Student Culture & Wellness Leader

Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School NYC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Job summary

Great Oaks NYC in New York City seeks an Associate Dean of Students to help shape a disciplined yet warm school culture. You will work with the Leadership Team, under the Senior Principal, to ensure students internalize the school’s values and pursue academic excellence.

You will partner with teachers and families, design restorative programs, monitor behavior, and implement data-informed decisions. The role requires urban-school experience, strong communication, and a commitment to equity and

Qualifications

• Experience in an urban school setting.
• Proven track record of positive school culture that promotes academic excellence.
• Strong consultative and analytic approach to problem solving for student outcomes.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Shape and sustain a school culture of discipline and warmth in collaboration with the Leadership Team.
• Work directly with students and parents to uphold a positive culture.
• Ensure staff are skilled in restorative practices and sensitive handling of social-emotional issues.
• Implement behavior management tools and school-wide policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Feedback responsiveness

Student-centered mindset

Equity focus

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Great Oaks NYC in New York City seeks an Associate Dean of Students to help shape a disciplined yet warm school culture. You will work with the Leadership Team, under the Senior Principal, to ensure students internalize the school’s values and pursue academic excellence.

You will partner with teachers and families, design restorative programs, monitor behavior, and implement data-informed decisions. The role requires urban-school experience, strong communication, and a commitment to equity and