Dean of Students

Community High School District 94 • West Chicago, IL

11h • $85,000 - $100,000

About The Position

It is the responsibility of the Dean of Students to maintain a school atmosphere conducive to effective learning and the development of consideration, responsibility, and good citizenship on the parts of students and staff.

Requirements

• ISBE PEL with administrative endorsement
• Related master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• Must be able to perform all of the duties and responsibilities of the position
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately, both orally and in writing, in English
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external constituents
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Ability to deal with difficult situations courteously and tactfully

Nice To Haves

• Previous administrative experience preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately, both orally and in writing, in Spanish, preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists the Director of Culture and Climate with development of practices and procedures designed to implement Board of Education policies relative to student behavior.
• Organizes and administers a program designed to remediate inappropriate student behavior.
• Maintains such records pertaining to student behavior as may be necessary to substantiate student suspensions and recommendations for expulsion.
• Works with parents and students in developing plans to mitigate behaviors.
• Collaborates with certified student support personnel and the Special Education Department.
• Assists Director of Culture and Climate with development of parent engagement services.
• Supervises student accounting processes and procedures designed to improve student attendance and behavior.
• Assists with the supervision of security personnel.
• Supervises student behavior at student activities and sporting events.
• Communicates behavior problems to parents/guardians for students assigned to them.
• Explains school disciplinary policies and practices to students and parents.
• Organizes, administers, and monitors student/staff parking.
• Assists with coordination and administration of district busing and van needs.
• Assists in the management of any and all crises.
• Organizes and administers student and staff parking.
• Assists with general supervision of students in and around the building during the school day.
• Evaluates certified and non-certified staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director