Dean of Student Affairs Specialist

3 days ago


New York, New York, United States Uncommon Schools NYC Full time

**Job Title:** Dean of Student Affairs Specialist

**Location:** Uncommon Schools NYC

**Estimated Salary:** $65,000 - $103,900 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

About Us

At Uncommon Schools NYC, we believe that every student deserves a high-quality education that prepares them for success in college, careers, and beyond. Our mission is to create a world where all students have access to excellent educational opportunities, regardless of their background or zip code.

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community that enables our students and staff to thrive. We strive to create a work environment that values and respects the perspectives, experiences, and talents of all individuals.

Job Description

The Dean of Student Affairs Specialist will play a critical role in supporting the school's efforts to create a positive, structured, and achievement-oriented school culture. This individual will work closely with the Dean of Students to ensure that all students demonstrate dramatic student achievement gains and internalize the school's values.

This includes:

  • Working closely with the Dean of Students to establish a positive, structured, achievement-oriented, and creative school culture.
  • Supporting teachers to hold all students to high and consistent behavioral expectations.
  • Serving as a point person for dealing with behavioral crisis-intervention and acute behavioral issues.
  • Acting as a resource to teachers in their instructional practice, especially as it relates to issues of discipline, relationships with students, classroom management, and school culture.
  • Assisting teachers, students, and parents in the effective creation and implementation of individual behavior plans.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and strong interpersonal skills with students, parents, colleagues, and community members. A bachelor's degree is required, and a belief in and alignment with Uncommon's core beliefs and educational philosophy is non-negotiable.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive, flexible, and competitive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. These include:

  • Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time and school breaks (spring, winter, and summer) + additional sustainability half days throughout the school year.
  • Extensive, best-in-class training and development.
  • Choice of 3 comprehensive health insurance plans.
  • Pre-tax flexible spending and health saving accounts.
  • Financial planning & wellness including 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match, 529 college savings program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness application assistance, financial planning tools and assistance.
  • Dependent Care FSA, back up childcare and daycare discounts.
  • Paid leave of absence including fully paid parental leave, fully paid medical leave, and additional paid Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance.


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