Dean of Students

Pottsgrove School District • Pottstown, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Principal, assist administrators, teachers, parents and students in resolving student attendance, behavioral and disciplinary problems in a consistent manner. This role involves maintaining records of disciplinary actions, conferring with parents and students on discipline and problem-solving, providing mentoring and consultation services, and reporting on issues affecting student performance. The Dean will recommend appropriate programs for students with behavioral problems, instruct students on school rules and policies, and assist in arranging tutorial instruction. Additionally, the Dean will address student attendance problems, assist in the In-School Suspension Program and co-curricular activities, and create an inclusive, welcoming environment. This position also involves arranging meetings regarding disciplinary problems, partnering with counselors and mental health professionals, counseling individual students, monitoring student activities, and coordinating with community and government agencies on issues like drug and alcohol abuse and truancy. The Dean will also assist in developing policies for building security and safety, and in preparing student expulsion hearings. This role includes coordinating with Building Principals in the operation of Pottsgrove Virtual Academy (PGVA).

Requirements

• PA Certification as required for position.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
• At least five years experience in public education.
• Master's degree.
• PA Principal Certification.
• Bachelor's and Master's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Successful experience working with children at risk.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations regarding student discipline, bullying, sexual harassment, etc.
• Knowledge of student behavior management techniques.
• Knowledge of dispute resolution techniques and ability to engage in dispute resolution.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Must have current Act 34, 151 & 114 Clearances.

Nice To Haves

• Successful experience developing and implementing professional development programs relating to non-academic student behavioral issues.
• Prior experience as a building administrator or dean of students at the middle school level.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers, parents and students in resolving non-academic student issues in the school, such as behavioral problems.
• Maintain records of any student disciplinary actions taken in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and District policies.
• Confer with parents, teachers, support services personnel and students on matters of discipline and problem solving.
• Provide mentoring services to students and consultation services to parents.
• Report to administrators, teachers, school attendance staff, parents, and students relative to issues affecting student performance.
• Recommend appropriate programs for students to assist them with behavioral problems.
• Instruct and advise students regarding their responsibility to adhere to school rules and policies, to foster a safe school environment, and to respect other individuals and property.
• Assist in arranging for appropriate tutorial instruction related to assigned academic work.
• Assist administrators, teachers, and school attendance staff in addressing student attendance problems.
• Assist in the administration of the In-School Suspension Program and co-curricular activities.
• Create an inclusive, welcoming environment where students feel a strong sense of belonging.
• Arrange meetings as directed with students, parents, teachers, and administrators regarding disciplinary problems in school.
• Partner with school counselors and mental health professionals to identify student needs and provide targeted support.
• Counsel individual students as needed and make appropriate referrals for testing, guidance or other services.
• Monitor student activities, assemblies, orientations, and advisory programs that build community and morale.
• Coordinate with community and government agencies relating to drug and alcohol abuse, truancy, and other conduct.
• Assist in developing policies and practices to assure building security and safety.
• Assist in the preparation of student expulsion hearings.
• Coordinate with Building Principals in the operation of Pottsgrove Virtual Academy (PGVA).
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefit eligible per Act 93 Agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal