Dean of Students - Arkansas Connections Academy

Connections Education LLC; Bentonville (AR); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Connections Academy in Bentonville, AR seeks a Dean of Students to lead MTSS implementation and data-driven interventions in a fully virtual K–12 setting. The role supports attendance, compliance, and collaboration with families and districts, with some statewide travel.

The position requires Arkansas certification, a Master’s degree in Education or Leadership, and at least 5 years of K–12 teaching experience, preferably in virtual environments.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid Arkansas teaching certification.
• Master's degree in Education or Educational Leadership preferred.
• School Admin certification preferred.
• At least 5 years of K–12 teaching experience.
• Experience in virtual or blended learning environments preferred.
• Strong data analysis and progress monitoring skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Location in Arkansas; occasional statewide travel may be required.
• Meet ARCA location requirements.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and fidelity of the MTSS framework.
• Manage Tier 2 and Tier 3 placement using data.
• Monitor intervention effectiveness and adjust supports.
• Prepare and submit intervention reports to the state.
• Align reading intervention practices with state regulations.
• Coordinate special education referrals for intervention needs.
• Oversee K–12 academic progress and alignment with curriculum goals.
• Analyze student and school-wide data to inform instruction and PD.
• Maintain and monitor student performance data and reporting.
• Develop and ensure implementation of evidence-based interventions for struggling students.
• Support teachers in differentiation for gifted students and IEP/504 students.
• Ensure curriculum adaptations to meet diverse student needs.
• Identify and support students with attendance or disciplinary challenges.
• Collaborate with district personnel and caretakers to improve engagement.
• Maintain accurate student records and academic reporting.
• Provide professional development on data use and interventions.

Skills

Data analysis

Collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Customer focus

Education

Master's degree in Education

Arkansas Teaching Certification

School Administration Certification

K-12 teaching experience (5+ years)

Tools

Data management systems

Learning management systems

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Virtual teaching platforms

Job description

Dean of Students - Arkansas Connections Academy

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Working from our office in Bentonville, AR or from your home office, under a 10 month contract, the Dean of Students serves as a key academic leader dedicated to advancing student achievement in a fully virtual K–12 environment. This role focuses on strengthening instructional quality, monitoring student progress, implementing data-driven interventions, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

The Dean of Students collaborates closely with school leadership, teachers, student support teams, families, and partner school districts across the state. Occasional statewide travel may be required for professional development, academic screenings, and state testing coordination. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that all students, including those with IEPs, 504 plans, gifted designations, or attendance challenges, receive appropriate academic support within our virtual setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and fidelity of the schoolwide MTSS framework.
• Manage Tier 2 and Tier 3 placement using summative, interim, and diagnostic data.
• Monitor intervention effectiveness and adjust supports as needed.
• Prepare and submit intervention cycle reports to the state in compliance with requirements.
• Align reading intervention practices with state regulations.
• Coordinate escalation and referral processes, including special education referrals for student intervention needs.
• Oversee K–12 academic progress and alignment between instruction and curriculum goals.
• Analyze student, class, grade-level, and building-wide data to inform instruction and professional development.
• Maintain and monitor student performance data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for intervention.
• Develop and ensure implementation of evidence-based academic interventions for struggling students.
• Support teachers in differentiating instruction for gifted students, students with disabilities, and those with 504 plans.
• Ensure curriculum adaptations to meet diverse student needs.
• Identify and support students with attendance, academic, or disciplinary challenges.
• Collaborate with truancy officers, district personnel, and caretakers to improve student engagement.
• Maintain accurate student records and oversee academic reporting requirements.
• Provide professional development for faculty on data use, interventions, and student engagement strategies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Details

Job ID: 5963441

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

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Job Requirements

• Qualifications
  • Meet ARCA's location requirements
  • Valid Arkansas Teacher Certification required.
  • School Administration Certification preferred.
  • Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of successful full-time K–12 teaching experience.
  • Experience in virtual or blended learning environments preferred.
  • Strong understanding of:
    • Academic intervention systems
    • Progress monitoring and data analysis
    • Special education compliance and support structures
  • Demonstrated ability to implement evidence-based interventions.
  • Proficiency with:
    • Data management systems
    • Learning management systems
    • Microsoft Office and Google Suite
    • Virtual teaching platforms
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong collaboration and problem-solving abilities.
  • Customer-focused, flexible, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Occasional statewide travel required.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Job Categories: Other Professional > Other Professional

Contact Information

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