The Dean of Students reports to the Head of School and is responsible for all issues relating to the well-being of the students during their attendance at the School. These include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following areas:
Responsibilities:
- Provide an orderly, controlled environment in which learning can take place, a School climate which is supportive and which reflects high morale.
- Aware of the educational, physical, social, and psychological needs of the members of our School community and to develop plans for meeting these needs.
- Working knowledge of reading programs such as Orton Gillingham and Wilson.
- Ensure compliance with legal requirements of government regulations and agencies that examine and accredit the School.
- Provide an orderly, controlled environment in which learning can take place, a School climate which is supportive and which reflects high morale.
- Aware of the educational, physical, social, and psychological needs of the members of our School community and to develop plans for meeting these needs.
- Ensure compliance with legal requirements of government regulations and agencies that examine and accredit the School.
- Aid in the establishment of in-service training of teachers, and for the evaluation of classroom teachers, to ensure that teachers are familiar with and are supported in all areas of student discipline and behavior.
- Attend and aid in regular meetings with faculty which will deal both with routine School matters and with the stimulating exchange of ideas on student issues.
- Oversee the coordination of the co-curricular and extra-curricular activity programs of the School; to assist in the planning and the presentation of School assemblies and programs; to assist in maintaining a comprehensive calendar of School events; to keep the entire School community informed of various School programs and activities.
- Provide for the academic guidance of students; to maintain complete academic records on all students; to oversee the grading and the reporting of standards and methods used by teachers in measuring student achievement.
- Responsible for establishing guidelines for proper student conduct and dress; to maintain student discipline consonant with School policies; to monitor students’ adherence to established School rules; to maintain accurate records of student attendance and citizenship.
- Assist with the master School class schedule and to assign teachers and students to classes and other obligations.
- Serve as a consultant to teachers in matters of classroom management and general School procedures.
- Maintain student discipline and follow-through with correspondence record keeping relating to discipline.
- Schedule parent/teacher conferences and maintain records and correspondence relating to parent conferences.
- Counsel students when necessary, working closely with related service providers and the Director of Special Education.
- Schedule special programs and student events.
- Keep the head fully informed on student issues and all other relevant matters pertaining to school life.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School.
- To support the school and its leadership.
Qualifications:
- A degree in Special Education.
- Knowledge of reading programs (Orton Gillingham, Wilson etc.)
- Independent school experience preferred.
- Knowledge of the cognitive, linguistic, and developmental needs of students.
The Dean of Students is expected to participate fully in the life of the school, be a team-player, a supportive colleague, and contributing member of the professional community.
Applicants are required to submit a resume, cover letter, and two professional reference letters. Please submit by email to hr @ vincentsmithschool.org. No phone calls please. The Vincent Smith School is an equal opportunity employer.
The Vincent Smith School, a grades 1-12 independent school founded in 1924, provides an individualized program for students with ADD, ADHD, and Learning Disabilities, such as Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities, Auditory Processing Disorders and Language (Expressive/Receptive) Processing Disorders.
Located on a beautiful 4 ½ acre campus in Port Washington, NY, the School is seeking a collaborative Dean of Students to join us in serving our students.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Experience level:
School type:
Experience:
- Reading Orton/Wilson: 3 years (Required)
- Teaching: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Special Education Certification (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Port Washington, NY: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person