Dean of Students Position Available In Camden, New Jersey

Dean of Students
Camden, NJ, USA
Full-time

RY 25-26

Company Description
Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!
Job Description
At Uncommon Schools the Dean of Students (DOS) partners with the Principal and Director of Operations to create a school culture where students are actively engaged in academics and excited to come to school. Our schools are a place where students enjoy learning and engage respectfully with their peers, teachers and community. Our Deans build strong relationships and a positive school culture to ensure that all students embody the school’s values and stay focused on their journey to and through college. The Dean will also lead initiatives around school culture, our college preparatory focus, culturally responsive teaching, and student and family engagement.

As Dean of Students:

You’ll work closely with the Principal and Director of Operations to establish a positive, achievement-oriented, and culturally responsive school culture.
You’ll demonstrate mastery of our instructional taxonomy to model behavior management best practices for teachers. You’ll support teachers in empowering students to meet their full academic and personal potential.
You’ll navigate behavioral crisis-intervention and acute behavioral issues, and you’ll manage the school-wide behavior plan utilizing culturally responsive techniques.
You’ll collaborate with teachers, students, and families to create and implement individual behavior plans.
You’ll manage systems that support school initiatives that lead to academic success for our students (e.g., attendance systems, homework systems).
You’ll be highly present and visible during school hours, constantly ensuring the school has an inclusive and joyful school culture.
You’ll model the school’s values and the standard for academic and personal excellence.
Qualifications
Unwavering belief in high academic and behavioral expectations for all students.
Exceptional time and task management skills;
Ability to persevere despite uncertainty and unexpected obstacles;
Relentless drive to empower students academically and personally;
Self-motivation, desire to be a great teammate, and a strong sense of personal responsibility;
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and strong interpersonal skills with students, parents, colleagues, and community members;
Ability and desire to implement feedback from school leaders and colleagues.

Requirements:

3+ years of experience working with youth or teaching in an urban district or charter school setting, with an explicit focus on building rapport and trust;
Proven track record of holding high standards and offering emotional and academic support to students;
Bachelor’s degree is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.