Dean of Students

Making Waves Academy•Richmond, CA

1d•$85,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Making Waves Academy (MWA), the Dean of Students is a frontline leader for student culture and behavioral intervention. This role involves moving fluidly between the classroom and high-traffic student spaces to ensure the school's mission is clear. The Dean will be the architect of a culture rooted in accountability, restorative justice, and authentic partnership, managing behavior, investigating complex incidents, and leading restorative circles. The position requires being a visible advocate that keeps students, families, and staff aligned and moving toward success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
3+ years of direct experience serving students (ages 10–19) and families from historically underserved communities.
Proven track record in incident investigation and the application of school disciplinary policy.
A deep understanding of Restorative Justice and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) frameworks.

Nice To Haves

Spanish fluency (a significant advantage for our diverse community).

Responsibilities

Driving Behavioral Excellence: Investigating reports and referrals, interviewing stakeholders, and assigning consequences that align with our Student-Parent Handbook.
Leading Restorative Intervention: Facilitating 1:1, small group, and classroom-wide restorative processes to repair community harm and support recovery after high-level infractions.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Managing disciplinary records in PowerSchool with 100% accuracy and developing behavioral data reports to monitor progress toward WASC/LCAP goals.
Empowering the Frontline: Training faculty and staff in Tier 1 restorative practices, ensuring they have the tools to address low-level infractions before escalation.
Building Authentic Connections: Proactively engaging with families from historically underserved communities to foster trust and ensure their child’s successful navigation of the MWA ecosystem.