HS Dean of Students

Valley Christian Schools


Type of Job Full-Time
Job Category Administration
Post Date February 3, 2025

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a resource and advocate for students, fostering a culture of respect, accountability, and empathy.
  • Collaborate with counselors to address the emotional, spiritual, and academic needs of students.
  • Support faculty and staff in managing classroom behavior and fostering a positive learning environment.
  • Act as a liaison between students, parents, and staff to address concerns and ensure effective communication.
  • Develop and enforce policies related to student behavior, attendance, and facility use in alignment with the school’s mission.
  • Oversee student conduct, implementing disciplinary measures consistent with biblical principles.
  • Maintain accurate records of disciplinary actions, student achievements, and other relevant data.
  • Serve as a part-time classroom teacher, including developing lesson plans and teaching
  • Partner with the principal and other administrators to support the overall mission and strategic goals of the school.
  • Cultivate a supportive and inclusive school culture that reflects Christian values.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ as evidenced by a personal and vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ, demonstrated by a commitment to living out biblical principles and modeling Christ-like behavior.
  • Empathy: capacity to work with a diverse student population and engage a wide range of student experiences with grace.
  • Collaborative: be a team builder who works well with colleagues, parents, and students.
  • Support Student Activities director regarding student events
  • Be a member of the team that supervises extra-curricular activities, events, and competitions.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in education, administration, or youth ministry, preferably within a Christian school setting.
  • A bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, administration, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).
  • Strong understanding of adolescent development, education, and behavior management.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
  • Active membership/attendance at a Protestant Christian church is required.
  • Supports the Mission and Doctrinal Statement of Valley Christian Schools.

Education Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, administration, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in education, administration, or youth ministry, preferably within a Christian school setting.

Related Benefits

Benefits Include:

  • Generously subsidized health benefits
  • 403(b) retirement plan with matching employer contributions
  • Tuition Discounts
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time
  • Up to 17 paid holidays
  • Salary Range: $68,640 - $97,474 annually based on education and experience

 


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