ASPIRA Dean of Culture and Climate

ASPIRA of Illinois
- Dean of Culture and Climate

ASPIRA is dedicated to elevating the self-esteem of all students through leadership development and fostering their personal growth by encouraging lifelong learning.

Come join the team at ASPIRA for the new school year.

The Dean of Culture and Climate ensures a safe and orderly environment that encourages students to take responsibility for behavior and creates a positive school climate. This position is a leader in the planning, coordination and administration of school activities including curriculum instruction, assessment, student conduct and attendance and extracurricular programs.

• Administer a fair and consistent discipline system with high standards, consistent with the philosophy, values, and mission of the school in accordance with due process and other applicable laws and regulations
• Develop and implement student programs
• Collect and analyze student discipline data to inform program development
• Formulate, develop and recommend student policies
• Advise staff members on problems relating to policy, program, and administration
• Counsel or advise students on matters pertaining to personal problems, educational and vocational objectives, social and recreational activities, and financial assistance
• Meet with parents regarding student discipline and behavioral issues
• Review reports of student misconduct cases that require disciplinary action to ensure that commendations conform to school policies
• Represent the school in the community on matters pertaining to student programs.
• Supervise Academic Advisors in the implementation of the school-wide plan for creating a positive culture of behavior in the school
• Participate with school staff in the development and implementation of the school-wide plan for creating a positive culture of behavior in the school
• Notify appropriate personnel and agencies immediately, and follow established procedures when there is evidence of substance abuse, child abuse, child neglect, severe medical or social conditions, potential suicide or individuals appearing to be under the influence of alcohol, controlled substances, or anabolic steroids
• Maintain positive, cooperative, and mutually supportive relationships with the central administration, parents, and representatives of resource agencies
• Manages teachers and observes classrooms for feedback and evaluations that helps teachers grow and excel in the classroom
• Lead team meetings, supervise student discipline, manage parent relationship, and serve as an active member of the leadership team
• Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents, school personnel, and agencies associated with the school
• Manage parent and community relationship
• Meet regularly with Principal to discuss student issues and provide input and recommendations
• Work with Principal and staff on promoting positive school climate
• Assist teachers to develop clear and consistent classroom expectations and routines
• Analyze budget to identify budget needs and/or reduction
• Controls expenditures in accordance with budget allocations
• Perform other duties as assigned

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field. Master’s preferred.
• A minimum of two years of leadership experience
• A minimum of three years teaching experience at the High School Level.
• Knowledge of student discipline issues and applicable policies, laws and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred
• Excellent computer skills
• Non-discrimination Statement
• ASPIRA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard…