Dean of Student Life - MS

Job Title: Dean of Student Life - Denver Christian Middle School
Location: Denver Christian School Lakewood, CO
Position Type: Part-Time, FTE .5
Reports To: Middle School Principal

Salary Range: $26,104 - $52,296

Job Summary:

The Middle School Student Life Coordinator fosters a positive school climate that supports student growth and collaboration. This role involves managing student conduct with restorative practices, leading student leadership programs, and organizing off-campus activities and class trips. The coordinator also oversees small discipleship groups with the chaplain, develops teacher training on discipline, and maintains a student activities calendar. Proactive communication with parents, collaboration with school staff, and serving as a liaison between students, teachers, and administration are key aspects of the role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cultivate a positive, supportive school climate that promotes student development and staff collaboration, integrating restorative practices to build trust and respect.
• Maintain a visible presence among Middle School students, fostering an approachable and open leadership environment that encourages dialogue, creativity, and collaboration on student culture and climate.
• Manage student behavior and discipline, applying restorative practices in alignment with school values, addressing daily disciplinary matters, and helping students understand their identity in Christ.
• Work with the chaplain to lead and enhance Grow Groups, small discipleship groups that encourage spiritual growth and community among students.
• Communicate proactively with parents regarding student behavior concerns.
• Design and lead teacher training on discipline strategies, classroom management, and restorative practices to effectively manage conflicts and discipline issues.
• Strengthen student leadership programs by creating opportunities for students to grow and display leadership within the school and community, such as SALT.
• Plan and manage class trips and off-campus activities, collaborating with partners like Simply Venture and Camp IdRaHaJe, while effectively communicating their value to students, staff, and parents.
• Coordinate with homeroom teachers and support staff for students with restricted attendance, working with counselors, nurses, and Extend Learning Services to ensure academic success.
• Develop and update a Middle School Student Activities calendar, including events like tailgates, pop-up activities, and dodgeball nights, and collaborate with the Parent Association Liaison. Ensure clear communication between students, teachers, and administration regarding student life activities and policies.
• Teach one section of an elective.
• Serve as a member of the Middle School Teacher Advisory Committee.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Staff Core Values:

DC will develop a world-class staff culture, characterized by employees who love God and love their neighbors (Mark 12:30-31) and, through example, model their commitment to Denver Christians core values:

• Solution-Oriented - I will help my colleagues meet challenges by contributing productively with the abilities God has given me.
• Relationally-Focused - My contribution to the success and holistic well-being of my colleagues is equally important as my own success and well-being.
• Creatively-Inspired - I will pray for wisdom and seek new solutions and improved processes when presented with opportunities to do so.
• Effort-Enthused - As a professional educator, I will choose to pursue instructional best practices with integrity, passion, and punctuality.

Qualifications:

• 10 years of teaching experience Middle School level.
• Leadership in a school community.

Physical Requirements:

• Walking or Moving Around:
  • Employees may need to walk to different areas of the office, attend meetings, or retrieve documents, but walking is typically minimal compared to other roles (e.g., retail or manufacturing).
• Sitting for Extended Periods:
  • Most office roles require employees to sit for long periods, especially when working at a desk or computer. Its important for workers to take regular breaks to avoid strain.
• Light Lifting:
  • Some office roles may require light physical tasks, such as lifting boxes of supplies, office materials, or packages (usually no more than 1015 pounds).

Working Conditions:

• Indoor Environment:
  • The work is generally performed in an office setting, often with controlled temperature, lighting, and ventilation.
• Regular Office Hours:
  • Office jobs typically follow standard working hours, often from 7:30 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday. occasional evening or weekend work required for events or time-sensitive communications.
• Technology Use:
  • Work typically involves using computers, phones, and other office equipment, such as printers, scanners, or copiers.