Dean of Students

Title:                              DEAN OF STUDENTS

Reports to:                  Principal

Job Objectives:         Assist with assigned school programs and services.

Minimum

Qualifications:    

• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Keeps current with technology and other workplace innovations that support job functions.
• Successful teaching and administrative experience
• Effective organizational, planning, and project management skills.

Essential                      The following are typical work responsibilities.  A reasonable accommodation may

Functions:                    be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential     

                                     functions.

• Helps manage assigned academic, guidance, and student service programs.  Addresses issues that arise during the absence of the principal.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures.  Promotes a professional image of the school district.
• Analyzes data to improve school operations.  Helps develop and implement the district’s continuous improvement plan.  Identifies and develops partnerships that enhance district services.
• Maintains open and effective communications.  Promotes the district’s mission, philosophy, and vision.  Serves as an information resource.  Keeps stakeholders informed about emerging issues.
• Monitors community demographics, resources, and emerging trends.  Helps mobilize the community to maintain a strong commitment of support fro the school district.
• Promotes professionalism.  Implements state mandated and locally developed personnel appraisal standards.  Assists with the planning and delivery of effective professional development programs that improve teaching outcomes and student learning (e.g., methods, skills, commitment, etc.).
• Keeps current with state standards/guidelines.  Promotes the continuity of the instructional program.
• Assists with the development of the master schedule as directed.  Facilitates classroom coverage during teacher absences.
• Assists with the development of program schedules (e.g., course, auxiliary services, student activities, etc.).  Coordinates program assessment processes as directed.
• Assists with enrollment and withdrawal procedures.  Upholds policies regarding immunization, age, attendance, legal residence, guardianship, classification, promotion, retention, testing, etc.
• Assists with student testing programs. Assist analyzing test results.
• Complies with state policies/procedures for the education of students identified as having a disability.  Ensures that services are provided in the least restrictive educational environment
• Participates in parent conferences and student planning meetings as needed (e.g., IAT, IEP, etc.).
• Assists with the revision and distribution of student/parent and teacher handbooks as directed.
• Provides guidance, communicates expectations, and shows an active interest in student progress.
• Helps staff resolve problems that impede student participation in appropriate learning activities.
• Upholds the student conduct code.  Maintains high expectations for behavior and performance.  Helps with pupil management issues.  Prepares student conduct reports/discipline recommendations.
• Assists with the supervision of students (e.g., arrivals/departures, parking lots, lunch periods, changing classes, extracurricular programs, etc.).
• Promotes a safe, efficient, and effective work/learning environment.  Monitors safety concerns.  Works with stakeholders to manage or eliminate risk factors.
• Upholds applicable local, state, and federal laws. Assists with referrals to community resources as needed (e.g., legal, health, welfare, etc.).  Serves as a school contact for service providers.
• Assists with the revision of emergency preparedness/crisis management plans as directed (e.g., fire, weather, security, etc.).  Administers treat reporting, assessment, and response procedures.
• Assists with collection, verification, and recording of program information as directed.
• Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time.
• Respects personal privacy.  Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
• Encourages parent organizations and supports school-sponsored activities.
• Pursues growth opportunities that enhance professional performance and advance district goals.
• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
• Maintains a professional appearance.  Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Abilities                         The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful

Required:                     performance of assigned duties.

• Acknowledges personal accountability for decisions and conduct.
• Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills
• Engenders staff enthusiasm and teamwork.  Promotes a positive work/learning environment.
• Interprets information accurately and initiates effective responses.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Organizes tasks and manages time effectively.  Meets deadlines despite time constraints.
• Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.

Working                    To promote safety, employees are expected to exercise caution and comply with

Conditions:                safety regulations and district policies/procedures when involved in the following

                                      situations/conditions.

• Exposure to adverse weather conditions and seasonal temperature extremes.
• Exposure to blood borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Interaction with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.
• Operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
• Traveling to meetings and work assignments.

Performance       Job performance is evaluated according to the policy provisions adopted by the

Evaluations:        Upper Scioto Valley Board of Education.

Upper Scioto Valley Local School District does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, sex, disability, military status, ancestry, or age. The Board requires that employees comply with the statutory responsibilities cited in the Ohio Revised Code, the rules and regulations of the Ohio Department of Education, and all local and Federal mandates.  This job description does not imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed.  This job description is subject to change in response to funding variables, emerging technologies, improved operating procedures, productivity factors, and unforeseen events.