Dean of Students - Hardin High School - SY2026-27

Hardin School Districts 17H & 1 have the following position open for the 2026-2027 school year:

DEAN OF STUDENTS – HARDIN HIGH SCHOOL

Applicant must have a valid Montana Educator License with any secondary curriculum endorsement. Benefit package includes: Health & Dental Insurance - District pays 80% of the Monthly Premium for All Levels of Coverage (i.e. Single, Two Party, Participant Children, and Family); Flexible Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care Expenses; District Retirement program; Discretionary Leave; District issued laptop and / or tablet; paid Professional Development Opportunities and possible teacher student loan forgiveness.  Duties being in August 2026.

APPLICATION PACKET REQUIREMENTS:

District Online Employment Application

Cover Letter

Resume

Up-to-Date Transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application process)

Three (3) Current Letters of Recommendation

Complete application and submit documentation listed above online at https://hardinpublic.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Only complete online applications will be considered

DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATION PACKET:

Open Until Filled

SCHOOL DISTRICTS 17H & 1

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE:   Dean of Students

FACILITY:              Hardin High School

REPORTS TO:        Principal, Superintendent

POSITION OVERVIEW: 

The person in this position supports the academic mission of Hardin High School, develops programs and services that foster educational growth, and ensures that students are appropriately placed into intervention classes.  This individual promotes a respectful and inclusive environment, and enriches the overall student experience at Hardin High School.  The Dean of Students creates an environment that is kindly conceived with well-executed co-curricular programs to help students succeed in their academic and personal pursuits.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

After School Program/Summer School Coordinator

• Work with After School Program Supervisor
• Check grades and identify students who need to be in the afterschool program on a bi-monthly basis
• Assign students the days they need to attend and inform the student
• Send letters home to parents/guardians of the assigned days the students need to attend       
• Make sure students and teachers are aware of the program and consequences of missing the assigned days.
• Keep track of grades after the first two weeks of the semester
• Schedule teachers to work Monday through Thursday beginning the third week of school - Schedule math two days a week (Monday & Wednesday), English (Tuesday), Science (Tuesday and Thursday), and History/Government (Wednesday).
• Keep track of teacher hours worked and submit claim forms
• Works with counselors implementing remote leaning and credit recovery options and enrollments
• Maintain communication with students and parents/guardians

 HiSet Options Coordinator

• Meet with principal and guidance counselors to establish a list of students for the HiSet Options Program
• Meet with students and parents/guardians to review HiSet Options and OPI Contract
• Provide OPI with a roster of the HHS Students enrolled in HiSet Options by due date
• Register students with PSI and establish their test accounts
• Register students for testing
• Work with principal to verify successful completion of all required HiSet Tests

 Student Success

• Make a list of qualifying students each quarter
• Work with community on incentives for SUCCESS STUDENTS
• Create and hand out SUCCESS CARDS each quarter in assembly or other way for recognition
• Multi-Tiered System of Support
• Work with Response to Intervention consultant and Literacy Coach to implement MTSS plan
• Data and Building Leadership Team member
• Attendance (9^th and 10^th Grade)
• Collaborate with Assistant-Principal and Attendance Secretary in notification of excessive absences
• Implement Attendance Policy
• Keep track of students’ attendance and notify parents / guardians of potential

 Fall Reports

• Work with Principal

 Effectiveness Report

• Work with Principal
• Prepare document for final approval by the Principal
• ACT Data
• Keep reports on file for reference
• Keep track of Action Plan
• Update Action Plan according to results
• Indian Education for All Support
• Act as a resource person to help teachers and staff to infuse Indian Education into the curriculum

Only minimum duties and responsibilities are listed.  Other duties and responsibilities may be required as given or assigned.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION:

Valid Montana Teacher Certification, Administration endorsement preferred

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and school community

Ability to be flexible in scheduling and planning

Ability to effectively use technology in the instructional/learning process

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing 

Ability to handle stressful situations

Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee and student matters

Ability to perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and School Board policies

EQUIPMENT USED:

Audio-visual equipment, interactive board, computer, tablet, various software, printer, copier, telephone/voicemail, general school/office equipment

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Students

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, occasionally walk and stand. The employee must be able to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee rarely performs routine work. The employee frequently exercises flexibility (ability to shift from one task to another). Guidance and reinforcement are usually available. The employee frequently works within time constraints and maintains attentiveness intensity. The employee is frequently involved in social interactions which require oral and written communications.

The physical demands and work-environment characteristics described within this position description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

The information in the position description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Employee may perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the School District.

Compensation: Salary Range SY26-27- $43,063-$69,444

Credit on the salary schedule will be given for up to eleven (11) years contracted teaching experience. A bonus of $2,500.00 will be added to the contracted amount for those teachers who hold an MA degree.

Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program: Hardin Public Schools receive federal Title 1 funds which is one criterion for eligibility in the Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program.There is also the possibility of qualifying for the critical teacher shortage loan assistance program. Several positions in our District may/will qualify.

School Districts 17H & 1: Our Districts have strong academic programs utilizing a variety of techniques for our students. There are programs for special education students and vocational students. There are a variety of music, drama, art, and sports opportunities for students of all ages. We are a Class A district, early childhood (age 4) through 12^th grade, with approximately 1,700 students. The student body is 84% Native American.

Our Schools:

Crow Agency Public School – Early Childhood-Grade 5

Hardin Primary School – Early Childhood-Grade 2

Hardin Intermediate School – Grades 3-5

Hardin Middle School – Grades 6-8

Hardin High School – Grades 9-12

Big Horn Academy – Grades 9-12

Community: Big Horn County, Montana is rich in history, culture and time-honored traditions.  It Includes the Crow and Northern Cheyenne Reservations. Hardin (county seat) is situated on the banks of the Bighorn River and the edge of the Crow Reservation. The town is surrounded by productive farms and ranches. Coal mining has also contributed greatly to the local economy. Hardin, is located 46 miles southeast of Billings (largest city in the State) by way of Interstate 90. The Big Horn County Museum, Little Big Horn Battlefield and Chief Plenty Coups State Park provide interesting and important history of the area. The scenic Big Horn, Pryor and Wolf Mountain ranges are part of the Big Horn County landscape.  Yellowtail Dam offers a majestic view of the water below. The spectacular Big Horn Canyon National Recreation Area is host to water sports.  This area of Big Sky Country also offers fishing, hunting, hiking, snowmobiling, camping, etc. for the outdoor enthusiast.  Annual events in Big Horn County include: Little Big Horn Days, Native Days, 4-H County Fair, Crow Fair, & rodeos.

Check out our District’s YouTube video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4fQL74r7pl4

Our website is  https://www.hardin.k12.mt.us/

To apply for this position, go to https://hardinpublic.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Only complete online applications will be considered

School Districts 17H & 1 are an equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $43,063 - $69,444