Dean of Students - Middle School

Heritage Oak Private Education; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A private education institution in New York, NY is seeking a Dean of Students for their Middle School. The role involves managing student discipline, supporting teachers, and building a positive school culture. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of experience in a similar position. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including tuition remission for your children.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Retirement options with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending account options

Tuition remission for children

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a middle school dean, preferably charter or independent.
• Ability to maintain high professional standards while working independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to build a positive school culture.
• Manage behavior programs and student well-being.
• Support teachers in communication with parents.

Skills

Relationship building skills

Data analysis for student achievement

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Problem solving and negotiating skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

BASIS Independent Schools, a subsidiary of Spring Education Group, is a national network of PreK-12 private, secular schools that educate students to the highest international levels. Our ten campuses, located in some of the most bustling, dynamic metropolitan areas in the country, are part of the BASIS Curriculum Schools global network. We believe in setting a higher standard for students and promoting self-reliance and accountability in a culture where hard work is celebrated, and intellectual pursuits result in extraordinary outcomes.

BASIS Independent Brooklyn Upper is seeking qualified candidates for a Dean of Students – Middle School!

What We're Looking For

As Dean of Students, you help lead the efforts to build and maintain a strong, positive, achievement-oriented school culture. You will manage the behavior programs for the school and establish strong, mutually respectful relationships with students and families. This position is a visible presence in all areas of the school and is responsible for all issues relating to the well-being of the students at school.

Your Primary Responsibilities

• Support teachers to resolve differences in communication with parents and students
• Organize and review results of various student assessments
• Review progress reports, mid-semester reports
• Organize and execute student academic and behavior support
• Maintain student discipline and follow through with documentation
• Coordinate the planning and preparation for new student orientation
• Communicate and meet with parents regarding student performance and/or conduct
• Participate in the development of academic and student schedules
• Participate in the planning and execution of standardized assessments
• Support teachers in building positive relationships with parents
• Coordinate student academic support interventions
• Work with other members of the Student Support team to operate after school programming
• Participate in all faculty and staff meetings
• Organize students' arrival and dismissal

Position Qualifications

• Have a strong belief in and adherence to the BASIS Curriculum
• Have relationship building skills
• Have an ability to effectively analyze data to improve student achievement
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Have an ability to exercise excellent judgment and decision making
• Have excellent problem solving and negotiating skills
• Have an ability to work independently with diverse constituents while maintaining high professional standards
• Have exemplary organizational skills along with the ability to establish and manage multiple priorities and the ability to work under pressure
• Have an outstanding attention to detail and accuracy
• Have patience, flexibility and a sense of humor

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor's required, Master's preferred
• 3-5 years' experience as a middle school dean, preferably charter or independent
• Candidates must have the ability to obtain a fingerprint clearance card.

Benefits

BASIS Independent Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Competitive salary dependent on education and experience.
• Career growth opportunities focused on continuous learning, mentorship, and professional advancement across our network of schools.
• Retirement options through which eligible participants may receive a 50% Company match for the first 10% of employee earnings deferred.
• Three PPO medical plans to choose from, as well as dental and vision insurance.
• An FSA option that allows for pre-tax dollars to cover medical, dependent care, and transit.
• Student tuition remission for your children to attend our schools.