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High School Dean of Students

Primary Purpose

Under the direct supervision of a School Principal, to assist administrators, teachers, parents and students in resolving student attendance, behavioral and disciplinary problems in a consistent manner.

Essential Functions

• Assist teachers, parents and students in resolving non-academic student issues in the school, such as behavioral problems.
• Maintains records of any student disciplinary actions taken in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and District policies.
• Confers with parents, teachers, support services personnel and students on matters of discipline and problem solving.
• Provides mentoring services to students and consultation services to parents.
• Reports to administrators, teachers, school attendance staff, parents, and students relative to issues affecting student performance.
• Recommends appropriate programs for students to assist them with behavioral problems.
• Instructs and advises students regarding their responsibility to adhere to school rules and policies, to foster a safe school environment, and to respect other individuals and property.
• Assists administrators, teachers, and school attendance staff in addressing student attendance problems.
• Assists in the administration of the In-School Suspension Program and co-curricular activities.
• Arranges meetings as directed with students, parents, teachers, and administrators regarding disciplinary problems in school.
• Counsels individual students as needed and makes appropriate referrals for testing, guidance or other services.
• Coordinates with community and government agencies relating to drug and alcohol abuse, truancy, and other conduct.
• Assists in developing policies and practices to assure building security and safety.
• Assists in the preparation of student expulsion hearings.
• Interprets building and system policy to parents, staff and student groups.
• Attends P.P.T. and 504 meetings
• Attends evening activities and support after school programs.
• Participates in orienting new personnel and substitutes to the building.
• Maintain confidentiality of information learned in the course of performing duties.
• Have knowledge of high school curriculum and concepts.
• Have knowledge of PowerSchool and its technical application.
• Have knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation and staff supervision.
• Have knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Be dedicated to ensuring high achievement for all students

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal

Note:  The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings as required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations regarding student discipline, bullying, sexual harassment, etc.
• Knowledge of student behavior management techniques.
• Knowledge of dispute resolution techniques and ability to engage in dispute resolution.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to be collaborative, reflective and take constructive feedback.

Qualifications Profile

Certification/License:

Connecticut State Certification as an Intermediate Administrator (092).

Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education:

Bachelor's and Masters Degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

• Successful experience working with children at risk.
• Successful experience developing and implementing professional development programs relating to non-academic student behavioral issues preferred.

Application process:
Apply online..www.windsorct.org
Windsor Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer 
Windsor Public Schools are committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. Windsor Public Schools do not discriminate in any employment practice, education program or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal non-discrimination laws. Windsor Public Schools shall not deny access to or a fair opportunity to meet, or otherwise discriminate against any youth group listed as a patriotic society in Title 36 of the United States Code that wishes to conduct a meeting using school facilities pursuant to Board of Education policy. Windsor Public Schools do not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction.  District Title IX Coordinator: Danielle Batchelder, Chief of Operations / 601 Matianuck Avenue, Windsor, CT 06095, 860-687-2000. District 504 Coordinator: Mary Cristofaro, Director of Pupil & Special Education Services / 601 Matianuck Avenue, Windsor, CT 06095, 860-687-2000.