Dean of Students [25-26 SY]

BASIS.ed; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Dean of Students to foster a positive and achievement-oriented school culture. This role is crucial in ensuring student well-being and academic performance while supporting teachers and families. The Dean will be a visible presence in the school, responsible for maintaining discipline, coordinating academic support programs, and collaborating with staff to enhance student success. Join a dynamic team that values education and personal growth, and contribute to shaping the future of students in a supportive and engaging environment.

Benefits

Employer paid medical and dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

401k with partial match

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a school setting, preferably in a charter or independent school.
• Strong communication skills and data analysis proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and improve student behavior and academic performance.
• Build a positive, achievement-oriented school culture.
• Support teachers, students, and families in maintaining high standards.

Skills

Relationship-building skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Decision-making abilities

Education

3-5 years in a school setting

Valid fingerprint clearance

Job description

BASIS ED is a rapidly growing company and is always looking for qualified employees.

We seek highly motivated, talented candidates to join our staff and offer a competitive benefits package to our employees.

The Dean of Students plays a critical role in fostering a positive, achievement-oriented school culture. The role centers on ensuring the academic performance, behavior, and overall well-being of students. As a visible and engaged presence in the school, the Dean of Students supports teachers, students, and families, and is a key player in maintaining the high standards of BASIS Curriculum Schools.

Key Responsibilities

Role-Specific Responsibilities

• Focus on monitoring and improving student behavior and academic performance.
• Build and maintain a strong, positive, achievement-oriented school culture.
• Oversee and support procedures for student conduct, ensuring a safe and respectful environment.
• Maintain student discipline and document behavioral incidents.
• Coordinate academic support programs under the direction of the Director.
• Monitor student arrival, dismissal, and daily attendance.
• Assist students with academic and social challenges.
• Collaborate with teachers on classroom management and communication with parents and students.
• Provide guidance and support to parents regarding student well-being and performance.

Interchangeable Responsibilities

• Review grade data and collaborate with the Director on academic interventions.
• Supervise Teaching Fellows assigned to specific grades.
• Work with the Head of School and ESS Coordinator to develop a Student Support Team (SST) process.
• Actively manage Early Bird and Late Bird programs, including parent communication and structure.
• Evaluate and support teachers in classroom management and parent relations.

School-Specific Responsibilities

• Coordinate student support programs such as Homework Buddy and Peer Tutoring.
• Participate in faculty and staff meetings.
• Check with school administration for additional duties as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

• Organize and review assessment results, including new student evaluations, standardized testing, and BASIS-specific programs.
• Coordinate planning and preparation for new student orientation.
• Assist with the planning and execution of academic schedules and standardized assessments.
• Strong belief in and adherence to the BASIS Curriculum model.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with students, parents, and staff.
• Proficiency in data analysis to improve student achievement.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Sound judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Attention to detail, flexibility, and a sense of humor.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3-5 years in a school setting, ideally in a charter or independent school.
• Clearance: All employees are required to obtain and maintain valid fingerprint clearance.

Benefits and Salary

Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience.

BASIS Ed Texas offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Employer paid medical and dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• PTO
• Ability to add dependents
• 401k with partial match that grows over time

NOTE: All employees of BASIS.ed are required to obtain and maintain a valid fingerprint clearance.