HOPE Assistant Dean of Students

Job Purpose

 Under the direction of the Dean of Students and Principal, the Assistant Dean of Students will work to ensure that all students show achievement gains and develop strong character in a loving and demanding environment. S/he will work closely with the Dean of Students to establish a positive, structured, achievement-oriented, and creative school culture that is aligned with the mission and core values of HOPE. 

Essential Responsibilities and Competencies

•  Support a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment where all scholars are invested in their academic excellence and character growth and can fulfill their potential
• Serve as a point person for dealing with behavioral crisis-intervention and acute behavioral issues
• Act as a resource to teachers, especially as it relates to issues of discipline, relationships with students, classroom management, and school culture
• Assist Dean of Students in preparation, effective creation, and implementation of individual behavior plans
• Be highly visible during school hours, relentlessly ensuring the school has an exceptional school culture
• Maintain space to provide interventions and support for students who need re-direction
• Ensure that behavioral expectations and school culture standards are met inside and outside of the classroom
• Monitor students during lunch, recess, arrival, dismissal, and other key transitions throughout the day
• Act as a back-up to Teachers or Teaching Assistants by implementing lessons, assessments, and character education as designed by the Lead Teacher
• Participate in regular leadership team meetings
• Assist the Dean of Students with a parent leadership team, enlisting volunteers and coordinating family activities
• Assist Teachers, Students, and Parents in the effective implementation of individual behavior plans
• Set and hold scholars accountable to extremely high academic and school-wide behavioral standards
• Recognize, celebrate and reward scholar achievement and character development
• Build rapport with scholars, parents, and families
• Perform other duties as requested or required

Qualifications

•  High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associate’s Degree preferred
• At least one year of teacher experience is a plus
• Experience working with youth and families in low income urban communities

• Proficient with technology
• Valid teaching credential or willingness to attain one preferred

Personal Qualities

•  Integrity, credibility, and passionate commitment to HOPE’s mission of Christ, College, and Character
• Proactive and hands-on strategic thinker who enjoys tackling challenges and overcoming obstacles
• Strong relationship building, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Commitment to loving our scholars, an unwavering belief that all children can and must succeed, and a deep passion for developing the character of a serving leader in every child
• Driven by a passion for ensuring every scholar has an excellent education
• Open to feedback and committed to continuously improving