Sacred Heart Greenwich has been empowering girls and young women since 1848 in a stimulating and developmentally appropriate educational environment in accordance with the Goals and Criteria of a Sacred Heart education. This mission provides opportunities to develop spiritual, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. We aim to form students of faith, intellect, and awareness who will use their gifts in service to others. Relationships and mentoring are at the heart of the student experience, which is grounded in inquiry, problem-solving, interdisciplinary connection, collaboration, and an understanding of social justice. 

The school offers a coed program for young children at the Barat Center for Early Childhood Education and an all-girls experience from K-12 on our 110-acre campus in Greenwich, Connecticut. We are a proud member of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools. 

We are currently seeking an Upper School Dean of Instruction for the 2025-2026 school year. 

Position: Upper School Dean of Instruction and Professional Development 
Reports to: Head of Upper School 
FLSA Status: Exempt 

Job Summary

The Upper School Dean of Instruction serves as a member of the Upper School Leadership Team. In partnership with the Head of Upper School and Associate Head of School for Teaching and Learning, the US Dean of Instruction and Professional Development serves as an instructional leader, innovator and support for teaching faculty. The US Dean of Instruction and Professional Development works to cultivate teacher capacity as related to Sacred Heart Greenwich teaching competencies through frequent cycles of classroom observations, feedback, co-planning and effective professional development. The US Dean of Instruction and Professional Development has a comprehensive understanding of teaching and learning and a willingness to explore and embrace new pedagogical practices. The US Dean of Instruction and Professional Development embraces the Goals and Criteria as the foundation of what we teach, how we teach it and how we interact with community members. The US Dean of Instruction and Professional Development embodies a growth mindset, nurtures this mindset in others and has a deep commitment to Sacred Heart Greenwich's efforts to educate to a deep respect for intellectual values (Goal II) and build community as a Christian Value (Goal IV). 

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the Upper School Leadership Team (USLT) 
• Teach 1-2 sections in the Dean’s discipline/area of expertise and maintain a lab classroom for others to observe 
• Serve as department chair (if needed)
• Work closely with teachers to support their instructional development through co-planning, frequent cycles of classroom observations and feedback, and targeted support aimed at identifying areas for growth to enhance student learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with the Head of Upper School, Associate Head of School for Teaching & Learning, and Department Chairs to design and implement professional development opportunities that align with the Sacred Heart Greenwich teaching competencies. These opportunities may include workshops, training sessions, peer coaching, and classroom observations. 
• Collaborate with Head of Upper School, Associate Head of School for Teaching & Learning, Department Chairs, and Middle School Instructional Coach to engage in curricular review and to review and revise academic policies (ex: grading policy, blended classes) 
• Develop and lead new teacher institute in collaboration with Division Heads and Associate Head of School for Teaching & Learning 
• Collaborate with the USLT to review gradebooks, provide feedback and follow up with teachers when necessary 
• Collaborate with USLT to provide feedback on teacher comments 

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Upholds SHG values as defined by the Goals and Criteria 
• Strong record of exemplary teaching performance and experience with instructional coaching that impacts teaching and learning 
• Experience leading teacher teams to implement instructional change that leads to improved student outcomes 
• Strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills and the ability to set clear expectations for teaching competencies as defined by SHG educators 
• At least five years of classroom teaching experience 
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous professional growth 
• Bachelor’s degree is required, master’s degree is preferred 
   

To Apply:   Interested candidates must complete the on-line application on our website: https://www.shgreenwich.org/about-us/employment

About Sacred Heart Greenwich

Sacred Heart Greenwich provides an empowering learning environment for girls and young women from kindergarten through twelfth grade to prepare them to become confident, intelligent and compassionate global leaders. The school offers a coed program for young children at the Barat Center for Early Childhood Education. Located on a beautiful 110-acre campus at 1177 King Street, in Greenwich, Connecticut, Sacred Heart is an all-girls’ Catholic, independent college-preparatory day school that offers a rigorous academic program which challenges students to take on a variety of leadership roles on campus and beyond. Sacred Heart offers a global educational experience that encourages girls and young women to develop, practice and showcase their own style of leadership with confidence. The school’s focus on inter-nationality includes an exchange program, which begins in the Middle School with visits to Sacred Heart schools located in the United States and Canada. It expands in sophomore year of high school with educational trips to our schools in Australia, Austria, England, France, Ireland, Italy, Latin America, Spain, and Taiwan.

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