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Administrative - Licensed - Dean of Students
Job Number 2000018027
Start Date
Open Date 08/04/2026
Closing Date
DEAN OF STUDENTS
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The Dean of Students plays a key role in fostering a positive and supportive school climate by overseeing student discipline, attendance, and behavior management programs. Under the supervision of the Principal, the Dean of Students works collaboratively with administrators, teachers, students, parents, and community stakeholders to promote a safe and respectful learning environment within the Washoe County School District.
As part of a leadership team, the Dean of Students is responsible for site progress toward achieving the district and school's mission, vision, and core beliefs. Incumbent provides management of site programs, accountability directives, student discipline, and facilities. The incumbent acts as liaison to parents, community, and other district groups. Monitors and assists with student progress, evaluates and ensures high-quality staff performance, and works with the parents and the community. Incumbent performs related work as required. The Dean also plays a key role in promoting equity, social-emotional learning, and academic achievement for all students.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Student Behavior and Discipline

• Develops, implements, and oversees student behavior policies, discipline procedures, and restorative practices in alignment with district policies and state regulations.
• Works with school counselors, social workers, and other support staff to address student behavioral and social-emotional needs.
• Leads initiatives to promote positive school culture, including anti-bullying programs, conflict resolution strategies, and peer mediation efforts.
• Utilizes effective methods for behavior prevention and management; supports staff with behavior management strategies and communicates expectations with students and families.

• Work closely with students, teachers, and families to address behavioral concerns and develop intervention plans.

Attendance and Student Engagement

• Monitors student attendance, identifies trends, and collaborates with families and staff to improve student engagement and reduce absenteeism.
• Assists in producing various reports, including attendance (absence and tardiness), Count Day, SPP, MTSS, and testing, and provides evidence if needed for appeal processes.

• Collaborate with counselors, teachers, and administrators to implement behavioral and academic support systems.
• Develop and oversee attendance improvement strategies, ensuring student accountability.

Instructional Support and School Leadership

• Supports the vision leadership of the school principal that involves staff, families, students, and the community in the identification and accomplishment of the school's mission.
• Encourages and develops the leadership of others; analyzes relevant information, makes decisions, delegates responsibility, and provides appropriate support and follow-up.
• Applies collaborative strategic planning to help identify and accomplish the school's mission, goals, and objectives.
• Acts as an instructional support resource for staff; regularly observes teaching methods and strategies and ensures their effectiveness.
• Encourages students and staff to participate in co-curricular activities that enhance and complement classroom learning.
• Demonstrates knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and assessment and their relationship to program goals and objectives.
• Uses a variety of techniques and strategies to assess student performance and progress; proficient in data management systems and analysis of student achievement data.
• Supports Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and inclusive practices.

School Climate and Safety

• Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive school environment that supports student learning and well-being.
• Lead initiatives to build positive relationships between students, staff, and families.
• Promote programs that support student leadership, engagement, and character development.
• Assist in crisis management and conflict resolution within the school community.
• Provides a safe, orderly climate for learning; manages the operation and maintenance of the physical environment.
• Ensures safety plans are current and scheduled drills are performed and recorded for compliance.

Teacher & Staff Collaboration

• Work with teachers to develop classroom management strategies that enhance student engagement.
• Provide support and training for staff on effective behavioral intervention strategies.
• Monitor teacher and student performance data to drive instructional improvements.
• Support teachers in professional growth, lesson planning, and curriculum.
• Regularly observe classroom instruction, provide feedback on teaching methods and strategies to ensure their effectiveness.
• Complete certified and classified evaluation.

Compliance and Administrative Responsibilities

• Assists in supervision of students during school activities, events, and transitional times (e.g., lunch, recess, arrival/dismissal).
• Ensures compliance with appropriate laws of the State of Nevada, district regulations, and the Nevada Department of Education policies.
• Assists in ensuring accurate procedures are followed for progress reports and student grades.
• Develops data reports that track student progress and needed student interventions.
• Organize and participate in school events that strengthen community relationships.
• May serve as Local Education Agency (LEA) for 504s and IEP to ensure compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Education and Experience: Any combination of education/experience that could likely provide the required knowledge in qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:
Education: Master's degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in administration, education, educational leadership, or other related field;
AND
Experience: Five (5) years of certified teaching experience, education administration, or K-12 leadership in an educational setting.
Licenses/Certificates: School Administrators License required. Proper endorsement is necessary before starting work in the position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of child development, human relations, and challenges facing students and families.
• Understanding of strategies for collaborating with families, community leaders, and school personnel.
• Expertise in data collection, analysis, and data-driven decision-making for school improvement.
• Familiarity with district-wide discipline plans, behavior matrices, attendance policies, and inclusive practices.
• Proficiency in effective classroom instructional pedagogy and curriculum pacing.
• Knowledge of school law, public relations, and staff supervision.
• Strong skills in planning, organizing, managing staff, and resolving conflicts constructively.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to establish positive relationships within diverse communities.
• Ability to coach instructionally, de-escalate student behavior, and support team-building efforts.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work environment and 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.
Work Environment

• Exposure to weather: Occasional exposure to outdoor weather.
• Exposure to loud noises: Occasional exposure to loud noises.
• Working in confined spaces: Occasional work in confined spaces.
• Working at heights: Rarely working at excessive heights
• Working with hazardous materials: Rarely working with hazardous materials.

Physical Demands

• Lifting/Carrying: Occasionally lifting to 25lbs, rarely lifting over 25lbs.
• Standing/Walking: Requires prolonged standing and walking throughout the workday.
• Bending/Stooping: Occasional bending and stooping to retrieve items.
• Reaching: Occasionally reaching above shoulder level.
• Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally moving objects by pushing or pulling.
• Climbing: May rarely need to climb stairs or ladders to access equipment.
• Fine motor skills: Requires dexterity for handling small parts and tools.

THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.
The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environments for all students, staff, and visitors.? The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT
Washoe County School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Washoe County School District is committed to providing all applicants and employees equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, military status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Here at Washoe County School District, we are a diverse group of people who honor the differences that drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our students and employees. We believe that through a culture of inclusivity, we have the power to reflect on the community we serve.
Site(s) Inskeep Elementary School
Internal Job Number 2026-27-A264199
Salary
Grade 25
Salary range starts: $64,041
Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position.
View Salary Schedules here. See page two(2).
Range/Grade 25
Additional Job Information
Interested applicants should apply online here by completing an Administrative application and attaching a resume and letter of interest to your online Administrative application, or by updating an existing Administrative application no later than the closing date of the posting. Applications must be linked to the job posting to be considered.
Dean applicants must be able to commit to completing professional learning courses as part of the Leadership Pathway Project.
Benefit packages are available for all employees, eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the District which include but are not limited to;

• No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance. Employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums.
• Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Contribution options will be explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation.
• Salary Increases
• Longevity Bonuses
• Guidance Resources
• And More - Visit our Benefits page for more information.
• Please be advised health insurance premiums are paid by employees at a prorated percent for those working less than full time.

New employees will be fingerprinted upon hire and will have $58.50 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting. Fingerprint fees are subject to change. Your job offer is conditional until a report is returned from the FBI and Nevada Department of Public Safety that meets the standards of WCSD for employment purposes.
Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact the Human Resources at (775) 348-0321.