ROLE TITLE: Dean (Pre-Service Seasonal Staff)
TEAM: Pre-Service
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 16, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET
LOCATION: Flexible
WHAT YOU'LL DO
The Dean is responsible for the leadership, onboarding, coaching, and support of Coordinators across Pre-Service. Deans ensure that Coordinators are deeply prepared to support their facilitators, equipped with the skills to analyze trends, respond to corps member needs, and uphold the expectations of their functional domain (Teacher Leadership, Content, etc).
Deans supervise Coordinators, build their capacity to manage facilitator teams effectively, and serve as the connective tissue across Directors, the Pre-Service Cabinet, and Hubs. They ensure Coordinators execute with clarity, confidence, and alignment — ultimately strengthening corps member learning and experience.
WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR
Spring Training
Lead and Coach Coordinators
Facilitate synchronous virtual learning experiences for Coordinators focused on:
role clarity
facilitator coaching skills
adult learning
Pre-Service expectations and systems
Provide weekly coaching with each Coordinator to:
diagnose strengths and growth areas
support problem-solving
prepare them to lead facilitator teams
reinforce identity-affirming leadership practices
Partner with Directors (T&L, Content, etc.) to align on Coordinator support plans, performance indicators, and progress toward spring outcomes.
Ensure Coordinators deeply internalize the learning arcs and curriculum they will support facilitators to deliver.
Oversee Coordinator Onboarding
Lead the onboarding arc for Coordinators, ensuring they
understand their role in managing facilitators
internalize systems (Docebo, Slack, attendance, reporting
know how to prepare, observe, and coach facilitators
can analyze data and trends ahead of facilitator sessions
Train Coordinators in effective coaching moves and adult learning principles so they can support facilitators confidently.
Build a Strong Coordinator Community
Facilitate weekly Coordinator team meetings for:
feedback loops
coordination across Hubs
collaborative analysis of facilitator and corps member trends
Wellness and mindset support
Corps Member Training and Practicum
Ensure Coordinators are Prepared to Support Facilitators
Observe/support Coordinators as they observe facilitators; coach Coordinators on how to:
Identify facilitation trends
Support facilitator growth
Intervene early when support is needed
Reinforce the learning environment expectations consistently
Support Coordinators to set up operational systems that facilitators depend on (Zoom setup, Docebo, attendance, coverage, etc.).
Create and maintain systems and trackers to assess Coordinator readiness, including progress toward onboarding milestones, facilitator support quality, coaching effectiveness, and overall preparedness for Corps Member Training.
Guide Coordinators in analyzing corps member learning, engagement, operational issues, and identity dynamics.
Ensure Coordinators are ready to navigate conflict or misalignment within their facilitator teams through restorative practices.
Surface Trends Across Coordinators & Facilitators
The Dean is the eyes and ears across multiple Coordinator teams. Deans will:
Identify facilitator trends across Huddles and functional areas
Advise Directors and planning teams on adjustments needed
Support Coordinators in implementing targeted strategies
Ensure consistent corps member experience across all training spaces
A WEEK IN THE LIFE
A Dean may spend their week:
Coaching Coordinators on facilitator preparation and performance
Reviewing facilitator session data surfaced by Coordinators
Diagnosing cross-team trends and recommending adjustments
Facilitating Coordinator role-team meetings
Modeling belonging and value-affirming leadership practices
Supporting Coordinators in managing complex facilitator needs
Collaborating with Directors and Huddle leaders to maintain alignment
YOUR EXPERIENCE
6–8 years of professional work experience
5+ years managing or coaching adults to strong outcomes
5+ years facilitating or designing adult learning
Experience supporting layered leadership structures (e.g., manager → coordinator → facilitator)
Knowledge of Pre-Service domains preferred
Strong ability to analyze trends, diagnose issues, and support strategic action
Skilled in managing across differences with clarity, accountability, and care
Experience with systems (Docebo, Slack, Zoom) or willingness to learn them quickly
BONUS (preferred qualifications)
Bachelor's degree preferred
Previous Pre-Service, VSTT, or Institute experience as a Coordinator strongly preferred
YOUR FUTURE TEAM
Our Pre-Service training team will equip teacher leaders with the foundational mindsets, knowledge, and skills for classroom success from the first day of school. Through collectively building judgment and reflecting on student progress, they learn to execute rigorous lessons, create welcoming learning environments, and cultivate meaningful relationships.
YOUR COMPENSATION
The Dean role is compensated $50.29 per hour throughout the entire commitment. Compensation for all Pre-Service positions is competitive and determined based on role responsibilities.
DURATION
The start date for the Dean role is March 9, 2026, and the end date is July 25, 2026. During the first two weeks, you will spend time onboarding to our systems and familiarizing yourself with our systems. Part-time Staff Training for the Dean role begins the week of March 23. Check out the Pre-Service Start Wave and Practicum timelines here.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Deans are expected to be online and available Monday to Friday throughout the business day, as well as some evenings and weekends as needed.