Dean of Students - PreK-12th Grade

Job DescriptionPosition: Dean of Students Reports To: Principal Work Location: CabotSalary: Based on Experience and QualificationsFLSA Status: ExemptOur MissionIt is the mission of the Caledonia Central Supervisory Union and its seven member schools to create a learning community in which each individual can achieve the highest standards of excellence in intellectual growth and citizenship.Position Overview: The PreK 12 Dean of Students job goal is to assist the Cabot School Principal in the effective and efficient running of school operations. Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000 /185 day contractJob DutiesActivities DirectorCoordinates and participates in community events.Participates with the administrative team in developing yearly, monthly, and weekly calendars of eventsKeeps the principal informed of activities and problemsAssists in preparation of the school budget. Performs such other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as the principal may assign related to the needs of the school.Supervises and evaluates the schools extracurricular activitiesPre-K 12 DisciplineAssists in developing procedures on tardiness, attendance, discipline, bullying, and deals with day-to-day student discipline issues.Maintains and updates the faculty staff and student handbooks.Manages student supervision and enforces school behavior expectations, including attendanceCounsels students and parents about school and district policiesAssists in the planning, developing, and implementing individual student behavior plansMaintains high standards of student conduct and works to ensure discipline codes are followed for all students, according due process to the rights of students.Serves as a resource to staff in dealing with classroom management issuesAssists in developing programs to promote positive student behavior as well as intervention strategiesConfers with building principal when necessary and provides appropriate consequences for behavior issuesSchedulesIn coordination with the principal and leadership team and with assistance from faculty and staff, designs master schedule.Coordinates daily duty schedulesFacilities Safety OfficerDevelops, implements, and oversees the Crisis Management Plan and the Crisis Management TeamPlans, records, and supervises fire drills and other drills as mandated by the board and state.Parent issues related to above dutiesLeadership SkillsBlends positive people-to-people skills and organizational needs to develop an open, trusting relationship between faculty, students, and community membersAssists in the implementation and observance of all Board policies and regulations by the schools staff and students.Makes strained situations work more productivelyIf one holds an administrative license, assist in staff evaluationsFirst Responder to activities related to the above job description Job duties may include other duties as assigned by the principal or superintendent,Facilitate monthly faculty meetings and data team.Provide instructional leadership for the faculty and staff in coordination with the principal, the curriculum coordinator, and the superintendentQualifications/ExperienceA minimum of 5 years of classroom teaching experience in an elementary or secondary environment. Hold and maintain a valid Vermont Teacher's license.Knowledge of leadership skills, strong management skills, effective conflict resolution skillsOrganizational and record-keeping skillsBasic computer skills to include, but not limited to, email, online meetings, spreadsheets, electronic documents, electronic file storage and sharingStrong human relationship skills and excellent verbal and written communication skillsExperience K 12 desirableKnowledge of student discipline policies, protocols, and best practices a must.

PBIS, Responsive Classroom, Developmental Design, Restorative Justice knowledge a plus. Collaborative professional team player a must.Knowledge of the MTSS model a must.Must be a team player and collaborative.Proven track record of successful school/community engagementPhysical RequirementsThe work environment is mixed, with moderate noise, controlled temperatures, and no exposure to chemicals or other adverse air quality factors.The work is light/moderate, requiring up to 30 pounds of force to move or lift objects.The following physical and mental abilities are representative of those expected to complete the essential functions of the job: Standing for prolonged periodsSitting for prolonged periodsRepetitive motions with the hands, wrists, or fingersRepetitive motions with force on the back or lower bodyAbility to feel, grasp, or hold objects by handDiscernment of colors visuallyDiscernment of letters or numbersDiscernment of objects under low light or distant conditionsUnderstanding and communicating in spoken languageUnderstanding and communicating in written languagePerception of soundsMaking decisions using logic and rational thinkingTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations shall be made, as required by law, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this job description.Caledonia Central Supervisory Union and the Cabot School assures equal opportunity and public access in all their employment and service policies.

Danville and CCSU do not discriminate in hiring, programs, or policies on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, or sexual orientation. JOB DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT All job requirements in the job description provided indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently. Job descriptions are an overview of the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested.

I have read and understand the job requirements, responsibilities and expectations set forth in the job description provided for my position. I attest that I am able to perform the essential job functions as outlined with or without any reasonable accommodations.

Salary : $70,000 - $80,000