Dean of Students - 2026 / 2027 School Year

Dean Of Students - 2026 / 2027 School Year

The Dean Of Students plays a pivotal role in fostering an inclusive, achievement-focused school culture. This position spearheads the implementation of the Mastery School Culture Model, shaping a culture that prioritizes achievement, positive outcomes, and a sense of belonging. The Dean will model restorative discipline practices and build strong relationships with students, families, and staff to promote a safe, positive, and engaged learning environment.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Lead the implementation of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) programs, including community meetings, classroom circles, and SEL courses.
• Support restorative discipline practices and manage student behavior for up to 900 students.
• Develop and execute student support intervention plans for students with frequent infractions or absenteeism.
• Partner with teachers to develop and implement classroom management strategies for individual students.
• Engage with students, families, and staff to foster a strong sense of belonging and accountability.
• Manage student behavior data, including attendance, discipline, and merit records, to track trends and inform interventions.
• Oversee student supervision during key modes of operation such as arrival, dismissal, lunch, transitions, and after-school programs.
• Facilitate detention, suspension, and other disciplinary actions in alignment with the school's Code of Conduct.
• Collaborate with the school social worker to proactively address school-wide behavioral concerns.
• Actively participate in crisis prevention, de-escalation techniques, and other safety interventions, including participating in training and physical maneuvers as necessary to ensure a safe environment.
• Provide ongoing mentorship and guidance to help students navigate their educational experience and achieve their highest potential.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to enhance school culture and student success.

Qualifications :

Physical Requirements :

Salary and Bonus Information :

We offer a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Some of our most popular benefits include our 403(b) retirement plan for PA employees (with a 5% match from Mastery), enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees, a robust Employee Assistance Program, mental health and counseling programs, an annual Professional Development Fund, and discounts and perks at a myriad of retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and so much more, as well as a Benefits VIP Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits-related topics.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Mastery may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.