Dean of Students (26-27) Lovelady HS

Princeton Independent School District•Princeton, TX

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Dean of Students at Lovelady HS is responsible for directing and managing assigned areas of the instructional program and campus operations, as well as overseeing student activities and services. This role involves instructional management, school/organizational improvement, student management, administration, fiscal/facilities management, personnel management, and school/community relations, ensuring compliance with district policies and fostering a positive school environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Texas Teacher Certificate
Knowledge of campus operations
Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness
Ability to manage personnel
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to interpret data
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Two years experience as a classroom teacher

Responsibilities

Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate.
Participate in program evaluation measures and make suggestions for improvement where needed.
Reinforce expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies and classroom management.
Foster collegiality and team building among staff members.
Encourage their active involvement in decision-making process.
Take a leadership role in planning activities and implementing programs to ensure attainment of the school’s mission.
Participate in development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and community members.
Help principal develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain records and track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators.
Work with faculty and students to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.
Ensure that school rules are uniformly applied and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
Ensure that students are adequately supervised during noninstructional periods.
Oversee campus operations in principal’s absence.
Take a leadership role in planning and scheduling of daily school activities including the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules.
Oversee reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with staff to identify and address issues.
Oversee the development and implementation of truancy prevention measures, including filing truancy when appropriate.
Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment and monitor and maintain inventory in accordance with district procedures.
Coordinate operational support services such as transportation, custodial, and cafeteria to best meet campus needs.
Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools.
Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences with paraprofessionals and other non-certified staff.
Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.
Articulate the school’s mission to community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs using appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.