[School Year 2026-2027] Middle School Dean of SEL and Community

Dream•New York City, NY

22d•$75,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Originally founded in 1991 as Harlem RBI, DREAM has grown to annually serve more than 2,500 youth across East Harlem and the South Bronx through a network of seven PreK-12, extended-day, extended-year DREAM Charter Schools and community sports-based youth development programs. Through our commitment to rigorous academics, social-emotional learning, deep family and community engagement, and health and wellness, we create lifelong learners who are equipped to fulfill their vision of success in and out of the classroom. We dream big, as well, with an aggressive five-year plan to expand to serve 3,500 students across seven schools —growing our organization’s impact and leveling the playing field for all children. To learn more, visit wearedream.org . The Dean of SEL and Community will be responsible for leading DREAM’s social-emotional Learning Program at Highbridge Middle School and driving the positive culture for school community, staff, families and students. The ideal candidate is a reliable team player with deep expertise in and commitment to positive youth development and SEL.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in education, social work, youth development or related field; advanced degree in an education field, preferred
Minimum 5 years experience working with and engaging youth, families and teachers, with at least 2 years in a management role managing full-time teams to outcomes
Successful experience in people management and/or coaching and leading professional development in large group, small group and one-on-one settings, strongly preferred
Strong track record of success and achievement orientation
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Air-tight follow through
Outstanding organizational skills and airtight follow through, including the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong critical thinking skills, including the ability to independently solve problems
Successful experience leading professional development in large group, small group and one-on-one settings
A desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, families, and community
Deep embodiment of DREAM’s organizational values of teamwork, diversity, integrity, and fun
A strong belief in the mission and values of DREAM, including the desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, families, and community.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Self-starter and ability to innovate and think creatively

Responsibilities

Serve as a member of the Middle/High School Leadership Teams
Supervise and provide professional development of the Family Engagement Managers to ensure strong family partnership and engagement and strong family satisfaction
Supervise the school-based SEL Specialists to ensure high quality tier 1 and 2 SEL support and services; including Conduct walkthroughs, review student life data systems, collaborate with other Leadership Team members and drive changes as needed to improve student culture outcomes.
Lead school-based community outreach initiatives including school events, attendance support, and family support case management
Design and Lead the execution of positive culture initiatives and systems to build positive community among staff, families and students (community gatherings, family events, staff SEL, student incentive systems)
Lead execution of the SEL curriculum in Advisory, Homeroom and SEL intervention that drives student social-emotional development
Design lesson plans, aligned with DREAM’s network SEL vision for teachers and SEL Specialist
Collaborate with Academic Deans to utilize student academic and social emotional learning achievement data to customize and improve instruction
Drive the execution of SEL data systems including SEL data administration and collection, data analysis, continuous improvement, and action planning
Provide coaching and professional development for school staff to improve the execution of SEL programming (e.g. observation and feedback, whole group PD).
Additional duties related to the running of the school as assigned.

Benefits

Flexible Medical Health Plans, subsidizing the majority of costs for the employee, their spouse/domestic partner and children
The ability to select between a variety of medical plans according to what best suits the employee’s needs
Dental and vision plans
Disability benefits
Life insurance
Up to 12 weeks fully paid of Parental Leave
Flexible spending account options
Pre-tax commuter benefits (parking and transit)
Fitness and entertainment discounts
A variety of support through our employee assistance program (EAP)
403(b) retirement plan with employer match starting at 4% after one year, with increases tied to DREAM tenure
Referral, performance, and tenure milestone bonuses
Discounted school meals through our in-house Scratch Food Program
Tuition reimbursement support
Access to a professional development fund
School-based 12-month employees have approximately 48 days off throughout the school year including holidays, school breaks, personal days, and wellness days.