Dean of Students

Job Description

Title:

Dean of Students SY26/27

Location:

Prairie Hills Junior High School

Employment Type:

Full Time Work Days: 260 days / 10 Months Department:
Student Services FSLA:
Exempt

Reports to:

Superintendent Supervise:
Community Liaisons Job Summary

The Dean of Students supports the principal and assistant principal in fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment that promotes student success. The Dean serves as a leader in student management, attendance, and behavior interventions, emphasizing restorative practices, social-emotional learning, and positive school culture.

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a General Administrative or Principal endorsement (or evidence of eligibility).
• Minimum of three years of successful teaching, counseling, or student support experience, preferably at the middle/junior high level.
• Demonstrated experience in student behavior management and restorative practices.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of adolescent development, social-emotional learning, and equity-centered discipline approaches.

• Minimum of three (3) years of successful experience in a teaching, counseling, or student support role, preferably at the middle or junior high school level.
• Demonstrated experience managing student behavior and promoting positive school culture through restorative, equitable, and trauma-informed practices.
• Proven ability to work effectively with adolescents and address the academic, behavioral, and social‑emotional needs of middle school students.
• Experience collaborating with teachers, counselors, and support staff to implement intervention plans that improve student behavior, attendance, and engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and communicate effectively with families, community agencies, and diverse student populations.
• Experience facilitating or supporting school‑wide programs, such as Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), restorative justice initiatives, or multi‑tiered systems of support (MTSS).
• Prior leadership or administrative experience in a school setting preferred but not required.
• Experience with student information systems (e.g., Skyward, Power School, or Infinite Campus) and standard office productivity software is highly desirable.

• Support the implementation of district and building‑level behavior and discipline policies in alignment with Illinois School Code and board policy.
• Serve as the primary contact for student behavior referrals and manage restorative discipline processes.
• Assist in developing and maintaining a positive school climate and culture that promotes respect, equity, and student engagement.
• Coordinate interventions and supports for students with chronic attendance or behavior concerns.
• Collaborate with counselors, social workers, and special education staff to ensure appropriate supports and services for students.
• Maintain accurate documentation of student discipline, attendance, and interventions using district information systems.
• Communicate proactively with parents/guardians regarding student behavior, attendance, and academic progress.
• Support supervision of common areas (e.g., hallways, cafeteria, bus areas, and school events).
• Assist with building‑level safety drills, crisis management, and emergency response procedures.
• Participate in and lead professional development focused on restorative practices, social‑emotional learning, and culturally responsive practices.
• Serve on building and district committees as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families based on trust, respect, and cultural responsiveness.
• Skill in leading teams and collaborating with teachers, counselors, and support staff to develop student success plans.
• Capacity to model and promote restorative, trauma‑informed, and inclusive leadership practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to…