(Avondale) Dean of Students (End of May)

Sun Valley Academy; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Valley Academy seeks a Dean of Students to oversee student discipline and multiple school functions. The ideal candidate will collaborate with staff and parents to enhance student life and ensure a productive learning environment. This role offers competitive pay and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Full medical benefits

401K retirement program

Opportunities to lead after school clubs

Qualifications

• At least five years of teaching experience required.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Responsibilities

• Oversee student discipline and school functions.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, and students.
• Manage and oversee sports and extracurricular programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Master's in Education

Job description

Dean of Students

Location: Avondale Campus

Salary: $60,000-$67,000 per year

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT SUN VALLEY ACADEMY

As the Dean of Students, you would work closely with the site principal, be responsible for student discipline and have oversight of multiple school functions.

You will also:

• Collaborate with the site principal and administrative team to implement meaningful student assessment, data collection and analysis to effectively monitor student growth, and inform educational practice
• Enhance overall quality of student life to include programming student focused events, extracurricular activities, and overseeing student behavior
• Work collaboratively with parents, teachers, and students to provide students with assistance in meeting their educational needs
• Coordinate, facilitate and implement disciplinary intervention steps, including Leader in Me (LIM) habits, and working closely with the school Principal
• Support teachers with the management of their advisory teams and respond appropriately to student issues
• Manage and oversee school master calendar
• Assist with ensuring a productive learning environment through continual collaboration with teachers, students, and parents
• Facilitate opportunities to connect with students, staff and community members by being present and available during arrival and dismissal, by appearing at school functions, and being responsive to said stakeholders
• Implement student discipline management practices that support changes in student behavior, effective classroom instruction, and a safe school environment
• Assume responsibility for the implementation and observance of all governing policies and regulations by the school's staff and students
• Site test coordinators for AZELLA and AZM2 State testing
• Assist with supervision of support staff (e.g. paraprofessionals)
• Collaborate with site principal to create and monitor before, during and after school duty schedules
• Assist with scholar recruitment initiatives
• Manage incoming scholar assessments
• Manage and oversee all Kinder contracts and 45 day screeners
• Serve as the liaison to the parent coalition
• Collaborate and manage the SPED Program in conjunction with the site principal
• Manage, develop and oversee school assemblies, award ceremonies and special events
• Manage and oversee sports and extracurricular programs
• Manage and oversee field trips
• Provide support with curriculum implementation
• Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of intervention programs that address the needs of at-risk students
• Monitor and organize attendance functions; prepare letters, call parents, and attend meetings as needed regarding absent or tardy students; provide leadership for attendance improvement efforts
• Provide direction to a variety of faculty, staff, and student programs and services; participate in formal and informal classroom visitations and observations; provide recommendations and suggestions for improvement as appropriate
• Liaison to the after-school program in collaboration with school staff and/or personnel from outside agencies
• Attend meetings of parent and other groups; provides supervision for afternoon and evening activities
• Offer additional training and guidance as necessary based on evaluations of professional staff
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's in Education or related subjects
• At least five (5) years of teaching experience required
• Fingerprint Clearance Card

Preferred Qualifications

• School Administrator License
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the proven ability to professionally and effectively communicate with educators, parents, and community leaders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent supervisory and leadership skills

About Us

Sun Valley Academy is a premier charter school district serving students in the Avondale, Glendale, and South Mountain communities. We believe in educating the whole child by focusing on academics, leadership development, community involvement, extracurricular activities, and creating a nurturing environment. As a Leader in Me School, our students began learning and implementing leadership principles in Kindergarten and continue throughout their academic career. At Sun Valley Academy, we celebrate and promote diversity and inclusion, build community partnerships, and seek sustainable practices to preserve our environment.

About You Our New SVA Team Member!

You are an enthusiastic and strong leader who is looking to grow your career with an expanding organization. You are talented and love working with students, families and teachers. You enjoy making a difference in the lives of children and you thrive in a fast-paced environment! Not only are you a highly qualified, motivated, self-starter; you work well with others, you seek solutions to challenges, you are comfortable managing internal and external relationships, and you are a proven and effective leader with teachers and students.

What We Offer You

At SVA, we offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a warm and loving environment, opportunities to lead after school clubs and programs, and future growth opportunities.

Notice of Non-discrimination

Sun Valley Academy provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Employee Benefits

Sun Valley offers competitive salary, full medical benefits and a 401K retirement program. We are a warm, caring, supportive environment where all team members work hard to give our students the best possible academic outcomes.

Background Screening Process

To ensure safety for all students, all staff members may be fingerprinted. Background checks will be conducted on all school staff prior to their service as employees.