Dallas Community High School - Assistant Director

THIS POSITION IS FOR THE 2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR

MISSION STATEMENT:
Through our E3 model at Dallas Community School, we ENGAGE students by fostering curiosity, EMPOWERING them through meaningful, real-world learning experiences, and EQUIP them with the skills needed to make a positive impact in their communities.

ABOUT US:
Dallas Community High School (DCHS) is an in-person public charter high school centered on project-based learning. Our student body remains intentionally small, allowing us to more meaningfully engage each student. Through real-world, hands-on projects, students take ownership of their learning while building skills that prepare them for life beyond high school. Our work is grounded in our E3 model, Engage, Empower, and Equip.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The High School Assistant Director leads day-to-day operations, instructional support, and program development for Dallas Community High School’s project-based learning (PBL) model. This role helps engage students through real-world projects and exhibitions, empower staff through coaching and collaborative leadership, and equip students with the academic, social-emotional, and career-readiness skills they need to thrive.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: The key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Organizational Leadership:

• Engage: Collaborate with the leadership team, Executive Director, families, and staff to shape the vision of a student-centered, PBL high school.
• Empower: Facilitate inclusive planning, staff voice, and shared decision-making.
• Equip: Manage school operations including scheduling, safety, compliance, facilities, and student records.

Project-Based Learning & Exhibition Oversight:

• Engage: Guide interdisciplinary, authentic learning experiences that connect students with real-world issues and community partners.
• Empower: Support teachers in designing, implementing, and assessing high-quality projects and exhibitions.
• Equip: Ensure students receive consistent coaching, feedback, and guidance on project timelines, deliverables, and public presentations.

Student Empowerment & Academic Progress:

• Engage: Foster relationships with students that promote agency, voice, and personalized learning.
• Empower: Coordinate advisory, internships, and community-based learning opportunities.
• Equip: Monitor graduation requirements, credit tracking, and transcripts to ensure student success.

Staff Development & Culture:

• Engage: Cultivate a collaborative staff culture through open communication and team-building.
• Empower: Lead professional development around PBL, assessment, and student engagement strategies.
• Equip: Provide instructional coaching and feedback aligned with student-centered practices.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Maintains a valid TSPC license appropriate for the position.
• Minimum of two years of experience in a leadership role within an educational setting, or 5 years in a related field.
• Deep understanding of project-based learning, student exhibitions, and performance-based assessment.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and support instructional staff in a flexible learning environment.
• Experience supporting diverse learners in a secondary school setting.
• Familiarity with graduation requirements, transcripts, and credit systems.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices.

BENEFITS:

• Benefits include employer-paid health and dental insurance for the employee, or a paid opt-out option.
• Enrollment into the PERS program (Public Employees Retirement System)
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Supportive work environment and the opportunity to make a positive impact on students' lives.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,500.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $68,500 - $75,000