Middle School Dean of Students

4 weeks ago

Beverly Hills, California, United States Detroit Country Day School Full time
Detroit Country Day School is a private, independent, co-educational, non-denominational, preschool through grade 12, college preparatory school focused on a well-rounded liberal arts education. Emphasis on academics, arts, athletics, and character development is prevalent across the curriculum. DCDS believes diversity, equity, and inclusion are educational imperatives for the intellectual, social, and moral growth of every child. We honor the dignity of every human being and value differences that exist and are expressed throughout our vibrant school. Position Summary Detroit Country Day School is seeking a Middle School Dean of Students. The Dean of Students is the primary advocate for students in the division and is responsible for all academic and non-academic, student-related matters. This position will work collaboratively and in full partnership with the School Director to nurture a student experience that meets the needs and opportunities of our students. The Dean will focus on the student life experience, monitor the students' overall behavior and well-being, and be thought partners with the Middle School Director regarding school culture. The Dean position develops and implements student-life education, programs, and policies and monitors students' progress outside the classroom. Each Grade Dean teaches two class sections and is responsible for administrative oversight of a specific grade level, 6th, 7th or 8th. This position reports to the Director of the Middle School. Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Demonstrate visible, active leadership in the daily life of the school, including during the daily routines of arrival, dismissal, and lunch as well as at major divisional and school functions and events such as those that occur beyond the school day.
  • Build and foster meaningful relationships and connections with students and their parents, especially with those in each dean's respective grade, and provide students with encouragement and support
  • Work collaboratively as a part of the Middle School administration team to support students, parents, and faculty.
  • Coordinate with the student support team to address student needs and offer leadership when considering the intersection of academic, behavioral, social, and emotional supports
  • Support and communicate the community expectations including the code of conduct, honor code, and other major school rules
  • Assist the Middle School Director with major discipline cases
  • Oversee and adjudicate minor discipline in the dean's respective grade, based on a student-focused, restorative discipline model that reinforces accountability, school culture, and community values
  • Collaborate with the School Director and other faculty in facilitating assemblies and clubs/PM programming
  • Manage daily student attendance
  • Conduct student and logistics meetings with the grade-level team on a regular basis (i.e., every two weeks)
  • Plan and publish the daily FLEX calendar
  • Plan and create special schedules
  • Facilitate placement process for advisory groups
  • Partner with Admissions in onboarding new students and participate in Admission Open House events
  • Provide oversight for grade-level events
  • Attend department and division meetings
  • Act as backup for other Deans as needed
  • Participate on the Crisis Management Team with the Director of Security and Safety and other members of the School's Executive Leadership Management Team
  • Assist with the planning and oversight of new student orientation and opening of school activities with the Middle School Director
  • Teach 2 classes; may provide coverage for absent faculty
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the School Director
Qualifications
  • A bachelor's degree in Education or a related field is required. Masters degree, preferred.
  • The preferred candidate will be an experienced middle school educator with a deep understanding of student life programs, policies, and operations.
  • A forward-thinking, inspiring, and calm leader with the capacity to work collaboratively to accomplish shared goals.
  • High levels of emotional intelligence and the ability to navigate the complexities and ambiguities within the position.
  • Fosters a positive, caring environment consistent with the mission, beliefs and core values of the school
  • Demonstrate alignment with the school's mission, purpose, values, culture, and strategic priorities
  • Excellent planning and time management skills
  • Maintain high professional standards for integrity, tactfulness, discretion, fairness, and confidentiality
  • Growth-minded and actively seek avenues for personal and professional development
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, and experience conducting small to large meetings
  • Team player with the ability to seek input from multiple sources to inform decision making
  • High level of energy and enthusiasm
  • Exhibits character and integrity consistent with professional expectations and standards of behavior of the School
  • Passionate about, comfortable with, and finds enjoyment in working with middle school students
  • Able to balance the many demands of the position and demonstrates an ability to lead by positive example
  • Makes sound decisions and implements them in a timely manner, and tends to problems promptly
  • Visible, approachable, and diligent, and possess a strong, proactive work ethic
  • Able to communicate clearly and timely, and in a confidential manner with students, parents, and colleagues
Applying for the Position Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and references, and supporting materials online at

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