Dean Of Culture

DPS•Denver, CO

16h

About The Position

The Dean of Culture supervises staff and faculty coordinators of school events and celebrations, as well as security personnel. The role cultivates an inclusive school environment where all stakeholders are supported in taking risks as learners, and establishes shared norms for the school across differences in race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender identity, and other characteristics. The Dean ensures students can succeed in the learning community by coordinating and overseeing intervention services that maximize each student’s potential. The Dean reviews student achievement and behavior data, develops and evaluates student programs, and works with school leaders, staff, students, families, and the community to create and reinforce a strong school culture. The role facilitates staff professional development, coordinates support staff for student programs and services, conducts regular walkthroughs, and hosts regular office hours. Denver Public Schools describes its culture as valuing Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration, and Fun, with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. Compensation is described as competitive. Total rewards include time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. Applicants must apply online through the Denver Public Schools job board. Applications will be received until November 9, 2026; if the position is not filled by then, applications submitted after the deadline may be considered.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
DPS Dean Certification, to be obtained within two years of hire.
At least 3 years of experience as an educator, including progressively responsible experience in education working with teachers and school leaders on behavior management and school climate, counseling, mental health, trauma-informed practices and programming, and/or mentoring.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in the community.
Believe in and support all students so they feel seen and heard and have access to high-quality education.
Maintain a permanent home address in Colorado while working for Denver Public Schools.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, with or without accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Special Education certification and/or Gifted and Talented certification.

Responsibilities

Supervise staff and faculty coordinators of school events and celebrations, as well as security personnel.
Cultivate an inclusive school environment and establish shared school norms across differences among stakeholders.
Coordinate and oversee intervention services to support student success and maximize student potential.
Review and manage student achievement data to identify needs, including remediation and Individualized Education Program needs.
Create structures to recognize and reward individual and group academic achievement and success.
Develop a vision for school culture in collaboration with the school leadership team and community.
Advocate for students through communication and integration with families and the community.
Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs for differentiated student groups, including special education and gifted and talented students.
Develop differentiated reward and intervention programs for student and teacher culture.
Ensure adherence to policies and procedures for student intervention programs.
Maintain communication with administrators, teachers, students, families, and the community to articulate and reinforce school culture norms.
Model the school’s mission and values for professional conduct, and create systems to celebrate successes and redirect ongoing concerns.
Establish and maintain systems for collecting and tracking school culture metrics, including discipline and attendance, and analyze behavior data trends.
Facilitate staff professional development to support consistent enforcement of school culture.
Coordinate support staff for student programs and services; may manage parent liaison or restorative practice staff, when applicable, and/or serve as a liaison among school stakeholders.
Conduct regular walkthroughs to support accountability to culture norms and host regular office hours.