Dean of Student Formation

Job DescriptionJob Description

Job summary: The Dean of Student Formation is a steward of the Diocese of Fort Worth and Nolan Catholic High School, tasked with fulfilling the educational vision of the Catholic Schools Office as set forth in the Nolan Catholic High School mission statement and informed by the following four drivers: Academics, Character Development, Faith Formation and Leadership. The Dean of Student Formation is part of the Nolan Catholic’s Leadership Team. As a result, the Dean of Student Formation works closely with the other principals and directors of the school, with major emphasis on the behavioral standards of the school. The Dean of Student Formation main responsibility is to support the Assistant Head of Student Affairs in enforcing disciplinary consequences for students who have violated the Parent/Student handbook, and in guiding the student culture toward the objectives delineated by the four drivers. The Dean of Student Formation reports to and is evaluated by the Assistant Head of Student Affairs with support from the Head of School.

Essential job functions

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
• Acts as a witness to the Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
• Develops a school climate reflecting Catholic identity
• Supports and adheres to the teachings of the Catholic Church, Code of Conduct, and policies and procedures of the Diocese
• Abides by the Confidentiality Policy set forth in the Diocese Employee Handbook
• Works closely with the Asst Head of School Programs to ensure that the school is reaching its objectives
• Works closely with the Manager of Operations and Controller to ensure compliance with operational policies and procedures as outlined by the Administrative Handbook
• Expected to know and help enforce diocesan policies as found in the Diocesan Employee Handbook, Catholic Schools Administrative Handbook, Administrative Procedures Handbook, and NCHS Faculty/Staff handbook
• Supports the Enrollment and Admissions Team by promoting the school via tours, information nights, and general admission events, etc.
• Works with the Enrollment and Admissions Team to ensure clear and effective enrollment procedures, vetting of students, and interviews
• Responsible for supporting other staff members toward being effective leaders
• Responsible for maintaining standards on student behavior.
• Responsible for managing student discipline issues.
• Responsible for creating a weekly report for student attendance/truancy and behavioral issues
• Responsible for upholding student uniform policies as outlined in the student handbook
• Monitor students in a variety of venues (e.g. lunch, passing periods, assemblies, concerts, dances, sports events, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
• Collaborates with the Athletic Director to ensure supervision at all athletic events
• Maintains a variety of manual and electronic documents, files and records for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference and complying with mandated requirements.
• Responsible for creating an auditable process for student investigations, evidence gathering, documenting and assigning discipline consequences, etc.
• Responsible for creating a checklist for investigations
• Is primarily responsible for maintaining the order of student behavior at student assemblies of all kinds including but not limited to House meetings, rallies, concerts and liturgies.
• Is primarily responsible for monitoring student behavior at home football games.
• Expected to be visible in the hallways during the school day as often as possible
• Responsible for the level of student traffic in the hallways during the school day
• Engage in self-development. Participate in school in-service programs for self-enrichment to maintain high qualify of practice, and seek further professional growth through other training/educational opportunities.
• Act in a manner that is consistently courteous and respectful of students, parents of students, colleagues, and other constituents of NCHS.
• Discharge duties according to the highest standards of performance, ethical behavior and professional practices.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and independence of thought.
• Required to protect confidentiality of information for all students and families, complying with all applicable legal requirements.
• Required to attend all mandatory meetings.
• Assume personal responsibility for timely completion of assignments without interference to quality of work.
• Adapt to changes in work environment, program requirements, and workload.
• Present and maintain professional appearance and demeanor; adhere to NCHS dress code.
• Assume responsibility for personal attendance and punctuality.
• Assist in training and orientation of other employees as requested.

Important job functions:

• Represent the administration of Nolan Catholic High School faithfully, loyally, consistently and clearly in all communications with all NCHS constituents (including, but not limited to, faculty, staff, parents, students, alumni, donors and board members). Communicate with all NCHS constituents in a manner intended to strengthen those constituent’s confidence in the school’s mission and administration.
• Offer feedback regarding school problems/issues/concerns to NCHS administration in a constructive and professional manner.
• Comply with all NCHS policies and procedures, the relevant policies and procedures of the Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth, and the diocesan code of conduct.
• Engage in relationships with immediate supervisor and other supervisors in a manner that is constructive, open to direction, and reflects commitment to an ethic of continuous improvement.

Minimum qualifications:Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher

Experience:

• Successful teaching experience at the secondary level

Knowledge, abilities, and skills:

• Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
• Knowledge of instructional methods/strategies and curriculum differentiation
• Knowledge of child and adolescent development, learning, and behavior
• Knowledge of the content and the methods of religious education
• Knowledge of effective assessment methods
• Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
• Able to work well with others in the school community
• Able to work independently and self-motivate
• Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously
• Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format
• Skill in job appropriate technology
• Skill in critical thinking and planning
• Skill in managing conflicts effectively
• Skill in organizational management and delegation of responsibilities
• Skill in using group process skills effectively with various school communities

Working Conditions:

• Required to work some nights and weekends
• Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress
• Required to work a full school day
• Required to work in standard school and office conditions

Mental/Physical Demands:

• Required to lift or carry classroom supplies, textbook, furniture, and equipment to a minimum of 35 pounds
• Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of emotion
• Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak on a daily basis
• Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and reading
• Required to monitor students in a variety of locations including those with noise, activity, and inclement weather

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