Mission:

Renaissance Academy Charter School of the Arts provides children an enriched and rigorous education through the humanities and arts integration leading to success in college, careers and life.

School’s Hiring Commitment:

Renaissance Academy School of the Arts is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Dean of Students

Position

Dean of Students

Summary

The Dean of Students serves as a member of the school’s administrative team and assists with the daily operation of the school, specifically in the areas of behavioral, student conduct and disciplinary prevention. The incumbent also provides leadership and serves as a resource for Restorative Practices and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).

Reports to

Assistant Principal

Exempt or Non-Exempt

Exempt

Salary Grade and Location

Salary is highly competitive and based on degree and certification

11-month in person position

Insurance and 403(b) is offered to full time employees with cost based on coverage that is chosen

All applicants must receive fingerprint clearance prior to starting employment.

Education, Experience and/or Certification License Requirement

• College graduate; Bachelor’s degree required
• 5 years classroom instructional experience, preferred
• School Leadership Certification, preferred
• Previous teaching experience in a public or private school, preferably in an urban setting; or experience working with groups of children and youth, preferably in an urban setting; within the candidate’s special skill area preferred;

Competencies

• Oversees and supports the de-escalation of students in crisis and physical altercations; then oversees and ensures follow up and communication to all parties involved and their families
• Assigns and maintains two-way radios
• Regularly communicates with families about positive and negative behaviors and/or incidents exhibited in school
• Provides follow up and restoration after incidents with students and families, sometimes involving home visits
• Conducts home visits with other support staff members to look out for students’ wellbeing and safety and/or to communicate with families that are unreachable
• Enforces student uniform policy
• Available to answer support calls for Tier 3 behaviors
• Follow up on written discipline referrals within 24 hours and maintain the log of this in School Runner
• Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of intervention programs that address the needs of at-risk students in regards to behavior;
• Develops and administers disciplinary procedures in accordance with Charter policies and state laws; receives referrals and confers with students, parents, teachers, community agencies, building administration and law enforcement; responds to and resolves parent, student, and staff concerns and complaints; serves on discipline or expulsion panels as assigned;
• Provides direction to a variety of faculty, staff and student programs and services; participates in informal classroom visitations and observations in regards to student behavior and classroom management; coaches teachers in the area of behavior management and provides recommendations and suggestions for improvement.
• Liaises with the Center for Youth with regard to the Alternative to Suspension (ATS) program.
• Supports in the supervision of cafeteria monitors, Behavioral Interventionist, and Center for Youth’s Social Emotional Specialist
• Participates as needed in Individual Educational Plan meetings and RTI teams.
• Monitors Schools Bark Account/ Internet Security
• Attends meetings of parents and other groups
• Schedules and leads reentry meetings for students after suspensions
• Works with the building principal and assistant principal to establish a safe and secure learning environment for students. Assists with the development of plans for emergency situations in collaboration with other administrators, staff and public safety agencies, including maintaining the SAVE document, being compliant with fire drills and all other evacuation drills
• Facilitates professional development for staff on restorative practices, trauma-informed practices, and other strategies used with students
• Oversees bus incidents and reviews bus suspensions
• Be a support in scheduling building security for events
• Prepares and maintains a variety of school, county, state and federal records and reports (i.e., DASA reports, suspension reports to state); directs preparation of records and reports by staff (i.e. discipline referrals)
• Participates in administrative meetings and training to improve administrative skills; maintains current knowledge of the district’s adopted social emotional curriculum and management systems like Whole Brain Teaching and Classroom Economy (6th grade)
• Performs other duties as assigned that directly support students, families, and staff.
• Models the school’s values and the standard for academic and personal excellence.
• Support teachers in empowering students to meet their full academic and personal potential.
• Serves as the school DASA Coordinator

Core Values and Essential Functions of the Job

Our School’s core values are:

• More time to learn (longer school days, extended school year)
• Integrates the Arts in Learning and extended Arts Education throughout the week
• Applies set of learning dispositions through the Positivity Project character strengths
• A Focus on Language and Literacy
• A Focus on Numeracy and the 8 Mathematical Practices
• Character Education infusion
• Extended Student and Family Resources

Essential Functions:

Staff are committed to continuous improvement principles;

Staff are committed to providing a culturally inclusive environment while striving to include culturally responsive and relevant practices in the classroom;

Can form relationships and work with young children in a nurturing school environment;

Has a passion and commitment for social justice, diversity and equity in education;

Can communicate in a positive and professional manner across the school;

Can build interpersonal relationships with diverse audiences;

Maintains a positive attitude, even in the face of pressure;

Is a team player;

Is open to feedback and being coached to grow practices;

Thrives in a fast-paced, flexible, entrepreneurial environment;

Is solutions-oriented and completes tasks and projects effectively and in a timely manner;

Takes initiative, prioritizes tasks effectively, and can work independently with little direction;

Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion in the dissemination of information;

Can gather and organize data and solve problems effectively; and

Maintains a positive, growth mindset

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent writing, interpersonal, and organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and on a team.

Responsibilities are representative but may not capture all tasks to be performed. The candidates will be expected to complete all duties which may be required in the performance and scope of their position.

Physical Environment

May require physical work including moving about to coordinate work, moderate exposure to loud noises, and possibly lifting of heavy objects.

Date Last Revised

June 30, 2023

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,000.00 - $67,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Charter school

Ability to Relocate:

• Rochester, NY 14612: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person