Tiverton High School Temporary Dean of Students

Job Title: Temporary Dean of StudentsReports to: Acting PrincipalSchool: Tiverton High SchoolTerm ends: June 17 2026Primary PurposeThe temporary Dean of Students supports the overall operation of the school by coordinating assigned student activities services and systems that promote a safe orderly and positive learning environment. This position assists in the implementation of student support structures school policies and behavioral expectations to ensure a productive educational Rhode Island Secondary Teacher Certification requiredKnowledge Skills and AbilitiesThorough understanding of school operations and secondary education systemsStrong organizational communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to coordinate support services and campus operationsAbility to implement and uphold policies and procedures consistentlyAbility to collect interpret and use data to support decision-makingAbility to work effectively with students staff families and community membersStrong public relations skills and professional judgmentExperienceMinimum of three (3) years of successful classroom teaching experienceMajor Responsibilities and DutiesSchool Culture and Student SupportPromote a positive caring and inclusive climate for learningFoster respectful relationships among students staff and familiesEnsure equitable and consistent application of student expectations and supportsHelp implement a school-wide student discipline system that encourages positive behaviorStudent Behavior and DisciplineEnsure school rules are clearly communicated consistently applied and fairly enforcedConduct student parent and staff conferences regarding behavioral and school-related concernsSupport restorative and corrective approaches to student disciplineOperations and SupervisionSupervise school operations in the absence of the PrincipalEnsure adequate supervision of students during non-instructional timesAssist with monitoring student attendance and collaborate with attendance staff on follow-up interventionsAssist with safety inspections and coordination of safety drills and proceduresCommunication and CollaborationCommunicate effectively with students staff parents and community stakeholdersParticipate in campus improvement planning with staff families and community membersArticulate the schools mission and support community engagement effortsEncourage and support parent and community involvement in school initiativesCompliance and AccountabilityEnsure compliance with all applicable federal and state laws regulations and School Committee policiesSupport equitable and consistent implementation of school procedures and expectationsUse data to inform decision-making and improve student outcomesAdditional DutiesPerform other duties as assigned by the Principal or district leadershipWorking ConditionsMental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental FactorsMaintain emotional control under stressWork in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptionsRespond effectively to student staff and operational needs throughout the school dayCompensationThis interim position includes a $1200 stipend for the duration of the to ApplyInterested internal candidates must submit a letter of interest no later than 11:00 AM Wednesday April 29 2026