Dean of Student Services/ Testing Coordinator

Employment Schedule: 11 monthsOverview: The Dean is a professional member of the leadership team. The Dean is instrumental in making sure that student behavior supports the mission, goals, and objectives of Avant Garde Academy. The Dean reports directly to the Principal.Requirements: Master’s Degree preferred Valid teaching certificationMinimum of 3 years of teaching or school-based leadership experienceStrong organizational and communication skillsAbility to work effectively with students, staff, and familiesDuties and Responsibilities:AdministrativeSupervise all discipline policies and procedures. Enforce all such policies.Investigate student disciplinary issues and determine next steps neededAdjudicate consequences following the district’s Discipline MatrixKeep accurate records of incidents and outcomesProvide monthly reports of students with habitual infractions.Confer with parents and teachers concerning disciplinary issues and maintain appropriate documentation of all communicationImplement, support and monitor the schoolwide PBIS program Collaborate with teachers and RTI Coordinator regarding behavior interventions Lead and support preventive initiatives to reduce behavior issues before they occur Provide for professional development for teachers with respect to disciplinary best practices.Serve as a member of the Attendance CommitteeSupervisionHall MonitoringAssist with daily school operationsSupervise students during non-class timesSupport emergency drills and safety proceduresBe a visible presence around the school Part-Time Test Coordinator:Schedules and administers all progress monitoring tools as well as district proficiency and standardized assessments. Develop and manage the testing schedule in coordination with the Instructional Coaches for various assessments (standardized tests, state/district assessments), to include but not limited to: FAST PM 1-3 and STARArrange for test materials, testing locations, testing planAttend district and state mandated trainingsProvide training regarding test administration requirements and protocols to staff Serve as a point of contact for testing questions or issuesMaintain accurate federal, state and district required records.Ensure testing materials and results remain confidential and secureAddress and report testing irregularities or violations immediatelyEnsure students with IEPs, 504 plans, or ELL needs receive appropriate accommodationsCollaborate with Special Education and ELL staff to implement accommodations accuratelyAll other duties as assigned by the Principal.Skills and Knowledge:Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment towards the job and the mission of the school.Demonstrates excellent communication skills including oral presentations, written skills, active listening skills and ability to negotiate and influence.Establishes excellent interpersonal skills between all constituents: being courteous, professional, and helpful; demonstrates high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.Ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple projects.Ability to be at work consistently, to arrive on time, to follow instructions, to respond to management direction and to solicit feedback to improve performance.Problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level.Seeks ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Strives to research, evaluate and implement best practices.Strong customer orientation.Strong track record for analyzing complex problems/issues, identifying patterns and recommending creative solutions.Proactive and takes initiative. Think creatively. Drives projects to completion. Insists on the highest level of quality. Establishes and maintains professional and cooperative working relationships with all stakeholders: parents, students, staff, neighbors, and partners.