School Culture & Staff Development Leader

Addison Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Job summary

Addison Group is partnering with a mission-driven K–8 public charter school in Washington, DC to identify an experienced Dean of School Culture. This on-site, full-time direct hire role focuses on fostering a positive climate, mentoring staff, and developing systems for safe, inclusive learning.

It offers a clear advancement path in leadership. The position emphasizes collaboration, equity, and professional growth, with a schedule of 7:30 AM–4:00 PM, onsite in Washington, DC, and benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field preferred.
• Minimum of five years of teaching and/or educational leadership experience.
• Experience with student behavior management and restorative practices.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and staff development skills.
• Ability to build relationships with students, families and colleagues.
• Experience analyzing data to improve student outcomes and school climate.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance school-wide culture initiatives to promote a safe, respectful learning environment.
• Develop and improve behavior management systems and restorative practices.
• Coach and mentor teachers on classroom management and student engagement.
• Build partnerships with students, families, and staff to encourage positive communication.
• Support students through conflict resolution and individualized support plans.
• Monitor attendance and school climate data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate student recognition programs and school-wide celebrations.
• Maintain a visible presence throughout the school day.
• Collaborate with leadership to ensure safety and consistency.
• Assist with school-wide events and leadership duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Staff development

Data analysis

Communication

Relationship building

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Dean of School Culture

Industry: Education | Charter School | Nonprofit

Location: Washington, DC

Assignment Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time | 12-Month Position

Pay: $100000 – $110000 / Year (depending on experience)

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday | Fully onsite | 7:30 AM–4:00 PM

• Eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client

Addison Group is partnering with our client, a mission-driven K–8 public charter school in Washington, DC, to identify an experienced Dean of School Culture. This leadership opportunity is ideal for an educator who is passionate about creating a positive school climate, mentoring staff, supporting student success, and developing systems that foster a safe and inclusive learning environment. The organization values collaboration, equity, professional growth, and leadership development, offering strong advancement opportunities for individuals interested in pursuing future school leadership roles.

Job Description

The Dean of School Culture will lead initiatives that promote a positive, structured, and supportive school environment. This individual will oversee student behavior systems, restorative practices, attendance initiatives, and culture-building efforts while partnering closely with teachers, administrators, students, and families. The ideal candidate is an experienced educator with a coaching mindset who thrives in a collaborative, student-centered environment and enjoys developing both students and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance school-wide culture initiatives that promote a safe, respectful, and engaging learning environment.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve behavior management systems and restorative practices.
• Coach and mentor teachers on effective classroom management, student engagement, and behavior support strategies.
• Build strong partnerships with students, families, and staff to encourage positive communication and collaboration.
• Support students through conflict resolution, behavior interventions, and individualized support plans.
• Monitor attendance, behavior trends, and school climate data to identify opportunities for improvement and guide decision-making.
• Coordinate student recognition programs, incentives, and school-wide celebrations that reinforce positive behaviors.
• Maintain a visible presence throughout the school day during arrivals, dismissals, transitions, lunch, and other student activities.
• Collaborate with school leadership to develop procedures that promote safety, consistency, and student success.
• Assist with school-wide events, operational planning, and additional leadership responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field strongly preferred.
• Minimum of five years of teaching experience and/or educational leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience with student behavior management, restorative practices, and school culture initiatives.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and staff development skills.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Experience analyzing data to improve student outcomes and school climate.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Bilingual Spanish skills are highly preferred.
• Experience within charter schools, nonprofit organizations, or mission-driven educational environments is a plus.

Additional Details

Direct Hire opportunity

Position became available due to internal promotion, highlighting strong career advancement opportunities.

Target start date: Late July.

Fully onsite position located in Washington, DC.

Interview process includes:

• Initial virtual interview with Human Resources and Talent Acquisition
• Onsite leadership panel interview
• Take-home leadership/strategy assignment
• Final executive leadership interview

Perks

• Competitive salaryOpportunity for career advancement into school leadershipCollaborative, mission-driven workplaceMeaningful impact on student success and school cultureOngoing professional development and leadership coachingSupportive and engaged leadership teamStable, full-time leadership positionAddison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.