Assistant Dean of Students

Excelsior Village Academies, Inc.; Stockbridge (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Laptop provided

Professional development

Work email and supplies provided

Job summary

Excelsior Village Academies, Inc. in Stockbridge, GA seeks an Assistant Dean of Students to support a positive school culture through student-centered problem solving and partnerships with families and teachers.

The role focuses on de-escalation, behavior support, and organizing school-wide events, with eligibility to work in the United States and occasional evening hours; salary is $35,000 per year with comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in youth development.
• Experience with children in an elementary/middle school setting, or other youth work.
• Background in behavior support and school culture, including de-escalation and restorative practices.

Responsibilities

• Support de-escalation and proactive solutions for scholars in elementary through middle school.
• Facilitate and support the organization of school-wide events.

Skills

Strong communication

De-escalation

Restorative practices

Education

Youth development degree

Job description

Excelsior Village Academies, Inc. is a K-8 public charter school dedicated to rigorous academics, community-centered learning, and a positive school culture. We serve scholars across multiple Georgia counties and work every day to create a school environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

As Assistant Dean of Students, you will play an important role in helping maintain a strong, supportive student culture. This position is centered on student support, problem-solving, and partnership across the school community, helping scholars navigate challenges while reinforcing high expectations and a mission-driven approach to learning and growth.

Responsibilities

• Support de-escalation and proactive solutions for scholars in elementary through middle school.
• Facilitate and support the organization of school-wide events.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in youth development.
• Experience working with children in an elementary and middle school setting, or other experience working with kids.
• Background in behavior support, school culture, or discipline work in a school setting, including experience with de-escalation and restorative practices.
• Experience coordinating student-facing activities and events.
• Strong communication skills with students, teachers, school leaders, and families.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Availability for occasional evenings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with behavior tracking systems.
• Familiarity with PBIS.
• Familiarity with MTSS.

We offer an annual salary of 35,000 USD, along with comprehensive health benefits.

All staff members are equipped with the tools needed to succeed, including relevant and quality professional development, laptop computer, email, and all necessary supplies.