Dean of Students

Talent Vision; New York (NY); On-site; USD 102,228 - 113,523; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Pension plan

Job summary

A leading staffing and consulting firm is partnering with a distinguished charter school in the Bronx, NY to recruit a bilingual Dean of Students. This role focuses on fostering academic success and a positive school culture. Responsibilities include managing behavior support systems, mentoring students, and engaging with families. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, fluency in Spanish, and a strong commitment to equity. A competitive salary is offered, along with benefits such as medical insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in student support or related fields.
• Experience with social-emotional learning and restorative justice.
• Commitment to equity and inclusion in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Promote an inclusive school environment and student engagement.
• Implement behavior support systems and restorative practices.
• Provide mentorship and crisis intervention support to students.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Strong communication skills

Collaboration and interpersonal skills

Leadership and coaching abilities

Highly organized

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

School and Role

Talent Vision, a leading Staffing and Consulting Firm, is partnering with a distinguished Elementary public charter school in the Bronx, NY to recruit an experienced bilingual Dean of Students. This is a unique opportunity to foster academic, social, and emotional success among a diverse student population and cultivate a positive school culture rooted in excellence and equity.

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a supportive, inclusive, and high-expectations school environment where all students feel a sense of belonging and motivation to learn.
• Develop, implement, and oversee school-wide behavior support systems, disciplinary policies, restorative practices, and interventions aligned with the school’s values and mission.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for student behavior and discipline concerns, conduct fair investigations, mediate conflicts, and ensure consistent application of policies.
• Provide mentorship, counseling, and individualized support to students, including social‑emotional guidance, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention when needed.
• Collaborate closely with teachers, support staff, and families, especially Spanish‑speaking families, to develop plans that address student needs and strengthen family engagement.
• Use student data, including behavior trends, attendance patterns, and incident reports, to identify needs, inform interventions, and track progress in student behavior and school climate.
• Lead or support school‑wide initiatives that promote a positive school culture, including character development, student leadership programs, assemblies, events, and recognition systems.
• Provide training and professional development for staff on restorative practices, equitable discipline, social‑emotional learning (SEL), and effective classroom management.
• Support school leadership with policy development, school safety procedures, attendance protocols, and compliance with all school expectations and regulations.
• Maintain strong communication among students, families, teachers, and administrators to ensure alignment on expectations and student supports.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish, with fluency in both spoken and written Spanish.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field required; master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in student support, school discipline, counseling, or a related field, preferably in urban, high‑need, or charter school settings.
• Demonstrated experience with social‑emotional learning, trauma‑informed practices, restorative justice, and equitable discipline approaches.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and coach staff, including facilitating professional development.
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and respond effectively in crisis situations.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and the school’s mission of closing the opportunity gap for underserved children.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid paternity leave
• Paid maternity leave
• Pension plan

Job Details

Location: Bronx, NY
Salary: $102,228.00 – $113,523.00
Employment type: Full‑time