Upper School Dean of Students

Greenhill School•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Upper School Dean of Students plays a central role in fostering a strong and supportive student community, with primary responsibility for student conduct, well-being, and the overall culture of the Upper School. The Dean works closely with students, families, and faculty to guide student growth and uphold community expectations, while collaborating with the Dean of Student Life to support a cohesive and engaging student experience. This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt position. Evening and weekend work is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
Teaching experience, ideally in independent schools.
Leadership training or previous experience leading a team of educators.
Have a desire to be part of a community that values difference and actively engages with it.
Show a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (e.g., familiarity with concepts; evidence of relevant personal growth; examples of relevant practice, etc.).
Be a motivated collaborator, possess a strong work ethic, and have a positive spirit.
Have an ability to welcome and include others and an openness to collaboration across differences.
Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality of sensitive information.
Proficiency with spreadsheets, LMS and SIS database platforms for attendance, record keeping, etc.
Demonstrate compassion and empathy towards students.
Ability to facilitate and lead groups of parents, students, and/or faculty/staff.
Have visibility in various Upper School locations, interacting with US students.
Proficiency with conflict resolution and/or mediation.

Responsibilities

Teach the equivalent of one yearlong course.
Recommend and participate in the development of Upper School policies and procedures.
Oversee and implement all disciplinary matters, maintain accurate student records, and timely communication with relevant constituencies.
Coordinate Upper School attendance policies in collaboration with the Upper School Attendance Clerk and grade level teams, including off-campus privileges for 12th-grade students.
Oversee the US Advisory program, including the coordination of grade level deans, advisory curriculum, budgeting, and programming, in collaboration with the Dean of Student Life.
Facilitate the US Student Support Team, maintaining records.
Communicate consistently with Upper School students, including but not limited to calendars, schedules, and updates that impact day-to-day operations for students.
Serve as Ex Officio member and oversee the Honor Council.
Supervise and conduct elections for Student Council and the Arts, Athletics, and Service Boards with assistance from the Dean of Student Life and other faculty sponsors.
Partner with the Dean of Student Life to develop, coordinate, and oversee student safety and conduct protocols for both on-campus and off-campus activities.
Attend monthly meetings with senior parent representatives.
Other duties as assigned.