Elementary Level Office | Dean of Students: Harris & Indian Village

Dean of Students – Elementary Level Office (Fort Wayne, Indiana)

Purpose

The Dean of Students serves as an administrator at an assigned elementary school, handling duties including school safety, behavior, MTSS, and other duties as assigned by the principal.

Important Details

• Work Schedule:
  
  204 days
• Work Hours:
  
  Monday-Friday between 7:00-4:00. Hours will vary based on building needs and exempt status.
• Position will be 0.5 at Harris Elementary and 0.5 at Indian Village Elementary

Minimum Qualifications

• Three years of teaching experience with some elementary experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid Indiana Building Level Administrator certification.
• Knowledge and experience in implementing best practices in academics and behavior.
• Must have strong planning, administrative, supervisory, analytical, computer, organizational, accountability, and oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle.

Essential Functions

Student Focus

• Coordinate student behavior functions at the assigned school site.
• Oversee and assist with student supervision, expulsions, and manifestation determinations.
• Review, analyze and implement student management plans in response to student discipline data.
• Assist faculty and staff with interpreting student discipline data and developing and implementing classroom management strategies.

Staff Supervision & Development

• Lead the behavior side of MTSS including Tier I through Tier III supports. This includes leading the team of Security, Student Advocate, Administrative Assistant, Licensed Therapist, Case Manager, and SST Coordinator with guidance and direction from the building Principal.
• Hire, supervise, and plan professional learning and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel as described above.

Accountability & Compliance

• Maintain current knowledge of educational methods, practices and standards related to school operations and related laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Assist in modifying programs and services to assure compliance with standards and requirements as needed.
• Support the special education programming and PAR Case Conferences as assigned by the principal.

Other Duties

• Perform related duties as assigned by the Principal to meet the particular needs of the building/unit.

Physical Requirements

To perform the essential functions of this job effectively and safely, employees must meet the following physical qualifications:

• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to speak clearly and hear effectively in various environments.
• Manual Dexterity: Adeptness in the use of hands and fingers.
• Postural Endurance: Sit or stand for prolonged periods, as the job requires.
• Flexibility: Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, or crouch to perform specific duties.
• Visual Acuity: Close vision ability with the capacity to adjust focus.
• Mobility: Freedom to sit or walk at will throughout the work environment.
• Strength and Stamina: Capability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to fifty (25) pounds or more.
• Outdoor Work: Tolerance of work outside in various weather conditions.

FWCS will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $73,750 to $99,974 Per Year

Job Requirements:

• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.