Dean of Students - Immediate Start!

Basis Ed • Scottsdale, TX

5d

About The Position

BASIS Cedar Park is seeking qualified candidates for a Dean of Students to join our bright, passionate team ASAP! The Dean of Students plays a critical role in fostering a positive, achievement-oriented school culture. The role centers on ensuring the academic performance, behavior, and overall well-being of students. As a visible and engaged presence in the school, the Dean of Students supports teachers, students, and families, and is a key player in maintaining the high standards of BASIS Curriculum Schools.

Requirements

• Strong belief in and adherence to the BASIS Curriculum model.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with students, parents, and staff.
• Proficiency in data analysis to improve student achievement.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Sound judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Attention to detail, flexibility, and a sense of humor.
• Education: Bachelor's degree required; Masters degree preferred.
• Experience: 3-5 years in a school setting, ideally in a charter or independent school.
• Clearance: All employees are required to obtain and maintain valid fingerprint clearance.

Responsibilities

• Focus on monitoring and improving student behavior and academic performance.
• Build and maintain a strong, positive, achievement-oriented school culture.
• Oversee and support procedures for student conduct, ensuring a safe and respectful environment.
• Maintain student discipline and document behavioral incidents.
• Coordinate academic support programs under the direction of the Director.
• Monitor student arrival, dismissal, and daily attendance.
• Assist students with academic and social challenges.
• Collaborate with teachers on classroom management and communication with parents and students.
• Provide guidance and support to parents regarding student well-being and performance.
• Review grade data and collaborate with the Director on academic interventions.
• Supervise Teaching Fellows assigned to specific grades.
• Work with the Head of School and ESS Coordinator to develop a Student Support Team (SST) process.
• Actively manage Early Bird and Late Bird programs, including parent communication and structure.
• Evaluate and support teachers in classroom management and parent relations.
• Chaperone school events, including dances.
• Coordinate student support programs such as Homework Buddy and Peer Tutoring.
• Participate in faculty and staff meetings.
• Check with school administration for additional duties as needed.
• Organize and review assessment results, including new student evaluations, standardized testing, and BASIS-specific programs.
• Coordinate planning and preparation for new student orientation.
• Assist with the planning and execution of academic schedules and standardized assessments.

Benefits

• Employer paid medical and dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• PTO
• Ability to add dependents
• 401k with partial match that grows over time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount)

What This Job Offers

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