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MS Department Chair (SY24-25, Internal Applicants Only)
Veritas Prep
Springfield, massachusetts
Purpose
The Department Chair is a teacher leader reporting to and collaborating closely with school leadership. They are responsible for creating a culture of high academic expectations and ensuring teacher support and development around teaching and learning, e.g., lesson planning and data-informed practices. The Department Chair receives a stipend for additional work outside of their teaching role and hours.
What You’ll Do
- Report data trends to school leadership by conducting audits of gradebooks and curriculum.
- Plan and lead bi-weekly department meetings that support teachers with data analysis, curriculum development, and build content knowledge within the department.
- Serve as liaison between teachers and school leadership.
- Ensure curriculum is aligned with state standards and VPHS lesson planning guidelines.
- Promote a positive school culture and growth mindset amongst...