Dean of Student Life

Magellan International School, Private Education in Austin

Austin, Texas

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Apple Macs, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Government, Leadership, Project/Program Management, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Secondary School, Team Lead/Manager, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Austin, Texas
POSTED
6 days ago
Position Title: Dean of Student Life
School Year: 2026 - 2027
Classification: Exempt
Reports To: Head of Secondary 
Location: Austin, TX, USA

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective
Magellan International School (MIS) in Austin, Texas, has an opening for a Dean of Student Life. This role will also teach up to two courses. The Dean of Student Life will create a progressive learning environment where students demonstrate critical thinking and uphold the attributes of the International Baccalaureate (IB) learner profile. The Dean of Student Life will support students’ academic and personal development while contributing to extracurricular and community activities.

Essential Functions 

Secondary School Culture & Community Building
  • Partner in the organization of school traditions, assemblies and events.
  • Oversee student government serving as the advisor to the high school student government.
  • Collaborate with administration to co-create and manage leadership and character programming. 
  • Coordinate service learning activities.
  • Co-create and clarify student handbook items as it relates to the code of conduct.
Student Well-Being & Support
  • Oversee the advising program, ensuring the integration of Social Institute activities and the AI curriculum (Eblana) into the program.
  • Partner with the Student Support Resources team to offer mental health resources and professional development to better equip teachers to support student well-being.
  • Co-lead Student Focus Meetings to ensure faculty are aware of student support action items.
  • Serve as a mediator for peer conflicts.
Additional Responsibilities
  • Teach up to two classes at the Secondary level.
  • Co-lead the “Extended Studies” (student travel) program.
  • Serve as the faculty liaison to the parent association (MISPA).
Other Duties
Performs other duties as assigned, which may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education; or a Bachelor’s Degree in an unrelated field with Secondary Teacher Certification.
  • Minimum of three years of Secondary School classroom experience. IB MYP and/or DP experience preferred.
  • Experience leading teams.
  • Experience with Google Workspace, Toddle, and Apple Mac platforms preferred.
  • Knowledge of restorative justice or similar frameworks preferred.
  • Knowledge of instructional strategies, classroom management, and learning assessments. 
Personal Attributes and Skills
  • Dynamic and empathetic communicator
  • Student-focused, warm, caring, and supportive
  • Passionate about teaching and learning
  • Flexible and willing to work collaboratively with teams
  • Committed to the school's vision and mission
Salary and Benefits
A competitive salary package commensurate with experience, including medical and supplemental benefits, tuition remission for dependent children, retirement offerings, and paid time off.

Work Environment
This job operates in a classroom environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This role requires lifting, bending, standing, and stooping. Work is performed indoors and outdoors.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
“Core” work hours: 8:15 am to 4:15 pm from Tuesdays to Fridays and 8:15 am to 5:30 pm on Mondays. Availability during occasional nights and weekend events.

Travel
Some out-of-area travel may be expected, but is not common.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification form, I-9. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer
MIS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. 

About the Company

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Magellan International School, Private Education in Austin