Dean of Scholars

Summary:

The Dean of Scholars is a pivotal role responsible for maintaining the culture of the building, ensuring the safety of the environment, and preparing scholars for careers and life beyond the classroom. This person will provide necessary interventions and strategies to aid in the success of scholars, while also managing various academic support and disciplinary responsibilities.

Duties:

• Culture and Safety: Maintain and enhance the building culture, ensuring a safe and conducive environment for learning and personal growth.

• Interventions and Strategies: Develop and implement interventions and strategies to assist scholars in achieving academic and personal success.

• Parent Engagement: Set up and conduct parent meetings, make calls to scholars with irregular attendance, and conduct home visits. Engage in difficult conversations with parents as needed.

• Behavioral Support: Address and manage behavioral concerns within the building, providing necessary interventions.

• Recruitment and Retention: Assist with scholar retention and recruitment during the summer months.

• Academic Support: Fill gaps in classroom support, academic interventions, and post-secondary planning.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Minimum of a bachelor's degree; experience working with scholars, particularly teenagers, is highly preferred.

• Organizational Skills: Demonstrate strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Flexibility: Ability to pivot and adapt without losing productivity.

• Technology Proficiency: Strong technology skills.

• Transportation: Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to a reliable car.

• Availability: Willingness to work weekends and occasionally late evenings.

• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

• Excellent Quality of Outcomes (Meeting Deadline, Accountability, Follow up/ Follow through)

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to adapt strategies to meet unique needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Canton, OH 44702 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Canton, OH 44702: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $50,000