Dean of Students

Vertex Education; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading pay

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vertex Education's Legacy Traditional Schools seeks a Dean of Students to promote students' educational and social well-being, overseeing discipline and behavior management across the campus.

Reporting to the Principal, the role develops equitable strategies, collaborates with teachers, counselors and parents, and ensures compliance with 504 plans and Title IX, while supporting staff development and maintaining a positive, safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Education preferred.
• Administrative Certification preferred.
• Three or more years of teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee student discipline and behavior management on campus.
• Monitor student attendance and support programs to improve engagement.
• Support onboarding, classroom observations and professional development for teachers.
• Coordinate 504 plans and ensure accommodations meet requirements.
• Serve as McKinney-Vento Coordinator for homeless and displaced students.
• Support Title IX compliance and staff training on policies.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Policy interpretation

Team collaboration

Conflict resolution

Time management

Staff mentoring

Education

Master's Degree in Education

Administrative Certification

Job description

Ignite your desire to be the best! Imagine an energy so positive, so powerful, it ignites your desire to be the best, inspires you to bring out the best in others, and fuels your aspiration to do the best work of your career. At Legacy Traditional Schools we do things a special way, in a way that ignites our desire to be the best, illuminates our educators’ best talents, lights up the minds of our students, and fuels our school spirit. We shine the brightest when we raise our hands and rise to the challenge of changing lives through education, cultivating bright curious minds, achieving award-winning results, upholding our values, and engaging positively with our students, parents and communities.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Dean of Students plays a critical role in promoting the educational and social well-being of every student by overseeing all student discipline and behavior management programs on campus. Reporting directly to the Principal, the Dean provides supervisory leadership and fosters a unified vision that integrates team member development, performance management, and succession planning. This role is responsible for designing and implementing proactive, equitable strategies for managing student behavior, collaborating closely with teachers, counselors, and parents to address disciplinary issues effectively. The Dean of Students ensures that all practices not only uphold school standards but also contribute to a positive, safe learning environment. A flexible schedule is required to meet the needs of the school community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• I. Student Discipline & Behavior Management Handles behavioral issues, maintains discipline records, and communicates with parents regarding student conduct. Represents the campus in disciplinary hearings. Implements and enforces school-wide behavioral expectations in collaboration with teachers and staff. Ensures accurate documentation of discipline incidents and assists with compliance and reporting tasks. Manages daily discipline incidents, while the Principal oversees discipline policies and escalation processes.
• II. Student Attendance & Support Programs Monitors and addresses student attendance issues to improve engagement and reduce chronic absenteeism. Sends attendance notifications to parents and meets with families of students with attendance concerns. Partners with local community organizations to provide comprehensive parent education and support initiatives focused on improving student attendance.
• III. Teacher Support & Professional Development Assists in onboarding new teachers and ensures adherence to instructional best practices. Conducts regular classroom observations and provides constructive feedback for instructional improvement. Supports new teachers with mentorship and professional development resources. Develops and implements training programs for non‑instructional support staff, including lunch and recess monitors.
• VI. Student & Parent Support Addresses parent concerns and serves as a liaison between families and the school. Oversees and supports the daily operations of tutoring programs on campus. Oversees the implementation of 504 plans, ensuring accommodations are met and compliance with federal regulations. Serves as the McKinney‑Vento Coordinator, supporting homeless and displaced students by connecting them with necessary resources.
• VII. Title IX Compliance and Coordination Supports school compliance with Title IX regulations related to discrimination and harassment. Investigates Title IX complaints and ensures appropriate interventions. Provides training to staff on Title IX policies and reporting procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Dean of Students must have a high level of interpersonal skills in order to handle sensitive and confidential situations. This position requires demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy. Dean of Students must work effectively and relate well with others including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside of the district. Dean of Students must act in a professional manner in dealing with others and they must work to maintain constructive working relationships. They must also have the ability to represent the school and district effectively in a variety of settings with diverse communities. Dean of Students must also have the ability to demonstrate understanding and appreciation for diverse cultures. This position also requires: An in‑depth knowledge of school discipline policies and code of conduct. Subject matter expertise within the educational community on student discipline and behavior management strategies. Demonstrated program development and implementation skills. The planning of the work of others and the coordination of work with other departments or external agencies. The ability to read, write, analyze, and interpret policies, procedures, and regulations. The ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students, parents, community members, faculty, staff, media, supervisors, managers, and directors. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. The ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations. The ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule forms. Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop staff. The ability to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner showing conscientiousness about assignments (leads by example). A flexible schedule in order to work hours necessary to fulfill job requirements. The ability to build consensus that permeates the entire staff through the development and implementation of a professional learning community.

Education, Licensure, or Certification

● Master's Degree in Education is preferred. Administrative Certification preferred.

Work Experience or Related Experience

● Preferred three or more years of teaching experience in a variety of grade levels.

BACKGROUND CHECKS

The incumbent in this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.

PHYSICAL AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Travel between campuses is required from time to time. This position requires the need to lift objects (up to 25 pounds) on occasion. This position may require sitting for long periods at times, talking on the phone, standing, kneeling, stooping and long periods of concentration. Local and in‑state travel required.

Enjoy the benefits of being the best!

• Enjoy industry‑leading pay, rewards, referral bonuses and paid time‑off.
• Care for your health and your family with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, discounted onsite childcare and student enrollment priority.
• Invest in your future with retirement plans and enhance your growth with promotion opportunities, training, mentoring, and tuition reimbursement.

If you need reasonable accommodation with the careers website, application or the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail] or 480-270-5438.

Ignite your desire to be the best! At Legacy Traditional Schools, more than 1,300 of the best educators are changing lives of over 27,000 students every day across Arizona, Nevada, and Texas. Whether you're in the classroom, supporting operations, or leading a campus, you'll make a lasting impact by helping students grow academically and personally. We do things the Legacy way by illuminating our educators' talents, uplifting student success, and fueling our school spirit. Our team rises to the challenge of changing lives through education, cultivating bright, curious minds, and engaging positively with our communities. Join our mission-driven team and experience the energy, purpose, and pride that comes with being part of something truly special. The best performers ask others for support