Dean of Students - High School

Clover Park School District•Tacoma, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Serve as liaison between staff, students, and community to maintain a positive and child-centered school climate, as well as provide administrative support within a culturally diverse environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.
Successful experience as a classroom teacher and/or in a support position.
Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral communication.
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of technology.
Demonstrated ability to interact positively with students, parents, and community.
Knowledge of developmental characteristics and needs of early adolescents.
Knowledge of high school level philosophy and programs.
Knowledge of state and federal rules and regulations for attendance/truancy.
Knowledge of state and federal rules and regulations for discipline.
Washington State Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement(s).
Must have a valid Washington State driver’s license, use of personal vehicle and proof of insurance.
Completion of Criminal History, Declaration form and fingerprinting.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) to five (5) years successful teaching or educational staff associate experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
Master’s degree in education or related field.
Washington Administrator Credential or demonstrated interest in working towards that credential.
Knowledge of state and federal rules and regulations for special education.

Responsibilities

Create and implement an effective system establishing and maintaining positive relations between parents and the school.
Create, facilitate, and implement staff, parent, and student development activities enhancing a positive school climate.
Develop and implement a pyramid of interventions support system for students (e.g., attendance, discipline, support teams, academic success). Work with counselors and community support groups/agencies to provide services for students.
Maintain and enhance the school-wide behavior management system for students while in the hallways, lunchroom, and classrooms; on buses; and when participating in athletics and curricular activities. Responsible for student discipline up to suspension.
Demonstrate strong communication skills and work effectively in a highly collaborative setting.
Promote shared decision-making and team work.
Support and supervise student/family activities during the school day and evenings, as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.