26 - DEAN of Students - TOSA

Pueblo School District 60•Pueblo, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of the Dean of Students is to assist the principal by contributing to and communicating a vision and focused plan for improving student achievement and student behavior; supporting teachers in improving their instructional practice; creating a community of continuous learning for all staff and students; and fostering a culture of high expectations for students. In addition, the Dean is charged with building strong partnerships with families and community, creating a safe, supportive school climate, and effectively managing operational, technical, and staff issues to promote instructional progress.

Requirements

Valid Colorado Teaching License within 60 days from date of hire
Valid Colorado Principal License within 60 days from date of hire
Three (3) years of successful years of teaching experience
Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary

Nice To Haves

Previous administrative experience
Experience in a Title I or low-income setting
Master's degree in Education
Knowledge of positive behavioral interventions and support
Knowledge of creating and implementing student behavior expectations
Knowledge of conflict resolution strategies
Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and community
Strong commitment to system change and strong evidence of being a "team player"
Ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis
Ability to be flexible

Responsibilities

Assist the Principal in providing instructional leadership to the school
Perform a variety of administrative duties to assist the Principal in managing the school; assume the duties of the Principal in the absence of the Principal or other school administrators as assigned
Supervise and evaluate the performance of designated certified and/or classified personnel; assign duties to staff as appropriate to meet school objectives; participate in formal and informal visitations and observations; provide recommendations and suggestions for improvement as appropriate; assist with the recruiting, interviewing, and selection of new staff
Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of intervention programs that address the needs of at-risk students
Develop and administer student disciplinary procedures in accordance with district policies and state law; receive referrals and confer with students, parents, teachers, community agencies, and law enforcement; respond to and resolve parent, student, and staff concerns and complaints
Serve as a resource to staff in dealing with classroom management issues
Supervise students on campus before and after school; monitor students during lunch, recess, passing periods, and other activities; instruct students in appropriate behavior
Monitor and organize attendance functions; prepare letters, call parents, and attend meetings, as needed, regarding absent or tardy students; provide leadership for attendance improvement efforts
Participate as needed in appropriate meetings regarding student growth and success (IEP and 504 case conferences, parent meetings, expulsion hearings, etc.)
Communicate daily with students, parents, and teachers regarding attendance and discipline matters
Work with the principal to establish a safe and secure learning environment for students.
Develop plans for emergency situations in collaboration with other administrators, staff, and public safety agencies; update the school safety plan
Participate in administrative meetings and training to improve administrative skills; maintain current knowledge of District's adopted curriculum.
Perform any and all other duties as assigned by Building Administrators