Interim Dean of Students (2025-2026)

Classical Charter Schools•New York City, NY

14d•$75,000 - $105,000

About The Position

As one of the highest performing charter networks in New York City, Classical Charter Schools is having a meaningful impact on education in the South Bronx. Recognized as two-time National Blue Ribbon Award-Winning network, Classical Charter Schools outperforms 97% of New York charters by providing a transformative education through a classical curriculum focused on art, music, Latin, debate and character education. We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. All employees and applicants will be treated in all respects on basis of merit and qualifications without regards to their race, color, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, gender, veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by law. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds to apply. At Classical, we provide comprehensive health benefits, competitive salaries, and opportunities for growth. All Classical staff members share the undying belief that maximizing student achievement is at the core of their work. The Dean of Students is an essential part of the leadership team. The role involves working closely with students, teachers, and parents to maintain a positive school culture that promotes academic and character growth. Reporting to the School Director, the Interim of Students is responsible for:

Requirements

At least three years of teaching in a K-12 classroom with proven track record of maintaining high expectations
Show alignment to Classical Charter School’s mission and approach
Exhibit excellent work ethic and organizational skills
Demonstrate application of our core values: Accountability, Innovation, Professionalism, Rigor, Tenacity, Transparency, and Urgency
Have experience teaching in a high performing urban school

Nice To Haves

Have experience as a dean or administrator (creating behavior plans, planning school-wide/cultural events, having difficult conversations with parents, etc.)

Responsibilities

Teaching character education in every class once per week
Creating grade-appropriate, application-oriented, character education curriculum
Creating clearly defined school-wide procedures for discipline
Tracking scholar behaviors and consequences
Intervening when a scholar is significantly disruptive
Communicating with the Scholar Services Team when a scholar with an IEP is suspended
Attending child study team meetings
Assisting the school psychologist with developing individualized behavior plans
Observing teachers and providing rigorous and action-oriented feedback on a regular basis
Creating professional development focused on behavioral systems and procedures
Ensuring that teachers are reinforcing the pillars and character education teachings
Attending grade team meetings as needed, based on scholar behavioral trends
Supervising breakfast, lunch, and dismissal
Planning community gatherings with a committee of teachers and administrative staff
Organizing Family Advisory Council meetings and Parent Academy events
Enforcing uniform compliance
Participating in holdover conversations at the end of the academic year