Dean of Student Support; AB - School Year 2026-2027; Anticipated

Dean of Student Support (AB)

Responsible for the instructional program and guidance of all students, with special emphasis on those identified as needing special education services.

Qualifications/

Skills:

• Education/Certification:
  
  Bachelor's degree in related field. Valid Texas Teacher Certificate or Teaching Certificate from out-of-state appropriate for position. Special education certification preferred, but not required. Principal certification completed or in progress. ILT, ILD, or Advanced Educational Leadership (AEL) certification required. Must complete T-TESS certification by September 1st of the hiring school year.
• Special Knowledge/
  
  Skills:
  
  Extensive knowledge of effective behavioral practices for students with severe emotional/behavioral problems. Proficient in designing, implementing, and monitoring complex behavior intervention plans. Expertise in data collection systems to develop instructional and behavioral strengths, needs, and goals for specially designed instruction as well as progress monitoring. Trained in de-escalation and restraint techniques as required by the district. Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  Proficient in the effective use of technology. Physical capacity to meet needs of students with physical disabilities. Ability to work effectively with both adults and children.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of two year classroom experience required.

Major

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Instructional and Organizational Leadership
• Student Growth and Development
• Student Management
• Communication
• Professional Growth and Development

Other:
Perform other duties as assigned.