Junior Dean Of Culture (2025-2026)

Hebrew Public•Philadelphia, PA

13d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Junior Dean of Culture is a highly visible, proactive leader who drives joy, safety, and belonging while holding students to high academic and behavioral expectations. This is a floor-level leadership role as much as it is a management role: the Associate Dean will be present in hallways, at arrival and dismissal, at lunch, during transitions, and at school events. Reporting to and partnering with the Director of Culture, this role bridges direct student support and strategic culture leadership. The Junior Dean of Culture directly supervises and coaches Culture Associates, manages school-wide culture systems, and takes ownership of proactively planning meaningful student experiences — from incentive programs to field trips and community events. Equally important, this leader builds proactive, trusting relationships with students and families throughout the year — not only when concerns arise. The ideal candidate brings a balance of warmth and firmness, organizational skill and creativity, and a genuine love of children. Candidates for this position do NOT need to speak Hebrew. The school is eager to consider applications from traditionally underrepresented groups.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field
Minimum 2 years of experience working in a school setting serving K–8 students
Demonstrated success working with students from diverse and underserved backgrounds
Experience building meaningful relationships with students, families, and school staff
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through
Excellent communication skills — written, verbal, and interpersonal
Mission-driven, with an unshakable belief that all children can succeed
Growth mindset and openness to feedback and continuous improvement
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Prior experience supervising or mentoring staff

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Education, School Counseling, or related field
Expertise in restorative practices and/or Responsive Classroom framework
Familiarity with behavior management platforms (e.g., Kickboard)
Experience planning student events, field trips, or enrichment programming

Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Culture Staff Management
Supervise, coach, and develop Culture Associates, providing regular feedback and professional support
Model a high-urgency, high-care approach to culture work and collaborate with the Director of Culture on staffing, scheduling, and team priorities
Partner with teachers and the school social workers on classroom management and behavioral interventions
Contribute to a positive, inclusive staff culture that reflects PHP’s mission and values
Student Experience & Proactive Programming
Plan and execute meaningful school-wide student experiences: incentive celebrations, field trips, spirit days, assemblies, and monthly community gatherings
Design and manage a school-wide incentive system tied to effort, attendance, and character growth
Lead classroom circles, community meetings, and SEL programming in partnership with teachers
Serve as a creative driver of school joy — generating new ideas to celebrate students and build community
Student Support, Family Outreach & Behavioral Management
Be highly present and visible throughout the school day — hallways, arrival, dismissal, lunch, and transitions — to reinforce expectations and prevent escalation
Implement PHP’s restorative discipline practices, issuing logical consequences with consistency and care
Develop individualized support plans for students with frequent behavioral infractions or chronic absenteeism
Lead Zones of Regulation and other SEL tools; support individual behavior plans with the social worker and SPED team
Provide ongoing student mentorship; participate in crisis prevention and de-escalation as needed
Proactively engage families throughout the year — not only in response to concerns — via phone calls, home visits, and conferences
Serve as a bridge between students, families, and the instructional team, facilitating collaborative problem-solving
Leading late pick up and detention after school
Data, Attendance & Compliance
Maintain accurate records across behavior, attendance, and culture data; enter into Kickboard with timeliness
Track trends, develop individualized attendance plans, and ensure compliance with state reporting requirements
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Culture or school leadership

Benefits

Health Coverage: Medical: Employer covers 85% of premiums, Dental: Employer covers 85% of premiums, Vision: 100% covered by employer.
Retirement: 5% Employer Match of your annual salary dollar for dollar. No vesting period.
Additional Compensation: Opportunities for performance bonuses and additional stipends.
Wellness Matters: Mental health resources and employee assistance programs.
Perks for You: Discounts on wellness programs & gym memberships
Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 20+ holidays, 10 PTO days (10 month staff) and 14 PTO days (12 month staff)
Family First: 6 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks for non-primary caregivers when welcoming your new child.
Fertility Services: Coverage of fertility services and minimal out-of-pocket costs
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts: Up to $3,000 in HRA funds
Employer-Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance: AD&D benefit of one times salary through UNUM. This valuable benefit is provided at no cost to you.
Learn & Grow: Access to workshops, certifications, and ongoing professional development
Advance Your Career: University partnerships for certification.
Travel: Opportunities for global travel experiences.
Fertility Services: Coverage of fertility services and minimal out-of-pocket costs