Dean of Students – Lead Safe, Engaged 7-12 Campus

Wake Prep; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake Preparatory Academy in North Carolina seeks a Dean of Students for the 2026-2027 academic year. The role focuses on building a safe, supportive school climate and overseeing student behavior, discipline, and the daily learning environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, pass a background check, and preferably hold NC teaching certification and a Bachelor's degree with 3–5 years in a 7–12 setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Background check must be passed.
• Preferred: NC Teaching Certificate and a Bachelor's degree.
• 3–5 years in a 7–12 environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage student behavior, discipline, safety, and learning environment.
• Supports duties as part of campus administration.
• Develops and implements student disciplinary policies and procedures.
• Enforces guidelines and requirements for student behavior, dress, conduct and compliance with the parent-student handbook.
• Oversee and manage traffic and parking guidelines and processes for student drop-off, pick-up, and campus events.
• Counsels students and parents about school and district behavior, dress, and conduct policies.
• Supports campus extracurricular activities to ensure a safe and positive environment aligned with WPA's mission, vision and values.
• Monitors student behavior and engages with students and parents to correct inappropriate conduct and develop intervention strategies.
• Monitors tardiness, attendance and truancy; coordinates with attendance clerk and campus staff to maximize in-class time.
• Abides by WPA policies; other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Planning and problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree

North Carolina Teaching Certificate

Job description

Wake Preparatory Academy in North Carolina seeks a Dean of Students for the 2026-2027 academic year. The role focuses on building a safe, supportive school climate and overseeing student behavior, discipline, and the daily learning environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, pass a background check, and preferably hold NC teaching certification and a Bachelor's degree with 3–5 years in a 7–12 setting.