Holland Hall was established in 1922 and currently serves approximately 1,000 PreK through 12th grade students in a coeducational setting. An Episcopal school distinguished by an excellent academic program and a student-centered environment emphasizing a holistic approach to education, we strive to provide a challenging, comprehensive educational experience grounded in a rigorous liberal arts, college preparatory curriculum that promotes critical thinking and life-long learning. True to our Episcopal tradition, we seek to foster in each student a strong moral foundation and a deep sense of social responsibility in an open, ecumenical environment. Holland Hall graduates attend colleges and universities across the country, including some of the nation’s most selective institutions. The Holland Hall community welcomes students and faculty of diverse racial, cultural, and religious backgrounds.

Job Overview:

4th-6th Grade Dean, PE/Athletics

The 4th-6th Grade Dean is responsible for overseeing student behavior, attendance, and discipline. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders, including teachers, students, parents, and administrators, to create a positive and supportive school environment conducive to learning and personal growth. In addition, this position includes teaching up to 3 sections of middle school physical education, coaching middle school sports, and assisting with athletic events. The ideal candidate will assume the role of Head Middle School Football coach and/or Game Manager for evening sports events.

Key Dean Responsibilities:

Grade Level Team Meetings:

• Attend and actively participate in grade level team meetings to discuss student progress, concerns, and strategies for improving student outcomes and well-being.

• Collaborate with teachers to identify students who may require additional support or intervention and develop appropriate action plans.

Attendance and Tardiness Monitoring:

• Monitor student attendance and tardies, identifying trends and patterns that may require intervention or support per the handbook.

• Communicate regularly with parents regarding their child's attendance and tardiness, providing guidance and support to improve punctuality and regular school attendance.

Student Behavior:

• Oversee implementation of discipline processes that aligns with school policies and promotes a positive and respectful school culture.

• Establish and enforce behavioral expectations and guidelines to promote a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.

• Provide guidance and support to students in managing their behavior, fostering self-discipline, and promoting positive social interactions.

• Coordinate disciplinary actions in collaboration with teachers, administrators, and support staff to ensure fair and consistent enforcement of school rules and consequences.

• Coordinate Lunch Demand with proctors, teachers, and students as well as follow through on communication when patterns develop.

Parent Communication:

• Communicate with parents regarding their child's behavior, disciplinary issues, and any concerns related to their academic and social progress.

• Conduct parent meetings and conferences to discuss strategies for addressing behavioral challenges and fostering student success and well-being.

Student Life:

• Attend regular meetings with the Student Life team to collaborate on school culture, student needs, parent communication, and overall school issues.

Key Physical Education Responsibilities:

• Teaching knowledge and skills in physical fitness, health education, rhythms and dance, and individual, dual, or team sports, utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.

• Instructing pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school.

• Working cooperatively with other physical education teachers in planning a balanced physical education program.

• Analyzing, demonstrating, and explaining basic skills, knowledge, and strategies of formal sports, games rhythms, and fundamentals of body movement.

• Providing individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil, to the extent feasible.

• Providing appropriate safety instruction and making safety checks on equipment and field areas to ensure the overall safety of pupils.

• Evaluating each pupil’s growth in physical skills, knowledge, and contribution in team sports.

• Identifying pupil needs and cooperating with other professional staff members in helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.

• Participating in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.

The above essential functions are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills. Employees are expected to perform other job-related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education or related field preferred.

• Previous coaching experience.

• Proven ability to work with children.

EXPECTATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE

• Ability to relate to kids while maintaining professionalism.

• Regular attendance is required for successful completion of job duties.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Faculty are required to report by 7:45 am and the school day ends at 3:10 pm. Faculty often must prepare lesson plans and meet with parent/students well before and after the above-mentioned times. The time required to perform this job frequently extends to hours outside the school day, to include evening and weekends. Faculty must be present before or after the school day at departmental, team, or committee meetings as required.

• Regularly sit, turn, bend, reach, walk, talk, hear and to visually intercept visitors.

• Be able to occasionally lift up to 60 pounds.

• Regularly uses close and distance vision.

• Work can be indoors in a temperature controlled, sealed office, studio, gymnasium or outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• This position is not eligible for telecommuting; however, temporary telecommuting arrangements may be approved for circumstances such as inclement weather, special projects, or business travel. These arrangements are approved on an as-needed basis only, with no expectation of ongoing continuance.