Dean of Students (26-27)

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Dean of Students is responsible for shaping a structured supportive and achievement-driven school culture. This role involves developing and executing programs to address students behavioral and social challenges while also
supporting staff and parents. The Dean will collaborate closely with school personnel to implement behavior intervention plans and services for students ensuring that every student receives the guidance they need to succeed. The ideal candidate is a strong leader committed to fostering a positive school environment and ensuring
that students are well-prepared for success in college and beyond.

The ideal candidate for this position will be someone who thrives in a dynamic fast-paced environment and has a demonstrated ability to lead and motivate both students and staff. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are
essential as well as the ability to handle difficult situations with professionalism and empathy. The candidate should be passionate about creating a culture of high expectations that supports every students social emotional and
academic development.

As a Dean of Students you will internalize and drive towards cohort-specific academic and culture-related goals in pursuit of supporting KIPP Texas Public Schools in meeting organizational goals;

100% of KTX School achieve an A or B rating - TBD
95% of K-2 students reading on grade level DIBELS
KTX earn 90/75/40 on Reading STAAR
KTX earn 90/75/40 on Math STAAR
60% of seniors graduate having scored a 3 on at least a AP/IB exam
80% of student matriculate to a 4-year college
97% Average Daily Attendance
100% BOY Enrollment by Day 10
80% of Staff Retained

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Act as member of School Leadership Team
Collaborate with school leadership (SBMH APO Culture/SEL leader) to develop and implement school-wide initiatives.
Provide input on strategic decisions related to student behavior discipline and school culture.
Support the alignment of school vision and values across all programs and activities.
Actively contribute to school-wide meetings discussions and decision-making processes.
Actively attend regional training opportunities related to school culture and discipline adapting the knowledge and strategies to meet the specific needs and support the unique culture of your campus

School Culture Monitoring and Feedback
Conduct regular culture walkthroughs to assess student behavior and school environment.
Provide real-time feedback to staff on student engagement classroom management and overall school culture.
Monitor and analyze data related to attendance behavior and student engagement.
Implement and oversee systems for tracking behavior including DeansList and ClassDojo.
Review school culture data regularly to identify trends and areas for improvement.

Staff Culture Professional Development and Collaboration
Lead and participate in school culture and behavior management training for staff.
Provide classroom management strategies that align with campus behavior expectations.
Collaborate with staff to create and maintain a positive learning environment.
Offer guidance and support to staff in handling student behavior and crises.
Facilitate staff meetings to discuss behavior interventions and share best practices.

Family and Community Engagement
Strengthen home-school partnerships through regular communication and family engagement initiatives.
Support the KIPP Family Association (KFA) to build community involvement.
Host and organize family events to promote positive student culture.
Act as a liaison between the school and the community to foster a supportive network.
Work with families to address behavioral concerns and develop support plans for students.

Qualifications :

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Education and experience:
Minimum of a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
At least 2 years of teaching experience as a teacher of record in K-12 setting
Experience leading teachers and/or teacher leaders to improve academic and culture outcomes for students.
Proven experience in implementing and training adults in restorative practices including Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and other related frameworks.
Strong familiarity with TEA (Texas Education Agency) compliance requirements and regulations
Familiarity with Level I behavior and attendance monitoring systems (DeansList ClassDojo Skyward Purplesense) (preferred)
Experience working in education partnering with historically underserved communities and communities of color (preferred)

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:
Teaching Certification (Preferred)
Crisis Management Training (CPI training)

COMPETENCY AND SKILLS:
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment demonstrating strong prioritization organization and follow-up skills.
Demonstration of effective data analysis and management practices
Excellent interpersonal human relations and stress and conflict management skills
Excellent planning goal setting coordinating problem analysis and decision-making skills
Ability to facilitate and lead change initiatives and embrace innovation
Enthusiasm to engage parents and community

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school throughout the workday.
The candidate is expected to attend conferences meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person within the Region.

Additional Requirements:
Reliable transportation is needed for travel between campuses

Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Work with frequent interruptions.
Work Environment:
Reports to school site Monday-Friday.
Typical school environment with frequent interruptions.
Travel Requirements:
Minimal travel; may travel to other school sites or regional offices for professional learning or meetings.

Additional Information :

What We Bring to the Table:
Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans with coverage options for employees and their families.
Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies.
Paid family leave.
Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA.
Employee assistance programs.
KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans LifeLock identity protection life insurance and disability insurance.

EEO:
KIPP Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP Texas ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race creed gender color national origin religion age sexual orientation or disability. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Talent Team.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job duties. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures providing documents in an alternate format using a sign language interpreter or using specialized equipment.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time