Dean of Curriculum and Instruction

Position: Dean of Curriculum and Instruction

Ashley River Classical Academy (ARCA) is hiring its founding faculty to teach its students when it opens in Charleston, SC in August 2025. A is a tuition-free, public, classical charter school. It is part of the Barney Charter School Initiative of Hillsdale College, a network of classical charter schools united by curriculum and purpose. ARCA will initially open K-5 and grow to K-12 by adding one grade level each year.

Each faculty member is a professional who is esteemed and supported by a faculty of colleagues striving for excellence. The faculty is entrusted with practical implementation of the mission of ARCA: Our mission is to train our student's minds and hearts through a classical, content-rich curriculum that puts an emphasis on virtuous living, traditional learning, and civic responsibility.

The Dean of Curriculum and Instruction is a member of the school leadership team who works closely with the Head of School to coach and mentor teachers, maintain consistency in outstanding instruction across classrooms, and ensure the academic success of all students.

Primary duties and responsibilities include:

• Organizing and ordering curriculum materials as needed
• Working closely with teachers, parents, and students to ensure student academic success
• Providing guidance and coaching to teachers on aspects of curriculum and instruction
• Assisting in the recruitment and selection of faculty members
• Developing class schedules to ensure adequate instructional and remedial minutes
• Managing state and local testing requirements
• Planning and delivering high-quality professional development opportunities for faculty
• Consistently demonstrating the school’s Virtues: Prudence, Justice, Temperance, Courage, Responsibility, Compassion, and Perseverance
• Assisting the Head of School with other responsibilities as needed

Qualities and characteristics of a successful Dean of Curriculum and Instruction:

• Bachelors or above in any subject area; Masters or PhD preferred
• Familiarity with best practices in pedagogy, literacy, mathematics, and content-area instruction
• Significant teaching experience; experience with classical education is preferred
• Leadership: The ability to inspire others through both word and example
• High moral character
• Thoughtfulness and a love of learning

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and expertise
• Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, and retirement