Dean of Students and Behavior/Management Coach

Englewood Public School District; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Englewood Schools seeks a Dean of Students and Behavior/Management Coach to support the principal with essential non‑administrative tasks that foster student achievement and strong school culture at Bishop Elementary School.

The role emphasizes restorative discipline, staff coaching, and families engagement, with autonomy and a focus on proactive behavioral support and SEL initiatives across the campus.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in curriculum, instruction, leadership, or school administration (preferred).
• Colorado Teaching License is required.
• Colorado Principal License is preferred for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Support the principal in day-to-day operations and leadership.
• Maintain a positive, safe environment through supervision and routines.
• Provide timely feedback to students and staff to promote peak performance.
• Serve as primary contact for families regarding behavioral outcomes and challenges.
• Facilitate re-entry meetings after incidents to ensure successful classroom return.
• Coach staff on classroom management and routines; mentor certified and classified staff.
• Design and lead school-wide professional learning on trauma-informed practices and restorative justice.

Skills

Bilingual skills

Stakeholder communication

Education

Master's degree in curriculum, instruction, leadership, or school administration

Colorado Teaching License required

Colorado Principal License preferred

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Englewood Schools

Dean of Students and Behavior Management Coach JobID: 3092

• Position Type: K-12 Teacher On Special Assignment/ Dean (Teacher)
• Date Posted: 11/3/2026
• Location: Bishop Elementary School
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: See Posting

EFFECTIVE: 2026�2027

Position Type: Exempt
New Teacher Contract: 191 days/year
FTE: 1.0 FTE (.5 Dean/.5 Behavior/Management Coach)
Benefits Eligible: Yes

POSITION SUMMARY

This Dean assignment supports the principal by managing essential non-administrative tasks that promote exceptional education and student achievement, foster the development of individuals and teams, and strengthen community relationships. Responsibilities include administering student discipline fairly and consistently, monitoring attendance, coordinating meetings, conferences, and professional development, supervising classified staff, supporting instructional programs and initiatives, and cultivating positive community relations among all stakeholders.

The Elementary Dean of Students/Behavior/Management Coach serves as a high‑energy catalyst for a thriving school environment, cultivating a positive school culture and climate where every student feels seen, safe, and supported. This proactive leader takes the initiative to design and implement consistent behavioral expectations, ensuring that discipline is handled through a restorative lens that keeps students engaged in learning, coaches teachers to build strong classroom management systems, and partners deeply with families. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the Dean requires minimal supervision to identify potential cultural gaps and bridge them through innovative programs, staff coaching, and direct student mentorship. By maintaining a visible and energetic presence in hallways and classrooms, they act as a primary architect of a safe, joyful, and orderly learning community where high behavioral standards and a sense of belonging go hand in hand.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the principal in the school's day‑to‑day operations and leadership.
• Sustain a positive, safe environment throughout and beyond the school day through effective supervision.
• Provide quality, accurate, constructive, specific, and timely feedback to students and staff to encourage peak performance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for families regarding student behavioral successes and challenges, ensuring proactive and transparent communication.
• Facilitate re‑entry meetings with students, families, and teachers following major behavioral incidents or suspensions to ensure a successful return to the classroom.
• Connect families with school‑based or external community resources to support student emotional and behavioral well‑being.
• Establish strong rapport with students, staff, and parents to proactively address potential concerns.
• Execute student discipline fairly, equitably, and consistently in accordance with district policies.
• Define, teach, and enforce clear behavioral expectations for students.
• Track and analyze behavioral data (referrals, suspensions, attendance) to identify trends and proactively implement targeted interventions and coaching.
• Coach certified and classified staff on classroom management, routines, environmental structures, and proactive student behavior support.
• Conduct regular, non‑evaluative observations and provide actionable, real‑time coaching to teachers on classroom culture, routines, and engagement strategies.
• Design and facilitate school‑wide professional learning sessions focused on trauma‑informed practices, de‑escalation, restorative justice, and proactive classroom management to enhance student success both in and out of the classroom.
• Implement restorative practices with students to maximize instructional time and minimize time out of the classroom.
• Support, model, and coach the implementation of Tier 1 social‑emotional learning (SEL) strategies in the classroom - Equipping staff with toolkits, tier‑1 behavior strategies, and intervention frameworks to manage behaviors effectively within the classroom.
• Supervise extracurricular activities, assemblies, and school events.
• Actively participate in all staff meetings, Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), and other required school events.
• Utilize technology and various communication avenues to engage stakeholders.
• Follow the professional Code of Ethics and standards of practice to guide ethical decision‑making.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee support staff in accordance with district policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include: training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; conducting conferences and goal‑setting sessions with classified staff; performing informal observations and coaching cycles with certified and classified staff on systems and structures to support a positive learning environment; providing constructive feedback and completing employee evaluations; recognizing achievements; and addressing disciplinary matters.

BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prioritize and schedule work tasks independently.
• Create and implement effective and efficient process management strategies (e.g., procedures, scheduling, materials, and supplies).
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with professional standards, state guidelines, and school system policy.

The education/training/experience, license/certification, general expectations, physical demands, and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree with an emphasis in curriculum, instruction, leadership, or school administration (preferred).
• Bilingual skills (preferred).
• Minimum of four (4) years of successful classroom teaching experience.
• Demonstrated experience in coaching, mentoring, or leading certified and classified staff.
• Demonstrated experience in student discipline management, including investigations, suspensions, and expulsions.
• Demonstrated experience in performance evaluation and feedback cycles.
• Demonstrated experience working within Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
• Demonstrated skill in human relations, communication, and collaborative leadership.
• English fluency will be evaluated through the application and interview process.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Valid Colorado Driver's License.
• Valid CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Valid Colorado Principal License (or currently enrolled in an approved program to obtain one) preferred.
• Valid Colorado Teaching License required.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

• Demonstrates high flexibility and adaptability in response to changing organizational needs.
• Possesses strong computer and educational technology skills.
• Works effectively with students, families, and staff from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Collaborates seamlessly with supervisors, school leadership, and co‑workers.
• Capable of understanding and executing complex oral and written instructions.
• Able to perform duties independently with minimal daily supervision.
• Communicates effectively and professionally with the entire School District community.
• Skilled in data analysis, instruction, negotiation, coordination, conflict resolution, and interpersonal interactions.
• Proficient in comparing, computing, synthesizing, and evaluating information.
• Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities.
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding student, family, and staff records.
• Upholds a positive, solution‑oriented attitude to support a healthy learning community.
• Complies with all District policies and procedures.
• Adheres to federal and state laws, regulations, and policies.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequent lifting of 5 to 10 pounds.
Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
Frequent sitting, bending, walking, and standing.
Occasional stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Dynamic, active, and clean school environment.

REPORTS TO

Principal

LOCATION

Bishop Elementary School

SALARY

Salary placement ranges from $54,587 to $105,191 and is determined based on education, years of experience, and the Negotiated Agreement. The most current Licensed Salary Schedule is posted on the Englewood Schools Career webpage. The salary amounts listed in this job description reflect a full‑time (1.0 FTE), full school‑year assignment. Compensation for appointments that are less than 1.0 FTE and/or less than a full school year will be prorated accordingly.
Englewood Schools accepts up to 19 years of verified experience.

Stipend Note: Per the Negotiated Agreement, any District Teacher‑Coordinator will also be paid an additional 10% of the Formula Base as a stipend for duties over and above the regular teaching assignment. This amount is prorated if fewer than 191 workdays are completed or less than 1.0 FTE.

BENEFITS

At Englewood Schools, we provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance employee well‑being and satisfaction. Our offerings include Paid Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, and vision insurance, and pre‑tax savings options through Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), with monthly District contributions for HSA. The costs for short and long‑term disability programs are 100% covered, which provide financial protection in the event of illness or injury. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides counseling and support services, and our wellness programs are designed to promote a healthy lifestyle.

In addition to these benefits, we offer a comprehensive retirement plan through the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA), as well as additional retirement savings options including 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans. Optional voluntary plans are also available for life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, cancer, and accidents, offering additional layers of security.

For more details about benefits at Englewood Schools, please refer to the Benefit Guide available on the District's website.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

New hires or rehires will be responsible for the fingerprint processing fee required for background checks through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
Per the Negotiated Agreement, all teachers who start after the students' first day of school are designated as temporary.

CLOSING DATE

This position will close 5 days from the date of the posting or once the vacancy has been filled.

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