Dean of Students

Basis-Independent-Schools; Dublin (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Company retirement match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

FSA option

Tuition remission for children

Job summary

BASIS Independent Dublin is seeking a Dean of Students to lead a positive, achievement-oriented school culture across grades 5-12 as we open in September 2026.

You will manage behavior programs, collaborate with teachers and families, and ensure well-being of students through organized supports and attendance at faculty meetings.

Join our founding team to shape programs, schedules, and student experiences that inspire growth and high standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or higher.
• Master's degree preferred where applicable.
• 3-5 years experience as a primary/middle/high school dean preferred.
• Fingerprint clearance card must be obtainable.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers to resolve differences in communication with parents and students.
• Organize and review results of various student assessments.
• Review progress reports, mid-semester reports.
• Organize and execute student academic and behavior support.
• Maintain student discipline and follow through with documentation.
• Coordinate planning and preparation for new student orientation.
• Communicate and meet with parents regarding student performance and/or conduct.
• Participate in development of academic and student schedules.
• Participate in planning and execution of standardized assessments.
• Support teachers in building positive relationships with parents.
• Coordinate student academic support interventions.
• Work with Student Support team to operate after-school programming.
• Participate in faculty and staff meetings.
• Organize students' arrival and dismissal.

Skills

Relationship building

Data analysis

Oral and written communication

Judgment and decision making

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Work under pressure

Attention to detail

Patience and flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

3-5 years as dean

Fingerprint clearance

Job description

BASIS Independent Dublin, a grades 5-12 private school, is seeking qualified candidates for a Dean of Students - Whole School!

BASIS Independent Dublin is set to open in September 2026, bringing our world-class approach to education to a vibrant new community. We're searching for passionate educators, administrators, and support staff who are eager to make a lasting impact. By joining our founding team, you'll have a unique opportunity to shape the culture, programs, and experiences that will inspire generations of students.

What We're Looking For

As Dean of Students, you help lead the efforts to build and maintain a strong, positive, achievement-oriented school culture. You will manage the behavior programs for the school and establish strong, mutually respectful relationships with students and families. This position is a visible presence in all areas of the school and is responsible for all issues relating to the well-being of the students at school.

Your Primary Responsibilities

• Support teachers to resolve differences in communication with parents and students
• Organize and review results of various student assessments
• Review progress reports, mid-semester reports
• Organize and execute student academic and behavior support
• Maintain student discipline and follow through with documentation
• Coordinate the planning and preparation for new student orientation
• Communicate and meet with parents regarding student performance and/or conduct
• Participate in the development of academic and student schedules
• Participate in the planning and execution of standardized assessments
• Support teachers in building positive relationships with parents
• Coordinate student academic support interventions
• Work with other members of the Student Support team to operate after school programming
• Participate in all faculty and staff meetings
• Organize students' arrival and dismissal

Position Qualifications

• Have a strong belief in and adherence to the BASIS Curriculum
• Have relationship building skills
• Have an ability to effectively analyze data to improve student achievement
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Have an ability to exercise excellent judgment and decision making
• Have excellent problem solving and negotiating skills
• Have an ability to work independently with diverse constituents while maintaining high professional standards
• Have exemplary organizational skills along with the ability to establish and manage multiple priorities and the ability to work under pressure
• Have an outstanding attention to detail and accuracy
• Have patience, flexibility and a sense of humor

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required, a master's degree is preferred
• 3-5 years' experience as a primary, middle, or high school dean, preferably charter or independent
• Candidates must have the ability to obtain a fingerprint clearance card.

Benefits:

BASIS Independent Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Competitive salary dependent on education and experience.
• Career growth opportunities focused on continuous learning, mentorship, and professional advancement across our network of schools.
• Retirement options through which eligible participants may receive a 50% Company match for the first 10% of employee earnings deferred.
• Three PPO medical plans to choose from, as well as dental and vision insurance.
• An FSA option that allows for pre-tax dollars to cover medical, dependent care, and transit.
• Student tuition remission for your children to attend our schools.