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KIPP is hiring a Dean of Students responsible for shaping a structured and achievement-driven school culture by developing programs that address students' behavioral and social challenges while supporting staff and families. The role involves collaborating with school personnel to implement behavior intervention plans and fostering a positive environment that prepares students for college and beyond.

Highlights

Lead development and execution of student behavior and social challenge programs.
Collaborate with school leadership to implement school-wide culture initiatives.
Monitor student behavior and school climate using data and tools such as DeansList and ClassDojo.
Provide professional development and coaching for staff on classroom management and behavior strategies.
Engage families and community to build strong home-school partnerships and address student behavioral concerns.
Required minimum of a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of K-12 teaching experience.
Experience with restorative practices, PBIS, SEL, and TEA compliance preferred.
Familiarity with behavior and attendance monitoring systems like DeansList, ClassDojo, Skyward, and Purplesense preferred.
Starting salary begins at $63,000, with benefits including paid family leave, medical/dental/vision plans, TRS participation, and retirement plan options.
Position requires approximately 30%-40% travel and reporting to the school site Monday through Friday.

Dean of Students - (25-26) Full Description

Company Description

About KIPP Texas Public Schools

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 54 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 32,000 students across Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose - college, career, and beyond - so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more fair world.

Founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, we are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join a Team and Family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in belongingness, academic success and joy. If you are passionate about joining a mission and values-driven community who wants every child to want to run to school, the KIPP Texas Team and Family is for you!

KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni.

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Dean of Students is responsible for shaping a structured, supportive, and achievement-driven school culture. This role involves developing and executing programs to address students behavioral and social challenges while also supporting staff and parents. The Dean will collaborate closely with school personnel to implement behavior intervention plans and services for students, ensuring that every student receives the guidance they need to succeed. The ideal candidate is a strong leader committed to fostering a positive school environment and ensuring that students are well-prepared for success in college and beyond.

The ideal candidate for this position will be someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and has a demonstrated ability to lead and motivate both students and staff. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as well as the ability to handle difficult situations with professionalism and empathy. The candidate should be passionate about creating a culture of high expectations that supports every student's social, emotional, and academic development.

As a Dean of Students you will internalize and drive towards cohort-specific academic and culture-related goals in pursuit of supporting KIPP Texas Public Schools in meeting organizational goals;

100% of KTX School achieve an A or B rating - TBD
95% of K-2 students reading on grade level DIBELS
KTX earn 90/75/40 on Reading STAAR
KTX earn 90/75/40 on Math STAAR
60% of seniors graduate having scored a 3+ on at least a AP/IB exam
80% of student matriculate to a 4-year college
97% Average Daily Attendance
100% BOY Enrollment by Day 10
80% of Staff Retained

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Act as member of School Leadership Team

Collaborate with school leadership (SBMH, APO, Culture/SEL leader) to develop and implement school-wide initiatives.
Provide input on strategic decisions related to student behavior, discipline, and school culture.
Support the alignment of school vision and values across all programs and activities.
Actively contribute to school-wide meetings, discussions, and decision-making processes.
Actively attend regional training opportunities related to school culture and discipline, adapting the knowledge and strategies to meet the specific needs and support the unique culture of your campus

School Culture Monitoring and Feedback

Conduct regular culture walkthroughs to assess student behavior and school environment.
Provide real-time feedback to staff on student engagement, classroom management, and overall school culture.
Monitor and analyze data related to attendance, behavior, and student engagement.
Implement and oversee systems for tracking behavior, including DeansList and ClassDojo.
Review school culture data regularly to identify trends and areas for improvement.

Staff Culture Professional Development and Collaboration

Lead and participate in school culture and behavior management training for staff.
Provide classroom management strategies that align with campus behavior expectations.
Collaborate with staff to create and maintain a positive learning environment.
Offer guidance and support to staff in handling student behavior and crises.
Facilitate staff meetings to discuss behavior interventions and share best practices.

Family and Community Engagement

Strengthen home-school partnerships through regular communication and family engagement initiatives.
Support the KIPP Family Association (KFA) to build community involvement.
Host and organize family events to promote positive student culture.
Act as a liaison between the school and the community to foster a supportive network.
Work with families to address behavioral concerns and develop support plans for students.

Qualifications

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (required)
At least 2 years of teaching experience as a teacher of record in K-12 setting (required)
Experience leading teachers and/or teacher leaders to improve academic and culture outcomes for students.
Proven experience in implementing and training adults in restorative practices, including Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), and other related frameworks.
Strong familiarity with TEA (Texas Education Agency) compliance requirements and regulations
Familiarity with Level I behavior and attendance monitoring systems (DeansList, ClassDojo, Skyward, Purplesense) (preferred)
Experience working in education partnering with historically underserved communities and communities of color (preferred)

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong prioritization, organization and follow-up skills.
Demonstration of effective data analysis and management practices
Excellent interpersonal, human relations, and stress and conflict management skills
Excellent planning, goal setting, coordinating, problem analysis and decision-making skills
Ability to facilitate and lead change initiatives and embrace innovation
Enthusiasm to engage parents and community

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:

Teaching Certification (Preferred)
Crisis Management Training (CPI training)

Additional Information

What We Bring to the Table

The starting point for the salary range for this position is $63,000 with the opportunity to earn more based on considered experience at an accredited K-12 institution and internal-equity.

Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies.
Paid family leave.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with varying coverage for employees and their families, inclusive of virtual physician visits. High deductible health plan with HSA also offered.
Employee assistance programs.
Participates in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
457 Roth retirement plan option with KIPP matching contribution up to $1,200 a year. 403b plans also supported.
KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits: legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability insurance.
Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
Considerable time spent at a desk using a computer/laptop.
Attending conferences or training sessions.

Work Environment

Reports to school site Monday-Friday.
Typical school environment with frequent interruptions.

Travel Requirements

Ability to travel to various locations, travel time approximately 30% - 40%

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