Dean of Students - Gary, United States - GEO Academies

Description

GEO 21st Century Academy in Gary is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Dean of Students to join our High School team. The Dean of Students will be responsible for overseeing the academic and social development of our students, ensuring that they have a positive and enriching experience while at our institution. The ideal candidate will have a passion for education and a commitment to student success.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement programs and initiatives that promote student success and engagement
• Oversee student conduct and discipline, ensuring that all policies and procedures are followed

1. Investigates and resolves all discipline problems in a fair and just manner
2. Investigates student complaints and grievances.
3. Interviews students and witnesses in disciplinary investigations
4. Investigate, adjudicate, and monitor minor infractions of the school code in the form of progressive discipline
5. such as detentions, classroom referrals, Saturday detention, and in-school suspension
6. Suspends students from school in accordance with Board policy and state law
7. Re-enters students upon completion of out-of-school suspensions, facilitates student/teacher re- entry meetings,
8. and provides Peer Mediation to resolve student conflicts
9. Maintains disciplinary records required by policy, regulation, law or good practice
10. Presents the school's case in due process proceedings for suspension and expulsion

• Collaborate with faculty and staff to provide academic support and resources to students
• Serve as a liaison between students, faculty, and administration
• Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations and businesses to provide opportunities for student internships and employment
• Manage student organizations and clubs, providing guidance and support as needed by working with the Guidance Counselor and SPED team for testing, guidance or psychological counseling
• Develop and implement strategies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion on campus
• Oversee the student housing program, ensuring that all facilities are safe and well-maintained
• Manage the student health and wellness program, providing resources and support to students as needed
• Oversees all matters of student attendance

1. Communicates with parents, teachers and Principal on student attendance.
2. Investigates attendance issues
3. Assign students appropriate consequences for truancy
4. Decides if absences are excusable under state law and board policy
5. Advises students and parents on ways to improve attendance
6. Oversees student attendance record to ensure all absences are adjudicated
7. Compares information or data with other records for verification

• Provides and maintains appropriate communication with family and community, including law enforcement agencies and the judicial systems. Works with community and government agencies on problems relating to truancy
• Works cooperatively with local police agencies and the School Resource Officers
• Serves as liaison between school and home
• Serves as liaison between school and juvenile court
• Serves as liaison between school, police and School Resource Officer
• Represents the school system at community meetings and conferences

** This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties, which may be changed at any time.

If you are passionate about education and student success, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

REPORTS TO/TERM:

• Principal
• This is a 10-month position.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

• A Bachelor's Degree (required) in education, student affairs, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
• Valid (State) Teaching License preferred
• Proven desire to make a difference in children's lives
• 5 years' proven experience in student affairs, teaching, counseling or a related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff and students
• Strong leadership & management skills
• Knowledge of current trends and best practices in student affairs
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and manage multiple priorities