LISA Academy West Middle School Dean of Students
LISA Academy West Middle School Dean of Students
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Job Description
Position:
Dean of Students
Department/Campus:
Campus
Reports to:
Principal
FLSA Status:
Certified
Job Type:
Full Time
JOB GOAL
Responsible for assisting the principal in providing the instructional and administrative leadership necessary for addressing student achievement and overall school effectiveness.
- Assists in the development and administration of school programs consistent with school district goals and objectives.
- Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of educational programs including curricular and extracurricular activities.
- Promotes a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction cooperative curriculum development and student learning.
- Assists in ensuring that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars workshops or professional meetings or by conducting research.
- Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or strategies to teaching.
- Assists in coordinating the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop and implement instructional programs and teaching practices.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and works with teaching staff to modify instructional methods to fit students needs including students with special needs.
- Assists in the recruitment and selection of employees the proper maintenance of employee personnel files the administration of collective bargaining agreements corrective action and other human resource issues.
- Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs.
- Encourages parental involvement in students education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Ensures that student conduct and attendance conforms with the schools standards and school district policies.
- Supervises and evaluates teaching staff and other building employees in accordance with the school districts evaluation plan and makes recommendations regarding goals areas needing improvement and continued employment.
- Assists in the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district policies.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal Superintendent and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note:The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Use standard office equipment such as personal computers printer copier and fax machines and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of Middle school curriculum and concepts.
- Knowledge of best practices in administration program evaluation and staff supervision.
- Knowledge of data information systems data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to develop and implement projects.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
- Ability to engage in selfevaluation with regard to leadership performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Physical and Mental Demands Work Hazards
Work in standard office and school building environments.
Note:Also see the Summary of Physical Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.
Qualifications Profile
Certification/License:
- State Certification as required for position.
- Teaching Certification in related area (i.e. Middle School or subject area and grade level).
- Motor Vehicle Operators License or ability to provide own transportation.
Education
- Bachelors and Masters Degree from an accredited college or university preferably in School Administration.
- Sixth year doctorate or other planned program in related field preferred.
Experience
- Extensive successful teaching experience preferably at the Middle School level and preferably in more than one grade level.
- Successful experience as an administrator preferred.
- Charter schoolexperiencepreferred.
Employment Type
Full-Time
