A Dean of Students responds to students' needs at a college or university and plans programs for campus life and support for students. Supervises student-focused programs on a college or university campus and serves as a liaison between college administrators and student organizations.
2026-2027 Dean Of Students Applicant Pool (Elementary, Middle, High)
Suffolk Public Schools
TBD Location - Suffolk, Virginia This job is also posted in Suffolk Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5857530
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
DEAN OF STUDENTS GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK
Performs difficult professional work assisting the principal in the discipline of students. The Dean of Students is responsible for contacting the parents regarding discipline matters. This involves reviewing referrals from staff and acting upon behavior that warrants disciplinary action. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Principal.
This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS
This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge or skills associated with May Serve as LEA. Assesses and resolves all behavior problems that disrupt the learning process or the safety of students or staff.
Confers with parents and students relating to behavioral adjustment and academic goals.
Assists in the implementation of the school discipline plan.
Assists with providing a safe and secure school environment.
Assists administrators, teachers, bus drivers and bus aides to assure safe transportation to and from school.
Assist with emergency situations when needed.
Assists the principals/assistant principal in other areas as directed.
Performs related tasks as required.
Note:
The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must have thorough knowledge of school law. (State and local). Must have leadership and management skills necessary to work with students, teachers, parents, and administrators. Strong oral and written communication skills; outstanding leadership and personal characteristics; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, parents, teachers, and students.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and three years of teaching experience. Master's degree preferred. Administrative endorsement preferred.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a Virginia Teaching License.
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
AA/EOE STATEMENT
This employer does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or national origin.
