Dean of Culture

ICEF Public Schools•Los Angeles, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The principle tasks of the Dean of Culture are to implement the strategic vision, and provide oversight of our school’s cultural ecosystem. This role works closely with the School Leadership and has the support of Culture Liaisons to ensure a safe, structured and student-centered environment where scholars thrive. This is an on-site position based at a school site; remote work is not available for this role.

Requirements

An earned Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university in education, in Education, Social Work, School Administration, or a related field
At least 3 years of progressive professional experience in a public charter school, charter management organization or public school district
Demonstrated excellence in writing, editing, and verbal communication
Strong leadership, team management, and project execution skills
Ability to work cross-functionally
Proficient use of Google-based applications
Tuberculosis (TB) clearance
Background check clearance
Commitment to educational equity and ICEF’s mission

Nice To Haves

Prior professional experience as a Dean or equivalent in a public charter school, charter management organization or public school district
Proficiency in using school-based information systems and applications
Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus

Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of schoolwide culture systems, routines, and expectations that the Culture Liaison reinforces daily.
Oversee the promotion of core school values—respect, empathy, community, integrity, perseverance, and excellence—ensuring they are woven into the fabric of the campus.
Analyze school and student data to develop proactive interventions and schoolwide improvements.
Oversee the planning and execution of major schoolwide incentives, assemblies, and culture-building activities.
Oversee the school’s approach to discipline, ensuring that redirection, reflection, and restorative conversations are applied consistently and equitably across the campus.
Supervise the documentation of major behavior incidents and interventions, ensuring high-quality follow-through on re-entry plans and restorative practices.
Act as the primary point of escalation for significant behavior concerns or safety issues.
Lead high-level communication with families regarding behavioral trends and serious disciplinary concerns.
Directly supervise the Culture Liaison(s) and other culture-related staff, providing coaching on student supervision and conflict-resolution skills.
Train staff on self-regulation, conflict-resolution, and problem-solving techniques to be modeled for scholars.
Facilitate culture and student support meetings to ensure alignment between teachers, administrators, counselors, and the culture team.
Set the standards for a calm, safe, and respectful campus environment during high-traffic periods like nutrition, lunch, and transitions.
Ensure all student-facing systems regarding school expectations, including but not limited to attendance, uniform, and participation are executed with equity and consistency.
Performs other duties as assigned.