Dean of Students

Job Title:Dean of Students

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt Reports to:Campus Principal

Dept./School:Assigned Campus and Level

Responsible for overseeing the academic program under the direction of the campus principal ensure sound implementation of curriculum and staff development to improve student achievement.

Education/Certification:

• Masters degree in educational administration preferred
• Valid Texas principal or other appropriate certificate preferred. At a minimum must be enrolled and working towards Texas principal certification
• Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) appraiser

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Working knowledge in Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) Resource System
• Ability to interpret data
• Excellent organizational communication public relations and interpersonal skills

Experience:

5years classroom teacher experience preferred

3years instructional leadership experience preferred

Note: Duties are subject to change based on the candidates skill level and the skills of the administrative team.

1. Assist the school principal with the overall administration of the instructional program at the campus level and coordinate assigned student activities and services.
2. Provide leadership in the identification evaluation and selection of instructional programs resources and equipment for increased student achievement.
3. Facilitate improved student performance through the professional growth of teachers and staff as measured by course work and assessment data.
4. Provide quality instructional support and feedback on the instructional effectiveness of the campus.
5. Work with the principal to develop and implement the master schedule.
6. Assist in designing and providing professional development based on data analysis and campus needs.
7. Meet regularly with academic department heads and assistant principals to ensure vertical and horizontal alignment of curriculum.
8. Manage Response to Intervention (RTI) programs including assisting with the identification of at-risk students and coordinating early intervention strategies.

School Improvement

1. Plan and coordinate tutorials interventions additional support and resources and other instructional programs for students in need of assistance.
2. Facilitate and assist with the development of an effective campus improvement plan based on student needs.
3. Ensure that student progress is evaluated on a regular systematic basis and that the findings are used to make instructional programs and services more effective.

School and Community Relations

1. Conduct conferences with parents students and teachers.
2. Increase awareness of the schools guidelines and expectations for student learning and achievement among students staff and parents.

Other

1. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervise evaluate and recommend the hiring and firing of assigned staff assigned including

teachers paraprofessionals and custodians.

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.

Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping pushing pulling and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun heat cold and inclement weather) exposure to noise; occasional districtwide and statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress