Dean of Curriculum & Instruction

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About Us:  Innovative Network of Knowledge is a dynamic and rapidly growing virtual company in an emerging space of innovation in education. Our passion is to change education forever for the K-12 students (online) we serve. We are changing the way children learn and apply knowledge in the real world. Through our Project Based approach, supported by personal Educational Concierges, we strengthen the whole child through their educational experience. Through synchronous and asynchronous opportunities, co-teaching, and workshop labs, our students are immersed and challenged in a way not experienced in today’s educational landscape. In addition, staff and students will take part in weekly programs that promote character and citizenship opportunities to grow not only as a school but also as a community at large. We guarantee that you and your child become part of our family and will be engaged, excited, and prepared for college, career, and life.

Core Focus:  Innovative Network of Knowledge seeks to change education forever through innovation and technology. We offer a well of knowledge, a spring of possibilities and a place where your family becomes part of ours.

Key Benefits: 

● Educational Concierge: Every family has access to a dedicated Educational Concierge to assist with enrollment, course planning and ongoing academic guidance, ensuring each student finds their unique path to success. ● Goal-Oriented Tracking: We help students set meaningful milestones and track their progress, encouraging achievement and celebrating every accomplishment along the way.  ● Community-Focused Learning: Our programs are structured to foster collaboration and connection, building confidence and social skills even within a virtual setting. 

Technology: 

Innovative Network of Knowledge will provide this role with a company provided laptop, but the employee will secure and cover the cost for the operation of this technology in the virtual landscape of his/her home office. (internet, telephone, home office setup, etc.).

Position Overview: The Dean of Curriculum & Instruction is a key instructional leader responsible for driving academic excellence across our online public and private school programs. This role supports, develops, and holds teachers accountable to high standards of instruction while ensuring alignment with state standards, organizational goals, and best practices in virtual learning. The ideal candidate is experienced in instructional coaching, evaluation systems such as T-TESS, and innovative instructional models including Project-Based Learning (PBL).

Instructional Leadership & Coaching ● Lead and support Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to improve instructional practices and student outcomes ● Provide ongoing coaching and feedback to teachers through regular observation cycles ● Model effective virtual teaching strategies and instructional best practices ● Support new teacher onboarding and mentoring

Teacher Evaluation & Accountability

● Conduct formal and informal observations using T-TESS or equivalent evaluation systems ● Provide timely, actionable feedback and track teacher growth and performance ● Hold teachers accountable for instructional quality, student engagement, and professional responsibilities

Curriculum & Instructional Design ● Support teachers in curriculum writing, pacing guides, and lesson planning aligned to state standards ● Ensure vertical and horizontal alignment across grade levels and content areas ● Collaborate with staff to continuously refine and improve instructional materials

Project-Based Learning (PBL) Implementation ● Support and guide the implementation of a Project-Based Learning instructional model ● Provide resources, training, and coaching to ensure high-quality PBL experiences ● Monitor fidelity of PBL implementation across classrooms

Classroom Monitoring & Data-Driven Instruction ●    Monitor virtual classrooms to ensure rigor, engagement, and compliance ●    Analyze student performance data to inform instructional decisions and interventions ●    Partner with teachers to develop strategies for improving student achievement 

Qualifications:

Required: ● Master’s degree in Education or related field (required) ● Valid teaching certification (administrative certification preferred) ● Minimum of 3–5 years of successful teaching experience; leadership experience preferred ● Experience with T-TESS or similar teacher evaluation systems ● Strong knowledge of online/virtual instruction best practices ● Experience with Project-Based Learning (PBL) models ● Proven ability to coach, develop, and lead adult learners

Skills and Abilities:

● Strong instructional leadership and coaching skills ● Excellent communication and organizational abilities ● Ability to analyze and act on data ● High level of accountability and follow-through ● Collaborative mindset with the ability to lead and influence

Work Conditions: ● Full-time, 12-month administrative role. ● Work is performed from a remote office environment. ● May involve extended hours during peak times (e.g., state reporting deadlines, audits) ● Some travel required. TBD with Chief of Schools

Notice: Employment with Innovative Network of Knowledge will be on an at-will basis. As such, this position description is not a contract or guarantee of employment for a definite amount of time.

If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you!

EEO Statement

In accordance with Title VII  of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.