Dean of Students jobs in Indiana

Position:   Dean of Students

Qualifications:   All candidates must possess valid and appropriate Indiana Teaching Certification

Effective Date:   2024-2025 School Year

Submit the Following:

• Letter of Interest
• Resume
• License
• Transcripts
• References with Telephone Numbers
• 3 Letters of Recommendation

For Additional Information Contact:                        

Mr. Greg Mikulich

Superintendent

Knox Community School Corporation

574-772-1601

gmikulich@knox.k12.in.us

Mr. Jim Condon

Principal Knox Middle School

jcondon@knox.k12.in.us

Position Title:  Dean of Students, Middle School School

Department:    Middle School Building

Reports To:     Principal

SUMMARY:  Responsible for aiding the Principal and Assistant Principal in the administration of the total school program.  Responsible for overseeing student academic progress, ensuring a safe and conducive learning environment, developing and implementing school policies, and addressing student behavioral issues. They are often the go-to person for parents, teachers, and students for any school-related issues. The Dean of Students also collaborates closely with other administrators to develop and execute strategies aimed at improving student retention and success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned.

         Administers a program of student discipline.

         Assists in managing building staff, including class schedules and building problems.

         Assists scheduling special events during the school day.

         Provides general supervision to students.  Supervise before and after school activities.

         Effective communication with parents.

         Monitor and enforce the Corporation’s attendance policy.

         Enhance a positive climate and culture at Knox Middle School.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:    Minimum 5 years teaching and/or administrative experience.  Administrative Certification preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid  Teaching Certificate.  Specific Course work related to Middle School.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from community, regulatory agencies, or members of staff. Ability to build positive relationships with all stakeholders.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:  Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community.  Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.  Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.