Dean of Students

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KIPP Delta is part of the nationwide KIPP non-profit network of 275 college-preparatory, public charter schools educating early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school students. KIPP Delta currently serves more than 1,200 students across 5 schools in Helena and Blytheville, AR.
Job Description

Under the direction of the Principal, the Dean of Students, 7th-12th serves as an
instructional leader in the planning, coordination, and administration of school activities and programs, including curriculum, instruction, assessment, student conduct and attendance, athletics and extracurricular programs, school plant operations, and the supervision and evaluation of assigned personnel.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of intervention programs that address the needs of at-risk students.

• Performs a variety of administrative duties to assist the Principal in managing the school; assumes the duties of the Principal in the absence of the Principal and as assigned.
• Assists the Principal in providing instructional leadership to the school.
• Supervises and evaluates the performance of designated certificated and/or classified personnel; assigns duties to faculty and staff as appropriate to meet school objectives; assists with the recruiting, interviewing, and selection of new faculty and staff.
• Develops and administers disciplinary procedures in accordance with district policies and state laws; receives referrals and confers with students, parents, teachers, community agencies, and law enforcement; responds to and resolves parent, student, and staff concerns and complaints; serves on discipline or expulsion panels as assigned.
• Supervises students on campus before and after school; monitors students during lunch, recess, passing periods, and other activities; instructs students in appropriate behavior; disciplines students in accordance with established guidelines.
• Monitors and organizes attendance functions; prepares letters, calls parents, and attends meetings as needed, regarding absent or tardy students; provides leadership for attendance improvement efforts.
• Provides direction to a variety of faculty, staff, and student programs and services; participates in formal and informal classroom visitations and observations; provides recommendations and suggestions for improvement as appropriate.
• Participates as needed in Individual Educational Plan meetings and Student Study Teams.
• Liaison to the after school program in collaboration with school staff and/or personnel from outside agencies.
• Liaison to student government, extracurricular activities, the student athletics program, and other competitive or performance programs and events. Supervises activities, including evening activities, as assigned. Coordinates with Athletics and Band Boosters to plan and carry out the school's student activities. -Participates in interviewing, selecting, hiring, and supervising of personnel involved with a variety of student activities.
• Attends meetings of parent and other groups; provides supervision for afternoon and evening activities.
• Works with the Principal to establish a safe and secure learning environment for students. Develops plans for emergency situations in collaboration with other administrators, staff, and public safety agencies; directs the work of yard duty staff and crossing guards; plans and debriefs emergency drills; updates the school safety plan.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of district, county, state, and federal records and reports; directs preparation of records and reports by staff..

• Participates in administrative meetings and training to improve administrative skills; maintains current knowledge of the district's adopted curriculum.
• Performs other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
• Establishes and maintains productive, collaborative relationships with others.
• Relates to students with mutual respect while carrying out a positive and effective disciplinary program.
• Models district standards of ethics, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Meets schedules and deadlines.
• Plans and organizes work.
• Analyzes and interprets assessment results for the purpose of designing and modifying instruction.
• Follows through with directives.
• Performs a wide variety of specialized tasks; interprets and applies rules and regulations as appropriate.
• Applies knowledge of school law and district policy.
• Operates office equipment including a computer with a variety of software related to job requirements.
• Applies knowledge of best practices in curriculum, instruction, and assessment, and methods of supporting and extending instruction and student learning.
• Creates an environment where children from diverse backgrounds are comfortable and experience success.
• Builds relationships with families.
• Completes work before deadlines despite constant interruptions.
• Reads, interprets, applies, and explains rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains consistent, punctual, and regular attendance.
• Demonstrates knowledge of correct English grammar and usage.
• Prepares and delivers oral presentations to groups.
• Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions.
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Uses effective interpersonal skills including tact, patience, and courtesy.

Qualifications

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Energetic and positive approach to responsibilities. Drive to attain results; proven experience and effectiveness in improving student achievement in classroom and/or school. Has a positive attitude; demonstrates compassion. Self-motivated; able to accept criticism and grow as a result. Strong communication and organizational skills.

Additional Information

Salary
Our compensation is very competitive and is commensurate with experience Free individual level health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision***Free individual short-term and long-term disability insurance ***403(b) retirement program with a company match ***To support teacher practice and their growth, all lead teachers receive individualized coaching and professional development
As an equal opportunity employer, KIPP Delta does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other basis made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations.

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