Dean of Students, Elementary School (2025-26)

United Schools; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

United Schools is seeking a Dean of Students for the 2025-26 school year. This full-time role focuses on fostering a positive school culture, supporting student achievement, and engaging with families. Candidates should have a strong background in education and leadership, with a commitment to data-driven practices. The starting salary is $65,000, with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Life Coverage

Disability Coverage

Retirement System Participation

Qualifications

• At least three years of proven school leadership and/or teaching experience.
• Committed to using data-driven instructional practices.

Responsibilities

• Support student growth and achievement by creating safe classroom environments.
• Shape positive school culture through events and behavioral incident oversight.

Skills

Data-Driven Instruction

Effective Communication

Growth Mindset

Education

B.A./B.S. degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Google Products

Job description

Dean of Students, Elementary School (2025-26)

Dean of Students, Elementary School (2025-26)

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School Year: 2025-26

Position: Dean of Students

Campus: United Elementary State St.

Grade(s): 6th-8th Grade

Reports to: School Director

United Schools (United) is a nonprofit organization in Columbus, Ohio. After founding its first school in 2008, it has worked together with incredible leaders to open three more schools in the span of ten years. Each United campus is an open enrollment, public charter school that works diligently to close the opportunity gap in Columbus. Moreover, the mission of all United campuses is to transform lives and our communities through the power of education, while maintaining our vision: For every child, an open door.

United currently operates two high-performing elementary schools (K-5) and two high-performing middle schools (6-8) that serve more than 800 students. We strive to provide students with a rigorous academic experience in a joyful learning environment, and we work hard to ensure that students of all levels grow and succeed by focusing on intentional student support and continual improvement.

Position Description

At United Schools, the Dean of Students (DoS) position is integral in building a strong, positive, and joyful school culture. The DoS is responsible for supporting student growth and achievement by creating safe and productive classroom environments and getting proximate to students and families. Additionally, the DoS shapes positive school culture by designing whole school celebrations/events, oversees the recording of behavioral incidents, and implements systems for improvement. On the whole, the DoS position works to support and strengthen positive school culture and can serve as a strong mentor for students in need.

Joining Our Team

United Core Traits:

• Mission-Driven. Team members believe deeply in the United mission: to transform lives and our communities through the power of education
• Growth Mindset. Team members believe in their ability, and the ability of all students, to grow and improve
• Relationship-Driven. Team members get proximate to students, families, and colleagues to develop authentic relationships that inform work in the classroom
• Conscientiousness. Team members are professional, reliable, diligent, and pay attention to detail
• Emotionally Constant. Team members maintain a sense of calm while addressing a number of priorities
  
  

Qualifications:

• Holds a B.A./B.S. degree (required); advanced degree preferred
• Has at least three years of proven school leadership and/or teaching experience in urban settings with an emphasis on data-driven instruction and demonstrable gains in student achievement
  
  

Knowledge and Skills:

• Is committed to using data-driven instructional practices and the techniques outlined in Teach Like a Champion 3.0 to improve student outcomes
• Is relentless in writing, refining, and internalizing curriculum, lessons, and assessments
• Is open and committed to implementing frequent feedback from team members
• Communicates effectively with students, families, and colleagues
• Comfortability with Google products for effective communication and completion of job responsibilities
  
  

Terms of Employment

• Although this position will begin July 1, 2025, applications will be considered immediately
• This is a full-time position
• Report times are typically Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., although some job-related tasks can be expected outside of these hours
• Salary: The starting salary for a new Dean of Students with a Bachelor’s degree is $65,000. The starting salary for other applicants will depend on professional experience and education level
• Benefits:
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Employees are eligible to participate in the State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS) or the School Employees Retirement System of Ohio (SERS)
• All United campuses are Equal Opportunity Employers
  
  

Apply online at unitedschoolsnetwork.org/join.

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