Dean of Students

Oakmont Education•Mansfield, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dean of Students oversees discipline and security, as well as daily operations of the building. The Dean of Students coordinates student initiatives and activities as they relate to the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). This role is responsible for implementing consistent strategies for managing students with challenging behaviors in a therapeutic manner that does not disrupt the school's norms or the learning of other students. The Dean enforces the code of conduct, works with staff on classroom discipline, and supports individual students or small groups in practicing behavior expectations. They also meet with parents and community stakeholders, coordinate MTSS efforts, and work with administration to develop and monitor the school's MTSS. The position ensures high standards of achievement, an orderly and motivational culture, and a safe environment for teaching and learning. Administrative duties include weekly/monthly reporting, preparing discipline and suspension reports, assisting with student suspensions and expulsions, and maintaining confidentiality. The role requires adherence to ethical codes and student confidentiality.

Requirements

Must have a passion for improving educational opportunities for urban students and for building a strong, mission-driven organization.
Commitment to continued personal and professional growth, and a commitment to the company’s mission, vision, and growth.
Working with student discipline, conflict resolution, and restorative justice practices.
Exceptional interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
Effective organizational skills with the ability to perform multiple tasks.
Proven, effective classroom management skills.
Passion for working with youth of various social and economic backgrounds, as well as academic and educational levels.
Willingness to go above and beyond to support students in achieving their goals.
Proficiency in the use of technology.
Data Driven Mindset.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of an associate or bachelor’s degree
Possess relevant experience as deemed appropriate and acceptable by the School Director and/or Oakmont Education Group.
A minimum of 1–2 years of experience working with students preferred.
Experience with MTSS, student behavioral intervention, restorative justice, student mediation, and parent engagement.

Responsibilities

Implements consistent strategies for managing students with the most challenging behaviors in a deterring and therapeutic manner that does not allow disruption of the norms of the school and the learning of other students.
Enforces code of conduct to maintain proper discipline and conduct.
Works with and assists the staff in the development of effective classroom discipline and organization.
Works with individual students or small groups for the purpose of practicing and/or reinforcing behavior expectations and concepts.
Meets with parents and community stakeholders for understanding the student discipline and other external student needs.
Helps coordinate and participate in MTSS throughout the building.
Works with Administration, Student Success Coordinator, and the Master Teacher to develop, implement, document, and monitor the school’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).
Ensures high standards of achievement for all students.
Ensures an orderly, motivational, and aspirational culture and a strong school community where teaching, learning and healthy relationships can thrive.
Maintains good order and discipline among the pupils, safeguarding their health and safety.
Effectively creates and submits weekly/monthly reporting to supervisor.
Prepares required reports and paperwork such as discipline and suspension reports.
Assists the Director with student suspensions and expulsions.
Maintains confidentiality concerning all student and staff information and in all professional matters.
Adheres to the appropriate code of ethics and student confidentiality.
Performs all other job duties as assigned.