2026-2027 Dean Of Students Applicant Pool (Elementary, Middle, High)

TBD Location; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk Public Schools is seeking a Dean of Students to assist the principal in maintaining a disciplined and safe school environment across elementary, middle, and high school levels in Suffolk, VA. The role involves communicating with parents about behavior, reviewing referrals, and implementing the district discipline plan.

Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of teaching experience; a master’s degree and administrative endorsement are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree and three years of teaching experience required or equivalent.
• Master’s degree preferred; administrative endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists the principal in disciplining students and maintaining school safety.
• Contacts parents regarding discipline matters and reviews referrals from staff.
• Supports implementation of the school discipline plan and safety programs.
• Assists administrators, teachers and bus staff to ensure safe transportation and operations.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship building

School law knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Three years teaching experience

Master’s degree preferred

Administrative endorsement preferred

Job description

2026-2027 Dean Of Students Applicant Pool (Elementary, Middle, High)

Suffolk Public Schools TBD Location - Suffolk, Virginia Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Suffolk Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5857530
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

DEAN OF STUDENTS

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

Performs difficult professional work assisting the principal in the discipline of students. The Dean of Students is responsible for contacting the parents regarding discipline matters. This involves reviewing referrals from staff and acting upon behavior that warrants disciplinary action. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Principal.

This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge or skills associated with

• May Serve as LEA.
• Assesses and resolves all behavior problems that disrupt the learning process or the safety of students or staff.
• Confers with parents and students relating to behavioral adjustment and academic goals.
• Assists in the implementation of the school discipline plan.
• Assists with providing a safe and secure school environment.
• Assists administrators, teachers, bus drivers and bus aides to assure safe transportation to and from school.
• Assist with emergency situations when needed.
• Assists the principals/assistant principal in other areas as directed.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must have thorough knowledge of school law. (State and local). Must have leadership and management skills necessary to work with students, teachers, parents, and administrators. Strong oral and written communication skills; outstanding leadership and personal characteristics; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, parents, teachers, and students.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree and three years of teaching experience. Master’s degree preferred. Administrative endorsement preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a Virginia Teaching License.

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

AA/EOE STATEMENT

This employer does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or national origin.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $69,300 to $116,103 Per Year

Job Categories:

Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• School Administrative Offices
• Suffolk, Virginia 23434
• Phone: [phone]