Dean of Students

Purpose Statement

The job of Dean of Students is done for the purpose/s of providing assistance to the Principal particularly in

the area of discipline; directing assigned school site programs and services; providing information and

serving as a resource to others; serving as liaison between teacher and students; coordinating and

supporting school activities; and addressing issues, situations, and/or problems that arise on campus or

with enrolled students. Functions may vary depending on school site assignment.

This job reports to Principal

Essential Functions

Attends after-school events as needed (e.g. athletic events, fine arts presentations, etc.) for the

purpose of ensuring an administrative presence.

Communicates with parents, virtually and/or in person, regarding their student's academic and/or

behavioral issues for the purpose of evaluating situations, solving problems, and/or resolving

conflicts to support student's educational performance.

Conducts classroom observations giving post-observation feedback depending on site assignment for

the purpose of ensuring the quality of instruction at assigned school site.

Coordinates the program of student discipline that focuses on both academics and behavior for the

purpose of ensuring compliance and encouraging positive academic and behavioral performance of

students at the school site.

Facilitates meetings, processes, etc. (e.g. student behavior, academic issues, etc.) for the

purpose of ensuring communication between school and home regarding student educational performance

and complying with network and state mandates.

Implements policies, procedures, and/or processes (e.g. academics, behavior, discipline, etc.) for

the purpose of providing direction and/or complying with mandated requirements.

Intervenes in occurrences of inappropriate behavior of students for the purpose of assisting

students in modifying such behavior and developing successful interpersonal skills.

Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering

information required to perform functions.

Performs reviews of at-risk students for the purpose of providing needed support/interventions to

enhance opportunity for student educational success.

Prepares data regarding student behavior and discipline for the purpose of documenting activities,

providing written reference, and/or conveying information.

Presents information for faculty (e.g. behavioral interventions, disciplinary, etc.) for the

purpose of communicating information, gaining feedback, and ensuring adherence to established

network programs and protocols.

Represents the school within community forums for the purpose of maintaining ongoing community

support for educational goals, establishing relationships with families and community, and

assisting with

issues related to school environment.

Supports principal for the purpose of providing assistance with administrative functions as requested.

Other Functions

Performs other related duties asassigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the school site.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills

in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to

satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: planning and managing projects; using

pertinent software applications; counseling and mentoring students; critical observation; enforcing

discipline policies; enforcing rules and regulations; investigating problems; and planning

agendas/meetings.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical

information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and

analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies

required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: laws and regulations related

to education; knowledge of community resources; and school safety and security practices.

ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate,

and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with

others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different

processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a

diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with similar types of data; and utilize specific, job-

related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem

solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is

limited. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of

the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines

and schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working with frequent interruptions;

available on-call; and working extended hours.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or

methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget.

Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions.

There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical

demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching,

and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 40%

walking, 40% standing. The job is performed in a generally hazard free environment.

Experience:Education (Preferred): Grade level specific work experience is preferred.

Education: Bachelors degree in job-related area.

Required Testing Certificates and Licenses

None Specified Teaching Credential

Valid Administrative Credential

Continuing Educ. / Training Clearances

Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses Criminal Background Clearance

FLSA Status

Exempt