Dean of Students (High School)

Hopewell High School; Hopewell (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Hopewell High School in Hopewell, Virginia is seeking a Dean of Students to support school administration, promote a positive culture, and address attendance and behavior issues.

The role involves daily supervision of students, collaboration with staff and families, and leadership in discipline plans. Requires a teaching license, a Bachelor’s degree, and pursuing a Master’s in Administration.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of successful teaching experience with a Bachelor’s degree and a Virginia teaching license.
• Active pursuit of a Master’s degree or post-Master’s certificate in Administration and Supervision.
• Knowledge of instructional and behavioral strategies, classroom management, and student discipline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, decision-making, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and supervise student behavior during the school day and during extracurricular events.
• Implement and support the school-wide discipline plan to ensure a safe, respectful environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and staff to resolve behavioral and attendance issues.
• Supervise students during dismissal, bus transitions, and after‑school activities.
• Lead initiatives to reduce disciplinary referrals through restorative practices.
• Support instructional leadership and collaborate on effective teaching and learning strategies.
• Prepare reports on discipline and attendance as requested by administration.
• Use data to evaluate and improve school behavior and attendance programs.
• Shadow supervisory tasks and provide feedback to teachers when needed.
• Participate in recruitment, interviews, and staff selection under supervision.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal abilities

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Virginia teaching license

Master’s in Administration & Supervision (pursuing)

Post-Master’s certificate in Administration & Supervision (pursuing)

Job description

Dean of Students (High School)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5915952
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 04, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Dean of Students

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must possess a minimum of three years of successful teaching experience, along with a Bachelor’s degree and a valid Virginia teaching license. Candidates must have a desire to become a school administrator, and be actively pursuing a Master’s degree, or post-Master’s certificate, in Administration and Supervision from an accredited institution. The ideal candidate will possess considerable knowledge of effective instructional and behavioral strategies, including best practices in classroom management and student discipline. A working knowledge of school laws, division policies, and regulations is essential. The candidate must demonstrate excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) as well as sound decision‑making, problem‑solving, conflict resolution, and interpersonal abilities. Strong organizational and analytical skills are required, including the ability to evaluate discipline and attendance data for program improvements.

DESCRIPTION

The Dean of Students supports the school administration by promoting a positive school culture, improving student behavior, and addressing attendance issues. This position involves daily supervision of students, collaboration with staff and families, and leadership in the implementation of behavior and discipline plans. The Dean assists with school‑based leadership and instructional initiatives, and serves as a visible, proactive presence throughout the school environment. The Dean of Students plays a vital role in supporting both student success and school safety through responsive and restorative practices. The Dean of Students will shadow the supervisory role and actions of the Principal and Assistant Principals. As needed, duties may include, but are not limited to, participating in and supporting PLCs and contributing to the design and monitoring of the School Improvement Plan.

GENERAL DUTIES (May not include all duties performed)

• Monitor and supervise student behavior throughout the school day and during extracurricular events (e.g., athletics, clubs, dances, concerts).
• Implement and support the school‑wide discipline plan to ensure a safe, respectful, and inclusive school environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and staff to resolve behavioral and attendance issues.
• Supervise students during and after school, including during dismissal, bus transitions, and after‑school activities.
• Lead initiatives to reduce disciplinary referrals through preventive and restorative practices.
• Support instructional leadership and collaborate on effective teaching and learning strategies.
• Prepare reports on discipline and attendance as requested by administration.
• Use data to evaluate and improve school behavior and attendance programs.
• Process student behavior referrals.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to student behavior and interventions.
• Provide direction to in‑school monitors, security staff, and clerical personnel as needed.
• Serve as a liaison between students, parents, school staff, and community agencies.
• Monitor and analyze student behavior data to identify trends, assess program effectiveness, and make data‑informed decisions to improve student outcomes.
• Participate in school leadership team meetings, parent conferences, and other school‑related activities as needed.
• Monitor lesson plans to understand teacher intent to strengthen student experiences.
• Observe student learning experiences in action by visiting classrooms.
• Gain experience valuable to the pursuit of improving student experiences in the classroom by shadowing school administrators in their supervisory tasks to include their giving feedback to teachers on lesson effectiveness.
• Participate in recruitment, interviews, and selection of staff hiring under supervision of the School Principal.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION

Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Principal and other designated administrators.

WORK CONDITIONS

The Dean of Students will primarily work in a large, dynamic secondary school environment with daily student interaction and frequent contact with faculty, parents, and central office staff. The role requires regular walking, standing, and monitoring of indoor and outdoor school areas. Work may include occasional evenings or weekends for school events. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities. The noise level is typically moderate and the position may involve managing high‑stress or urgent situations with professionalism and composure.

CONTRACT LENGTH

12 Months

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $74,920 to $118,821 Per Year

Job Categories: Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head

Contact Information

• Judy Carter , Principal
• Hopewell High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]