Dean of Students: Behavior & Student Success Leader

Lansing School District; Michigan; On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lansing School District in Lansing, MI seeks a Dean of Students to support teachers in implementing schoolwide behavior incentive systems and ensuring a safe, inclusive learning environment. This role partners with administrators to align discipline with district standards and improve student outcomes.

Responsibilities include monitoring suspensions, advising parents, developing intervention plans, and coordinating student programs while using data to inform decisions and staying current

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate (or eligible to receive one based on Bachelor’s degree in education).
• Previous teaching or counseling experience.
• Alignment with Lansing School District’s mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage behavioral suspensions.
• Implement programs to develop student character and discipline in line with District standards.
• Advise parents on student behavior matters and effective discipline programs.
• Create and oversee student intervention plans.
• Coordinate and lead various student programs and activities, ensuring adherence to District policies.
• Collect and analyze data related to student behavior, attendance, and academic outcomes.
• Communicate with parents, teachers, school leaders, and other school stakeholders about student discipline related incidences.
• Stay up-to-date with relevant policies and research regarding school accountability, student achievement, and student engagement strategies.
• Other duties as assigned to best support the Lansing School District mission.

Skills

Behavior management

Collaboration with staff

Student advocacy

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education

Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership

Job description

The Lansing School District in Lansing, MI seeks a Dean of Students to support teachers in implementing schoolwide behavior incentive systems and ensuring a safe, inclusive learning environment. This role partners with administrators to align discipline with district standards and improve student outcomes.

Responsibilities include monitoring suspensions, advising parents, developing intervention plans, and coordinating student programs while using data to inform decisions and staying current