Interim Dean of Students

Interim Dean of Students, Grades 7-12

Harwinton and Burlington are serene townships nestled amidst state forests and parks bordering the Farmington Valley to the south and the Litchfield Hills to the north. The towns share a border with Farmington, Avon, Bristol to the South/West and Litchfield and Torrington to the North. Despite their quiet country feel, the towns are within easy driving access to the Hartford region.

We look forward to receiving your candidacy and we welcome a diverse candidate pool!

Position:
Interim Dean of Students, Grades 7-12

Location:

Har-Bur Middle School and Lewis S. Mills High School

Reports to:

Middle and High School Building Principals

Starting Date:
August 2026

Major

Responsibilities Include:

• Promotes a positive and respectful school climate with the focus on the health, safety and well-being of students and staff members.
• Oversees student conduct, ensuring adherence to school rules and regulations.
• Intervenes when students violate policies and helps determine appropriate consequences for infractions, balancing fairness, and accountability.
• Collaborates with staff on student support plans, behavior management, and academic progress.
• Mediates issues between students using best practice conflict resolution strategies.
• Tracks student attendance and address chronic absenteeism.
• Maintains a close and cooperative relationship with families.
• Responds to emergencies, student health issues or incidents.
• Assists the schools' administrative teams in shaping their culture and vision and providing strategic direction for student life programming, incorporating diversity, equity, inclusion, and social emotional learning.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge and experience in a combination of the following areas:

Candidates must hold or be eligible for a Connecticut 092 Intermediate Administrator Certification

Experience and knowledge in establishing a positive school climate and culture.

Background in building strong relationships and partnerships with students, school staff, and families.

Application Procedure:
Please apply on-line ion
10ct.org. Internal Candidates:
Complete an updated resume and letter of interest through Frontline by the closing of the posting. Emails of interest directed at Administrators will not be considered. External Candidates:
When completing an application online, please be sure to include a cover letter, resume, proof of certification, transcripts and three letters of recommendation as a full portfolio for consideration.

Regional School District #10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and by policy does not discriminate against a person because of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin and handicap or gender identity.