Dean of Student Success

Organization Summary\n \nLocated in North Omaha, Jesuit Academy offers 75 young men in grades 4-8 a transformative educational opportunity that encourages them to claim ownership of their lives and develop themselves as responsible leaders. Our school is guided by Catholic principles and these basics of Jesuit education: Gospel Values, Academic Excellence, Self-Discipline, Religious Diversity and being Men-for-Others. \n \nJesuit Academy is one of 18 Jesuit Nativity Middle Schools in the United State. One of the guiding principles of these schools is to provide a faith-based education that breaks the cycle of poverty in underserved communities across America. The model includes an extended school day, an extended school year, and a tailored school/class enrollment size.\n \nFounded in 1996, Jesuit Academy offers its students a transformative education that integrates a rigorous academic curriculum with co-curricular programs in athletics, the arts, community service, cultural-enrichment, social skills and spirituality. Jesuit Academy is committed to walking with our students throughout their educational journey. Our graduates have attended various secondary schools \u2013 more then two-thirds of each graduating class have earned full scholarships to college preparatory schools \u2013 and we boast a 98% overall high school graduation rate. More than 91% of graduates have enrolled in college, enlisted in the military or entered the workforce immediately following high school graduation. \n \nPosition Summary: Serves in a hybrid role of administrator, counselor, and dean. Supports school Principal and teachers in daily school activities. \n \nKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:\n \n\u25cf Education: Minimum of a Master's Degree. Preferred Masters in Educational Leadership or Counseling.\n \n\u25cf Supporting and upholding the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school \n \n\u25cf Supporting and adhering to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese \n \n\u25cf A demonstrated philosophy that all students can and will learn\n \n\u25cf Excellent attendance record\n \n\u25cf Excellent communication skills oral and written\n \n\u25cf Demonstrate ability to enforce consequences based on student/parent handbook policies\n \n\u25cf Positive interpersonal skills\n \n\u25cf Professional verification of performing in related positions\n \n\u25cf Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education\n \n\u25cf This individual will exhibit skills pertinent to foster positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with students, staff, parents and the community\n \n\u25cf Willingness and demonstrated abilities conducive to a continuous quest for quality education\n \n\u25cf Attending and participating in Faculty Meetings, Diocesan Meetings, Professional Development Days, Faculty Committees, etc.\n \n\u25cf Gathering Qualitative and Quantitative data\n \n\u25cf Documenting, strategizing, and collecting data for student interventions\n \n\u25cf Forming and revising schedules involving students and/or staff\n \n\u25cf Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to assist/cover when staffing is low (teacher illness, planned vacations, staff gone for meetings, etc.)\n \n\u25cf Early arrival to assist with breakfast, greeting, etc.\n \nEssential Performance Responsibilities:\n \n\u25cf Be involved in and have final say in all Tier 1 \u2013 3 Student Behavior Interventions, and enforce consequences based on violation of handbook policies\n \n\u25cf Collaborate with SFC Engagement Specialist and Principal to enforce Tier behavior consequences and interventions (some resulting in suspension or expulsion)\n \n\u25cf Be present at student discipline meetings\n \n\u25cf Create and monitor student contracts for academics and behavior\n \n\u25cf Keep track of and follow up on policy mandates for students AND families (tuition payments, attendance, code of conduct, etc.)\n \n\u25cf Partner with principal to monitor faculty lesson plans on Mondays and provide feedback on classroom preparation\n \n\u25cf Be present in faculty Take Pulse meetings, evaluations, and disciplinary meetings\n \n\u25cf Keep track of and monitor teachers compliance with agreed upon academic and behavior interventions for students\n \n\u25cf Schedule follow-up meetings to adjust/correct teacher, student, or parent compliance with agreed upon contracts, interventions, or plans for improvement\n \n\u25cf Supervise building, assist with student behaviors, and provide emotional support when Principal is not available (meetings, sick, etc.)\n \n\u25cf Coordinate and schedule volunteer opportunities for parents and guardians\n \n\u25cf Analyze data from attendance, test scores, and behavior to report trends to Principal\n \n\u25cf Collaborate in S.S.T. Meetings\n \n\u25cf Collaborate with principal in scheduling activities for Extended Academic Programming\n \n\u25cf Meet with the Principal to review Jesuit Assistant Group meeting data\n \n\u25cf Follow up on Jesuit Assistant Group meeting data, recommendations, and updates\n \n\u25cf Provide coaching/feedback to teachers\n \n\u25cf Collaborate with the Principal and the Administrative Assistant to plan events and elevate school culture\n \n\u25cf Collaborate with the Principal and the Administrative Assistant to submit and file state reports\n \n\u25cf Collaborate with the Principal to plan for corrective action due to late tuition payments, inability to meet \n \n\u25cf Attend informational meetings with Principal, or in Principal's place to report back\n \n\u25cf Conduct Professional Development for teachers and research outside Professional Development opportunities\n \n\u25cf Collaborate with the Principal and the Administrative Assistant to form school calendar\n \n\u25cf Strategize on ways to work with students on issues that may have caused trauma\n \n\u25cf Enforce the code of conduct\n \n\u25cf Assist in the hiring of teacher candidates\n \n\u25cf Provide emotional and behavioral support for students as incidents arise\n \n\u25cf Talk through smaller tier infractions with students and plan for improvement in class (discussion, Quick Write, problem solve, etc.)\n \n\u25cf Other duties as assigned\n \n+\u2212\n \nZone 6\n \nGrades\n \n4\u20138\n \nCategory\n \nDirector/Administrator \n \nAdditional Information\n \nWages and Benefits\n\n Salary commensurate with experience. This position is a 12-month, full-time, non-exempt employment position. \n \nContact Information\n \nJesuit Academy\n \n2311 N 22nd St \n \nOmaha, NE 68110 \n \nhttps://www.jesuitacademy.org \n \nHuman Resources\n \n(p) (402) 346-4464 \n \n(f) (402) 814-8212 \n \nHow to Apply\n \nApplication\n\n Please send a cover letter and resume to HR@jesuitacademy.org or \n \nJesuit Academy\n \nAttn: Principal \n \n2311 N. 22nd Street\n \nOmaha, NE 68110\n\n