High School Dean of Students

Ideal Candidate

At Boston Prep, we believe that every teacher has the power to make a difference in the lives of our students. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion and belonging where all students feel seen, heard, and valued. As a teacher with us, you will have the opportunity to inspire and empower the next generation, while also making a meaningful impact on your own career.

You embody the mindset that “kids do well if we believe they can”. We recognize that representation matters, and we strive to ensure that our students see themselves reflected in their teachers and leaders. If you are a dedicated educator who is passionate about creating a culture of inclusion and respect, we invite you to join our team.

• Serving as the point person for student culture and discipline, in collaboration with other members of the High School Leadership Team
• Running an effective and accountable High School Dean’s Office at all times, including monitoring, tracking students’ growth and behavior
• Assisting teachers, students, school counselors, and families in the effective creation and implementation of individual behavior plans that enable students to successfully meet and exceed the school’s expectations
• Leading staff efforts to ensure all students have excellent attendance, arrive to school on time prepared to learn, and are in the school uniform at individual classes on time
• Analyzing student behavior and culture data to support individual student, grade level, and school-wide goals
• Collaborating and communicating daily with teachers and staff to meet students’ needs
• Conducting investigations of items related to the Code of Conduct, up to and including those that may require suspension. Partner with school leaders where appropriate and manage all communication and follow-ups with students, faculty, and families including required documentation
• Leading disciplinary hearings and all related communication as necessary

• Maintain a strong presence throughout the school day in classrooms, hallways, common spaces, arrival, lunch, dismissal, and transitions
• Ensure school wide expectations for student behavior are consistently upheld
• Communicate regularly via public spaces emphasizing the importance of our mission, virtues and school priorities
• Participate in school leadership team meetings to ensure alignment on cultural goals and norms
• Review multiple pieces of data, including attendance, behavioral, and academic data, and lead in development strategies and supports for students who are struggling in classes or during unstructured times, i.e. behavioral plans
• Support Grade Level Leads in the planning and execution of weekly grade-level team meetings
• Monitor and improve, as necessary, the systems and routines for students (i.e. arrival, dismissal, transitions, lunch, etc.)
• Be highly present and visible during school hours, 7:15 am‑4:15 pm
• Model urgency, consistency, and a belief that every minute of learning matters

• Build strong relationships with students to promote confidence and engagement in mathematics instruction
• Communicate regularly with families about academic progress and intervention goals
• Provide families with strategies to support reading development at home
• Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student growth
• Model empathy and maintain high expectations for all learners
• Participate in family conferences, school events, and community engagement activities

• Attend and participate in weekly staff professional development, including One Team meetings, department meetings, and grade-level meetings
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and school leadership
• Contribute positively to Boston Prep’s collaborative and mission-driven school culture
• Support school systems and structures with fidelity
• Participate in school-wide initiatives that strengthen student success

• Additional responsibilities, including but not limited to, may involve tasks such as supervising lunch periods, managing…