Eastside Catholic School seeks an outgoing and relational High School Dean of Students. The Dean of Students works with the principal to carry out the school’s academic and behavioral programs. As a professional educator, the Dean of Students understands and responds to the challenges presented by our diverse student population. The Dean of Students provides proactive leadership to engage all stakeholders in delivering programs and services to support our students’ academic achievement, and personal and social development. The Dean of Students works cooperatively with the principal, counselor, staff, students and parents toward a positive school climate. The High School Dean reports directly to the High School Principal and includes support for overall school safety and supervision.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Supervise student discipline and attendance issues
• Schedule parent and/or teacher conferences concerning discipline or attendance issues and maintain appropriate records. 
• Counsel students, when necessary, in groups or one-on-one
• Develops proactive programs to improve student behavior, culture and interactions
• Keep principals fully informed on relevant matters of student discipline and school life
• Create a positive school culture by coaching faculty on how to manage behaviors through
  high-quality instruction, strong relationships, clear expectations and positive classroom culture
• Supervision of students while not in the classroom that may include arrivals/departures, parking lots, lunch periods, hall duty, assemblies, extracurricular programs, etc.
• Attends and supervises school social events on or off campus as needed, including dances and athletic games
• Prepares and maintains accurate records; submits reports on time; maintains discipline records for the maximum period mandated by law and/or board policy 

• Takes precautions to ensure staff and student safety and is a member of the Incident Response Team
• Is attentive to student behaviors that may indicate issues outside of the schoolhouse (e.g., profanity, teasing, bullying, distress, etc.) 
• Intervenes and works with faculty and staff to address behavior that is unacceptable per the Student and Family Handbook
• Participates in professional growth opportunities, as appropriate 
• Strives to develop rapport and serve as a positive role model for others (students and faculty) 
• Keep director of communications and Incident Response Team informed of issues that may affect public relations, require media or emergency response involvement
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed by the principals

To apply: Send resume and cover letter to Teri Anderson, tanderson@eastsidecatholic.org.

• Position is open until filled
• Must be up to date with vaccinations per Washington State policies

A competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience and effectiveness will be provided. The statements herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. 

While we are a Catholic school, Eastside Catholic welcomes people of all faiths and creeds.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred
• Three years or more of administrative experience in an education setting highly desirable
• Teaching experience preferred
• Must be committed to working in a diverse community
• Demonstrate strategic thinking skills with a record of accomplishment in the implementation of programs in diversity and inclusion
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and experience interfacing with academic and non-academic departments
• Able to work collaboratively and collegially with multiple constituencies
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES                                                     

• Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills
• Ability to inspire and work as part of a team of professionals
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with all school constituencies

• Flexibility, maturity and a sense of humor
• Ability to keep information in strict confidence
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusivity
• Microsoft Office environment proficiency, ability to master standard automated systems for record keeping and learn recent technology
• Ability to sit and use a keyboard up to 4 hours per day and interact with students
• Ability to stand up to 4 hours per day

About Eastside Catholic School - Sammamish, WA

Eastside Catholic School is an educational community of faith, guided by Catholic tradition and teachings, where students in grades six through 12 learn to integrate their thinking and believing in ways that encourage intellectual excellence, nurture relationships, and inspire a life of leadership and service to others. Founded by parents in 1980, the school is governed by an elected board of trustees. Eastside Catholic is the only seven?year, co?educational Catholic school on the Eastside and offers a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum. The school focuses on recruiting and retaining high-quality employees by offering extensive professional development opportunities, salaries that are competitive with local districts and market rates, and a close-knit, supportive community. Eastside Catholic School enrolls 850 students, employs 130 faculty and staff members, and has an alumni base of over 5,300.

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