonstrate teachability and receptivity to feedback
• Pursue professional, personal, and spiritual growth and development
• Participate in the broader ministry of Valor by contributing time, talent, and treasure beyond assigned role responsibilities

RELATIONSHIPS

• Director of STEM & Academic Development
• Academic Services Team
• Academic Leadership Team
• Student Affairs Team
• Admissions Team
• Academic and College Counseling Team
• Parents and Students
• Other Valor departments and team members as necessary

RESULTS

Due to the outstanding work of the Dean of Academic Services, students will have been equipped to achieve greater academic success because of the exceptional oversight and execution of 9th Grade Seminar, the Valor Tutoring Center, Accommodations, and Academic Management. Through collaborative partnerships, a school unified approach, high-quality instruction, and comprehensive academic support, student outcomes will have been significantly strengthened and improved.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required
• Relevant advanced degree preferred
• Experience in educational or organizational leadership
• Management and supervisory experience, preferably within an educational setting
• Experience in student learning, support services, and learning disabilities
• High School teaching experience preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong customer service skills
• Competent in navigating challenging conversations
• Solid biblical and theological foundation and understanding
• Ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanor with a positive disposition while working in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite software programs

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The same basic physical demands described here are the same for all employees to successfully perform the essential functions of their jobs. Employees must periodically lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and could occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral/depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are varied and include classroom, office, and outdoor events while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is also varied.

POSITION TYPE: C: Year-round schedule. 12-Month Calendar. This position offices in-person, on campus

HOURS PER WEEK: Full-time, Exempt

SUPERVISOR: Director of STEM & Academic Development

BENEFITS:

• Paid holidays, sick leave, vacation leave, and personal time
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 403(B) Retirement Plan with immediate vesting and employer contribution matching
• Professional development opportunities
• Three on-campus dining options for daily lunch

PAY RANGE: $70,000-$85,000

START DATE: August 25, 2026