Dean of Students, St. Thomas More Catholic School

Diocese of Allentown•Allentown, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dean of Students supports the mission of the school by fostering a safe, respectful, and faith-centered environment where students can grow academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually. Working closely with the Principal, faculty, students, and families, the Dean of Students promotes positive student behavior, supports student well-being, and ensures consistent implementation of school policies and procedures. This role emphasizes character formation, social-emotional development, and partnership with parents to nurture the whole child in accordance with Catholic values.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
Experience working with elementary or middle school students.
Strong understanding of child development, behavior management, and social-emotional learning.
Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, parents, and students.
Candidate must be a practicing Catholic in good standing, have a deep knowledge of the Catholic faith, and agree to live by the tenets of the Catholic faith, including in lifestyle and on personal social media.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Counseling, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement and uphold the school's discipline policies in alignment with the mission and values of Catholic education.
Address student behavioral concerns in a fair, consistent, and restorative manner that promotes growth and accountability.
Communicate with teachers and families regarding behavioral issues and collaborate on appropriate interventions.
Coordinate and supervise student detention programs and ensure proper documentation of disciplinary actions.
Maintain accurate records of student discipline and behavior incidents.
Lead and coordinate the school's Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) initiatives.
Implement and support the use of The Social Institute program to help students develop responsible decision-making, digital citizenship, and positive relationships.
Plan and coordinate student assemblies and grade-level programming focused on character development, leadership, and student well-being.
Organize and facilitate parent education programs related to student wellness, social media awareness, and adolescent development.
Monitor daily student attendance and tardiness to ensure compliance with school policies.
Identify attendance trends or concerns and work with families to address chronic absenteeism or tardiness.
Maintain accurate attendance records and communicate with families regarding attendance expectations.
Coordinate and oversee all school safety procedures and emergency preparedness protocols.
Plan and conduct required safety drills (e.g., fire, lockdown, evacuation, and other emergency drills) in accordance with local and diocesan guidelines.
Develop, review, and enforce safety policies and procedures to ensure a secure school environment.
Provide professional development for faculty and staff related to school safety, crisis response, and student supervision.
Coordinate the school's Parent Volunteer Program to support school events and initiatives.
Recruit, organize, and communicate with parent volunteers.
Ensure volunteers understand school policies, expectations, and procedures.
Collaborate with faculty and school leadership to match volunteer support with school needs.
Serve as a visible and supportive presence throughout the school day in classrooms, hallways, lunch, recess, and school events.
Collaborate with teachers, staff, and administration to support a positive school culture and climate.
Support school events, activities, and programs that strengthen community and student engagement.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.