Dean of Students
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Job Location:
Ripley, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
22 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
Job Title: Dean of Students Exemption Status:Exempt/Certified
Reports to:Principal Date Revised:01/20/2026
Dept./School:RipleyHigh School
POSITION SUMMARY
The Dean of Students at Ripley High School serves as a key member of the administrative leadership team working collaboratively with the Principal and Assistant Principals to support student behavior attendance school climate and overall student development. The Dean of Students plays a central role in maintaining a safe respectful and orderly learning environment while fostering positive relationships among students staff families and the community.
This position focuses on proactive behavior management consistent implementation of school policies student support and the development of a strong positive school culture aligned with Ripley High Schools mission and expectations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
Student Discipline & Behavior
Supports the administration in managing student discipline in accordance with district policies and the student handbook.
Investigates behavioral incidents implements appropriate consequences and documents interventions.
Monitors patterns in student behavior and collaborates with administrators to address recurring concerns.
Assists with restorative practices conflict resolution and behavior improvement plans.
School Climate & Culture
Promotes a positive respectful and inclusive school culture that supports student engagement and accountability.
Supports student leadership initiatives extracurricular activities and school events (e.g. assemblies dances clubs).
Reinforces school-wide expectations related to dress code conduct attendance and transitions.
Student Support & Well-Being
Serves as a resource for students experiencing academic behavioral attendance or social-emotional challenges.
Collaborates with counselors special education staff and administrators to support students individual needs.
Assists in connecting students and families with appropriate school or community resources when needed.
Supports crisis response and student safety efforts as directed by administration.
Administrative & Operational Support
Assists the Principal and Assistant Principals with daily school operations including supervision during non-instructional times (hallways lunch arrival/dismissal events).
Supports enforcement of school and district policies with consistency and fairness.
May assume delegated administrative duties as assigned particularly related to student conduct and development.
Parent & Community Relations
Communicates with parents/guardians regarding student behavior attendance and support plans.
Conducts parent conferences and collaborates with families to support student success.
Represents the school in a professional manner that reflects positively on Ripley High School.
Program Oversight & Collaboration
Supports student programming and activities aligned with the schools goals and mission.
Collaborates with teachers to address student behavior concerns and classroom support strategies.
Works closely with the leadership team to review data related to discipline attendance and school climate to inform decisions.
CORE FOCUS AREAS
Behavior Management:Discipline attendance dress code tardies and supervision
Student Development:Leadership accountability and positive decision-making
Collaboration:Supporting teachers and administrators with student-related concerns
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree required (Masters degree in Educational Leadership or related field preferred).
Valid Tennessee teaching license required; administrative endorsement preferred or willingness to pursue.
Experience working with high school students in an educational or leadership role.
Strong communication organization and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage challenging situations with professionalism consistency and sound judgment.
Commitment to fostering a positive school culture and supporting student success.
Key Skills
- Fiscal Management
- Teacher Coaching
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Experience
- Education Administration
- Strategic Planning
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Administrative Experience
- Cordova
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
