Dean of Students

University Prep Schools•Detroit, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Deans hold leadership positions within the schools and must share their colleagues’ commitment to achieving the mission of the school. They must possess an unrelenting drive to change lives, make a difference, transfer knowledge, and create opportunity. Deans will effectively manage people and demonstrate the ability to build culture.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred
Hold a valid School Teacher Certification
A minimum of three years of experience teaching
Experience with Student Behavior

Nice To Haves

Integrity and a demonstrated commitment to U Prep Schools’ Core Values, Mission, and Purpose
Highly developed organizational and time management skills
Outstanding written and oral communication skills
Aptitude to work effectively as a member of a team and independently
Ability to set and monitor goals and readily learn new information
Constant drive for improvement
Creative and independent problem solver
Data Driven Education/Experience

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain a positive school culture that is safe, inclusive, and conducive to learning.
Promote good character, academic mindset, and celebrate student achievement.
Regularly assess the school climate and lead school-wide initiatives to foster a sense of belonging and mutual respect among students and staff.
Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of school-wide behavior expectations and discipline systems.
Manage student behavior, oversee disciplinary processes, and ensure consistency and equity in the application of policies.
Collaborate with staff and families to design and oversee individual behavior interventions as needed.
Implement and lead Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and other proactive strategies to reinforce positive student behavior and reduce incidents of disruption or harm.
Support staff capacity in using restorative practices and serve as a lead mediator for student conflicts.
Design and facilitate restorative circles, conferences, and other interventions to repair harm and build community.
Monitor and support students’ socio-emotional and behavioral development in collaboration with student support teams.
Work proactively with counselors and other staff to ensure students are supported holistically.
Collect, analyze, and interpret school culture and behavior-related data to evaluate the effectiveness of initiatives.
Use data to identify trends, develop responsive strategies, and communicate progress to stakeholders.
Provide ongoing professional development to staff on culturally responsive teaching, classroom management, trauma-informed practices, and social-emotional learning.
Offer coaching and support for staff in addressing classroom culture challenges.
Build and maintain strong relationships with students, staff, and families.
Engage with the broader community to support the school’s mission, culture, and student success.
Serve as a liaison for families regarding school culture and student conduct.
Respond promptly and effectively to inquiries from students, staff, and families.
Communicate clearly and compassionately, and collaborate with others to resolve issues that impact the school culture.
Support the planning, facilitation, and ongoing improvement of Crew (or advisory) to ensure it meets student developmental needs and strengthens the sense of community.
Assist the Principal with interviewing, hiring, and onboarding staff.
Observe and evaluate performance, recognize excellence, and implement appropriate interventions or discipline when necessary