Math and Science Department Head

Company: Fusion Academy
Location: Leesburg
Posted on: February 20, 2021

Job Description:

About the Organization Fusion Academy is a revolutionary alternative, accredited private school for grades 6-12 that offers a fully individualized classroom: one student, one teacher. As the nationwide leader in one to one schooling, Fusion Academy has campuses throughout the country.

Every student at Fusion is unique - some students are accelerated learners; some need flexible scheduling; and others have special learning needs due to attention challenges, learning differences, or social and emotional difficulties. No matter why students come to Fusion, our model is simple - through compassion and acceptance, Fusion students learn on their terms, on their schedule, and in their learning style.

Our model is a unique academic program offering services year-round on a rolling admissions basis. Our environment is highly personal and socially inclusive. Equal emphasis is placed on students' emotional well-being as it is on academic achievements. In addition to full time enrollment, students at Fusion Academy may take a class for credit or enroll in our tutoring/mentoring program.

The Fusion culture offers a special place to work, teach, and learn. Fusionites are a special brand of educators--they are creative, passionate, embrace change, and have fun! They communicate honestly and with compassion to both students and colleagues. People join the Fusion family for more than just a paycheck; they seek to work with peers who share these values. And because Fusion is growing rapidly, we offer considerable opportunity for career advancement throughout the country.

Location Loudoun Description **POSITION STARTS ON OR ABOUT MARCH 1, 2021

Position Summary:The Fusion Math and Science (STEM) departmend head will provide support and guidance for teachers, focusing on creative, standards-based, and differentiated instructional practices and overall high quality education. It is part of a Fusion Department Head's mission to strive for excellence in their academic subject areas, stay abreast of and bring visibility to best practices within the given field, and to uphold a culture of accountability and professionalism.Your Day to Day:

• Hold teachers accountable for excellence in teaching, accurate record keeping, and overall high-quality and professional daily practices.
  • Guide teachers in a process of professional reflection and goal setting.
  • Conduct routine observations and walkthroughs of all teachers in the department and provide constructive feedback responding to the professional growth goals of each teacher.
  • Conduct routine file checks to serve as accountability measures in meeting required documentation and deadlines.
  • Assist teachers in meeting target growth by providing resources and support.
  • Participate in the on-boarding and training of new teachers within the department
  • Develop resources and best practices in the content areas.
    • Hold monthly department meetings to collaborate and calibrate policies and practices within the department.
    • Provide teachers with ongoing support as a go-to for instructional ideas, parent communication, and assistance in the content areas.
    • Contribute to and benefit from the campus community as leader.
      • Assist in the planning of campus events, such as field trips or lunchtime activities.
      • Participate in the hiring of new teachers and the exit of those moving on by acting as transitional support. Conduct mock teaching interviews as needed to assess applicant fit.
      • Maintain positive and regular communication with leadership to align campus-wide efforts for continual improvement.
      • Set standards of professionalism, accountability, creativity, and fun through everyday role-modeling.
        • Practice Professionalism through engaging in ongoing professional development, particularly with respect to leadership development and maintaining a practice of professional reflection for growth. Position Requirements What you bring to the team:
          • Bachelor's degree is required.
          • Relevant academic experience, preferably at the middle school or high school level, is desired.
          • Self-directed, proactive, intelligent, knowledge of curriculum and assessment, multi-tasker, problem solving skills, professional written and verbal communication skills, ability to connect to students with patience and compassion.
          • Consistently positive attitude, strong teamwork, passionate, genuine, organized, internally motivated, service orientation, proactively strengthens family and peer relationships, open minded and open hearted.
          • Expertise in the relevant subject area.
          • Understand learning differences and emotional difficulties.
          • Ability to mentor as a positive role model.
          • Understand and support each student's Formal Education Plan (FEP).
          • Commitment to continuous improvement.
          • Project a positive image. Number of Openings 1 Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time and/or Part-Time Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt This position is currently accepting applications.

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