Dean of Students - Secondary Level

Job Description:

SUMMARY:

The administrator selected for the position will support school operations at the K-8 level with responsibilities inclusive of, but not limited to supervision of the students and staff, the execution of the School Improvement Plan, and will be a key member in supporting climate and culture.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Other duties may be assigned.

* Supervises and evaluates staff

* Works with individual teachers and grade level instructional improvement teams

* Implements the district's disciplinary guidelines

* Works with parents and members of the community

* Supervises the student transportation

* Supervises the cafeteria and the foods service program in the building

* Participates on system-wide committees

* Assists in safety inspections and safety drill practice activities

* Participates in the staff selection process

* Chair 504 meetings

* Performs other duties as required by the building principal

* Oversight and evaluation of school counselors

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This administrator carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Board of Education policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform essential duties as assigned, in a proficient or exemplary manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and skills required. Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

EDUCATION AND/OR

EXPERIENCE:

* Sixth Year Certificate in Educational Leadership

* Minimum of five (5) years teaching experience

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS:

Intermediate Administrative Certification 092

OTHER

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

This administrator will have the ability to:

* Apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field

* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community

* Speak clearly and concisely in verbal communication

* Convey ideas clearly and concisely in written format

* Perform duties with awareness of, and to adhere to, all district requirements and Board of Education policies and the State of Connecticut Administrator Standards

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the office work environment is usually very quiet. When working in a school environment the noise level may become moderate to loud.

WORK YEAR:
Teacher Work Year + 10 days

SALARY:
Per the BAPS Contract

DATE OF SERVICE:  School Year

APPLICATION:
If you are currently employed by the Bristol Board of Education, please complete an internal application online by 4:00 p.m. on January 12, 2026.

All others please complete an online application at