Dean of Students, Lower School (opens in new window)

York, PA; York (York County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

York Academy Regional Charter School is seeking a Dean of Students to promote a safe, respectful school climate and support discipline, interventions, and student services under the Head of School. You will collaborate with leadership, teachers, families, and community agencies to ensure student success and compliance with laws and policies.

The Dean will lead behavioral initiatives, monitor suspensions, participate in PBIS/MTSS, and coordinate with counselors and administrators to support

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred in Educational Leadership, School Administration, Counseling, or related field.
• Pennsylvania Principal Certification or eligibility preferred.
• Three years of successful experience in education.
• Experience with student discipline, behavior management, and school leadership preferred.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise bus services and handle safety issues; be the school contact for busing.
• Monitor cafeteria to promote positive behavior during lunch and recess.
• Assist with student discipline issues as directed by the Head of School.
• Assist in monitoring suspensions and tracking disciplinary cases.
• Participate on committees such as PBIS, MTSS, and IB-related initiatives.
• Work with staff to promote an inclusive culture aligned with the IB philosophy.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Public speaking

Empathy

Data analysis

Curricular knowledge

Organizational acumen

Education

Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, School Administration, Counseling, or related field preferred

Job description

• Location 32 West North Street,York, PA, 17401,United States
• Job Category Administration
• Employee Type Full Time

Contact information

• Name Regina Arnold
• Phone [phone]

Description

The Dean of Students is responsible for promoting a positive, safe, and supportive school climate by supporting student discipline, behavior interventions, and students support services as directed by the Head of School. The Dean works collaboratively with school leadership, teachers, counselors, families, and community agencies to ensure student success while maintaining compliance with school policies, state regulations, and applicable laws.

The Dean of Students serves as a member of the school building leadership team and is responsible for fostering a culture of respect, accountability, equity, and academic excellence.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise bus services, including outside duty in the morning and afternoon, as well as disciplinary and safety issues with buses. Be the school contact for all busing-related issues and concerns.
• Monitor the cafeteria at lunch times and recesses to help promote positive behavior.
• Assist with student discipline issues as directed by the Head of School.
• Assist the Head of School in monitoring all suspensions of students both in and out of school.
• Assist the Head of School in tracking disciplinary cases at the school.
• Participate on various committees and teams as directed by the Head of School, including Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, Multi-Tiered System of Supports and others.
• Interact with and support staff in promoting positive culture that aligns with to the IB’s mission and philosophy.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor.

STUDENT DISCIPLINE AND BEHAVIOR

• Implement and enforce the Student Code of Conduct and school policies.
• Investigate student disciplinary incidents and determine appropriate interventions and consequences.
• Conduct student conferences and use restorative practices as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate disciplinary documentation and student records.
• Monitor discipline trends and develop strategies to reduce behavioral incidents.
• Coordinate behavior intervention plans with teachers, counselors, and administrators.
• Ensure disciplinary procedures comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

SCHOOL CLIMATE AND CULTURE

• Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment
• Develop and implement positive behavior support initiatives.
• Assist with crisis response and student safety procedures.

STUDENT SUPPORT

• Collaborate with school counselors, social workers, special education staff, and administrators regarding student needs.
• Participate in Student Assistance Program (SAP), MTSS, PBIS, or similar intervention meetings.
• Support students experiencing academic, behavioral, or social-emotional challenges, including providing and/or arranging for tiered interventions.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.

PARENT AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS

• Meet with parents regarding student discipline and behavioral concerns.
• Maintain positive relationships with families through timely and professional communication.
• Coordinate with outside agencies, law enforcement, and community organizations when appropriate.

STAFF COLLABORATION

• Support teachers with classroom management strategies.
• Provide coaching regarding student behavior interventions.
• Collaborate with principals and instructional leadership on school improvement initiatives.
• Participate in faculty meetings, building leadership meetings, and professional development.

SAFETY AND OPERATIONS

• Assist with supervision during arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, and school events.
• Assist with emergency preparedness, drills, and crisis management.
• Ensure student safety throughout the school day.

DATA AND REPORTING

• Maintain accurate records of student discipline and attendance.
• Prepare reports for school leadership and the Board as requested.
• Analyze behavioral and attendance data to support continuous improvement.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, School Administration, Counseling, or related field preferred

CERTIFICATION

• Pennsylvania Principal Certification or eligibility preferred.
• Other appropriate educational certifications considered.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of three years of successful experience in education.
• Experience with student discipline, behavior management, and school leadership preferred.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.

Summary

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Physical Demands:
• Occasional travel to homes and outside agencies
• Frequent walking throughout building
• Standing for limited periods of time
• Moderate lifting from 15 to 30 pounds
• Some carrying – up to 30 pounds
• Manual dexterity to use office equipment

Sensory Abilities

• Visual acuity to read correspondence and manuscripts
• Auditory acuity to be able to use telephones
• Ability to speak clearly and distinctly
• General office, common areas, playground, classroom, and cafeteria settings

Temperament

• Ability to work as a manager and member of a team
• Must be courteous and able to effectively communicate with staff and students
• Must be cooperative, congenial and service-oriented, and promote these qualities in the department
• Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions

Cognitive Ability

• Ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to read and write
• Ability to use correct grammar, sentence structure, and spelling
• Ability to compose clear, concise sentences and paragraphs.
• Ability to organize office setting to efficiently accomplish tasks
• Ability to work independently and make work-related decisions
• Ability to exercise good judgment in prioritizing tasks
• Ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels

NOTE: All abilities above must be at a professional level, as expected from the required educational level of the job.

Specific Skills

• Strong public speaker to represent the school and Chief Academic Officer at functions
• Empathy to deal with students and families with their concerns, issues, and questions
• Curricular knowledge of the state standards and the IB framework to lead teachers
• Organizational Acumen for planning curriculum and activities for the current year and beyond
• Data analysis skills to disaggregate PSSA’s and other assessments according to groups and sub-groups in YARCS as related to Pennsylvania and national standards

Note: This position will require a time split of approximately 50% from the office administrative duties and 50% curricular-based work with teachers and students.

Approved: May 12, 2014

Revised: September 2026

York Academy Regional Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the York Academy Regional Charter School to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations