Assistant Dean

Job Description

WHO WE ARE Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School (SLA) was founded to address the need for community access to exceptional, leadership-based education in the heart of Southwest Philadelphia. Currently, Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School supports over 600 students in grades K-8 in single-sex classrooms, leveraging research from the world-renowned Gurian Institute around socio-emotional learning and differentiation between the sexes, fueling growth, leadership and engagement for all students. Classrooms in grades K-2 are supported by two educators from the SLA team – a lead teacher and apprentice teacher or assistant – translating to more 1:1 student/teacher instructional time as well as increased opportunities for differentiated instruction for students. WHAT WE BELIEVE At SLA, we believe that every child: Is a developing leader waiting to be fostered. Is capable of high academic achievement. Can positively impact and contribute to the school and community. Needs a positive and hopeful definition of reality in order to succeed We understand the importance of a collaborative learning environment between teachers, parents, and school staff in setting up every child’s educational success. OUR COMMITMENT