What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Dean of Students position at St. Paul's School?
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Description
SCHOOL/ORGANIZATION:
St. Paul’s School in Concord, New Hampshire, is a completely residential, co-educational secondary school affiliated with the Episcopal Church and welcoming to people of all faiths. St. Paul’s School seeks innovative, experienced educators who are eager to participate in the academic, athletic, and co-curricular life of this dynamic residential community in our dedication to the pursuit of excellence in character and scholarship for our students.
Job Description
St. Paul’s School seeks an Associate Dean of Students to begin duties in July 2025. The Associate Dean of Students will be a key member of our student life team, bringing both sound independent judgement and a collaborative spirit to the work of supporting the growth and wellbeing of adolescents. The primary responsibilities will include shared oversight on student attendance and restorative accountability systems, planning and supervising weekend events, and the creation and execution of initiatives to foster a kind, inclusive student culture. This position requires someone with energy and enthusiasm, outstanding people skills, a sense of humor, meaningful experience working with adolescents, and demonstrated leadership in a school or community-based organization.
Responsibilities
The mission of the St. Paul’s School Dean of Students Office is to ensure that St. Paul’s is a community in which students grow and thrive by teaching responsible behavior, communicating clear expectations, promoting positive behaviors, and holding students accountable. We strive to create and sustain an environment in which “being kind and living honorably” is the norm. The major areas of desired capacity and corresponding workload performed by an Associate Dean include (1) teaching, training, and collaboration with students and key stakeholders to build healthy community, (2) facilitating communication and sharing supervision of the residential life related programs (3) supporting the development of pro-social skills and holding students accountable through established, restorative discipline structures. The Associate Dean also teaches courses within the Living in Community (LINC) curriculum. As a member of the faculty, the successful candidate will participate in a variety of activities typical to the boarding school environment, including coaching, advising, committee work, and other duties. The ideal candidate will find joy in the dynamic nature of residential life with adolescents; embrace the opportunity to be a visible and accessible presence in our students’ daily lives; and enjoy collaborating with the broader faculty in advancing the mission of the School and our commitment to teaching and learning in a holistic, student-centered environment. As with all positions, St. Paul’s Schools seeks educators who will embrace the fully residential living experience and have a demonstrated gift for engaging a diverse student body and strengthening St. Paul’s School’s inclusive community.
Job Requirements And Qualifications
Education: Bachelor of Arts degree, its equivalent, or higher (Masters preferred).
The Associate Dean Must Contribute Actively To The Academic, Athletic, Residential, And Co-curricular Programs Offered By The School. The Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate
St. Paul’s School is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity. St. Paul’s School does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, ethnic origin, gender, disability or sexual orientation, and complies with applicable laws for the protection of civil rights.
SALARY: Competitive, based on experience.
TO APPLY: Candidates should include a cover letter and resume with this application.
CONTACT: facultyrecruitment@sps.edu
Description
SCHOOL/ORGANIZATION:
St. Paul’s School in Concord, New Hampshire, is a completely residential, co-educational secondary school affiliated with the Episcopal Church and welcoming to people of all faiths. St. Paul’s School seeks innovative, experienced educators who are eager to participate in the academic, athletic, and co-curricular life of this dynamic residential community in our dedication to the pursuit of excellence in character and scholarship for our students.
Job Description
St. Paul’s School seeks an Associate Dean of Students to begin duties in July 2025. The Associate Dean of Students will be a key member of our student life team, bringing both sound independent judgement and a collaborative spirit to the work of supporting the growth and wellbeing of adolescents. The primary responsibilities will include shared oversight on student attendance and restorative accountability systems, planning and supervising weekend events, and the creation and execution of initiatives to foster a kind, inclusive student culture. This position requires someone with energy and enthusiasm, outstanding people skills, a sense of humor, meaningful experience working with adolescents, and demonstrated leadership in a school or community-based organization.
Responsibilities
The mission of the St. Paul’s School Dean of Students Office is to ensure that St. Paul’s is a community in which students grow and thrive by teaching responsible behavior, communicating clear expectations, promoting positive behaviors, and holding students accountable. We strive to create and sustain an environment in which “being kind and living honorably” is the norm. The major areas of desired capacity and corresponding workload performed by an Associate Dean include (1) teaching, training, and collaboration with students and key stakeholders to build healthy community, (2) facilitating communication and sharing supervision of the residential life related programs (3) supporting the development of pro-social skills and holding students accountable through established, restorative discipline structures. The Associate Dean also teaches courses within the Living in Community (LINC) curriculum. As a member of the faculty, the successful candidate will participate in a variety of activities typical to the boarding school environment, including coaching, advising, committee work, and other duties. The ideal candidate will find joy in the dynamic nature of residential life with adolescents; embrace the opportunity to be a visible and accessible presence in our students’ daily lives; and enjoy collaborating with the broader faculty in advancing the mission of the School and our commitment to teaching and learning in a holistic, student-centered environment. As with all positions, St. Paul’s Schools seeks educators who will embrace the fully residential living experience and have a demonstrated gift for engaging a diverse student body and strengthening St. Paul’s School’s inclusive community.
Job Requirements And Qualifications
Education: Bachelor of Arts degree, its equivalent, or higher (Masters preferred).
The Associate Dean Must Contribute Actively To The Academic, Athletic, Residential, And Co-curricular Programs Offered By The School. The Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Ability to think critically and solve problems, as well as handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Good judgment and discretion in handling confidential/sensitive information
- Knowledge of social emotional competency areas and adolescent development
- Knowledge of prevention strategies for addressing unhealthy relationships, alcohol and drugs
- Cross-cultural competence in working with populations of diverse cultures and identities
St. Paul’s School is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity. St. Paul’s School does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, ethnic origin, gender, disability or sexual orientation, and complies with applicable laws for the protection of civil rights.
SALARY: Competitive, based on experience.
TO APPLY: Candidates should include a cover letter and resume with this application.
CONTACT: facultyrecruitment@sps.edu
