Position SummaryThe Director of Academics is a member of the leadership team and provides administrative and strategic oversight in developing, achieving, and maintaining the best educational programs and services for all students; responsible for the implementation and completion of short and long-term educational plans; responsible to lead the growth and development of educational services throughout the school; maintains close day-to-day supervision/interaction with level directors and assigned administrators; combines strategic thinking and strong execution skills across all education content areas and works within the policies, regulations and objectives outlined by the Head of School; will ensure that effective education management practices are in place and used across all grade levels.Primary ResponsibilitiesInstructional and Program Oversight•Oversee and assure the development, implementation and evaluation of comprehensive integrated curriculum across all grade levels (Toddler through Grade 6)oImplement and oversee formal assessments of student progress and performanceoAnalyze data collected from assessments to monitor student growth and to assist in review of curriculumoProvide structure for periodic measurement and evaluation of the curriculum across all subject areas•Monitor and effectively interpret the latest research, trends and development in all areas of education•Apply research and best practices to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality instruction aligned with standards•Cultivate consistency among staff in enforcing the school-wide objectives and policies•Ensure that the necessary time, resources, materials, and technology to support educational goals are available•Develop, oversee and assess curriculum and program-based events•Provide regular communication with parents regarding curriculum and events, as well as manage and respond to parent concerns •In consultation with Preschool and Elementary Directors, monitor student progress and proactively engage teachers and parents when concerns arise•Lead next school placement Staff Support and Supervision•Oversee and support Preschool and Elementary Directors, as well as After School Coordinator •With Head of School, assist Preschool and Elementary Directors and After School Coordinator with setting and meeting annual goals•Oversee professional growth, development, evaluation and retention of teaching faculty with support from Preschool and Elementary Directors•Solicit professional development needs from Preschool and Elementary Directors and faculty•In collaboration with Preschool and Elementary Directors, plan and provide professional development which addresses the identified staff needs, supports program’s goals, and focuses on student achievement•With Preschool and Elementary Directors, develop awareness of faculty practices, classroom culture and effectiveness by conducting informal and formal classroom observations and implement educator evaluation process•Encourage and support the development and implementation of innovative instructional programs to achieve identified need•Oversee and Coordinate Faculty Recruitment:oCollaborate with Preschool and Elementary Directors to prepare, review, and revise job descriptions and post open positionsoWith Preschool and Elementary Director gather and share candidate assessments and recommendations with Head of SchooloCommunicate new hires with school communityoOversee onboarding of new facultyAcademic Liaison and Community Relations•Collaborate with leadership team to advance and support admissions and development efforts•Work with Director of Finance and Head of School to ensure alignment between annual budget and academic programs•Support the After School Coordinator to achieve programmatic and financial objectives•Actively support the mission, vision and promotion of Park Street School to the internal and external community•Communicate curriculum, instructional practices, and new initiatives to parents and the community•Other duties and responsibilities as defined by the Head of School