Dean of Students (2025-26 school year)

Dean of Students Seacoast Charter School is seeking a Dean of Students. The Dean of Students will advance our progressive mission by collaborating with the Head of School and the SCS staff to effectively cultivate a positive and productive learning culture for the whole community. This position reports to the Head of School. Attributes: Demonstrates deep knowledge of child development, from early childhood through early adolescence Rigorous work ethic balanced with a warm personality Effectively evaluates opportunities for improvement and implements systems for elevating the school’s mission Learns with curiosity and thinks flexibly; balances strategic and systematic thinking with empathy Builds productive relationships with students, colleagues and families Possesses effective and compelling listening, communication, management, problem-solving and analytical skills Believes that all students can learn and supports students to self regulate and develop positive relationships with their peers Shows a strong sense of integrity, initiative, reliability and accountability Is responsive, meets deadlines and works well under pressure Responsibilities: Student Services: Cultivate strong relationships with students to encourage positive behaviors Serve as classroom teacher’s next point of contact for assistance with student dysregulation Provide assistance and guidance with student behavior and support classroom teachers by: supporting teachers with major classroom disruptions leading the development and implementation of positive, targeted supports in response to ongoing behavioral challenges intervening in discipline issues and assist with conflict resolution following SCS’s Conflict Resolution Procedure Collaborate with the special education team, staff and students Attend IEP meetings when necessary Lead the development and implementation of appropriate programming and interventions to increase appropriate student behavior Partner successfully with families and staff to support student success Lead the Student Support Team Maintain student discipline records and documentation Staff Support: Train, coach and support staff working with students with challenging behaviors Assist teachers in developing behavior management plans Provide home/school behavior intervention support models Consult with teachers and IEP teams, as requested Supervise and support Teaching Assistants Requirements: Experience working with both elementary and middle school students Knowledge and understanding of progressive education and pedagogical practices Knowledge of and experience with best practices in conflict resolution and supporting students in positive interactions Preferred Qualifications: MA in Education, Special Education, Educational Administration or a related field Knowledge of laws pertaining to student behavior and rights Minimum of 2 years working with students with behavioral challenges Experience in supervision Terms of Employment: Starting salary range: $52,500 - $63,400. Contracted for 200 days per year. Other terms to be determined by the Seacoast Charter School Board of Trustees and documented in an individual contract. Candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, statement of educational philosophy and references to employment@seacoastcharterschool.org.

Salary : $52,500 - $63,400