Dean of Students - Elementary School, Long Term Reserve

Dean of Students - Elementary School, Long Term Reserve

Wayzata Public Schools

FTE 1.0

Plymouth Creek Elementary School

Approximate Dates: 3/26/26 - 6/8/26

Starting rate of pay: $220/Day

See Wayzata Education Association Contract for more information.

Position Description

The Dean of Students will provide assistance to the building principal to ensure Tier One, MTSS social skill instruction and support for all students.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Student Support Specialist will serve in the capacity to offer assistance to the building principal and social worker in each building to help ensure students’ needs are being met.

Student/Family Support

• Identify and maintain check-in/check-out system for students-at-risk and process referrals.
• Monitor specific student behavior plans and provide support by monitoring progress, providing student support and connecting with families.
• Connect with families of students who have high truancy due to tardies or unexcused absences.
• Provide student supervision as needed (e.g., recess, field trip, mornings).
• Coordinate or serve as a member of various building teams and provide support and guidance for students in need of intervention (e.g. 1:1 intervention, small group facilitation, large group).
• Coordinate Targeted Services Interventions.
• Other duties as assigned or apparent.

Teacher Support

• Assist teams with determining strategic interventions for Tier I and Tier II services.
• Assist with the completion of paperwork and documentation for intervention data gathering.
• Provide support to PLC and grade level teams to identify and discuss issues relating to student progress.
• Serve as or support school assessment coordinator.
• Other duties assigned or apparent.

General

• Assist with the implementation of operational guidelines in the areas of student activities, field trips, standardized testing programs, student conduct, community involvement/collaboration.
• Attend IEP meetings as administrative representative, as necessary.
• CPI training may be required for this assignment.
• Coordination of testing responsibilities.
• Provide positive leadership in MTSS.
• Student Intervention.
• Other duties assigned or apparent.

License Requirements

• Supervisory Responsibilities:
  
  May provide work direction to non-licensed staff.
• Valid educator license required.
• Administrative Degree Preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, employee assistance program, and 403b (tax sheltered annuity) employer match program.

About Wayzata Public Schools

Wayzata Public Schools is a vibrant, caring community of teachers and students located in the Twin Cities' western suburbs. Extending from the north shore of Lake Minnetonka, we encompass 38 square miles of beautiful countryside, lakeside communities and growing suburbs. Each of our students is on a unique and wonderful educational journey - and we do everything we can to help them embrace and nurture the possibilities.

Discover why we are considered one of the best school districts in the country!

Why Wayzata?

• High student achievement
• Instructional Technology
  - Technology levy has increased the number of computers and other technology available for use in the classroom.
• Alternate Compensation
  - This program provides teachers with additional professional development opportunities through peer coaches, courses and study groups.
• Professional support and development
  - First year teachers are provided a mentor and on-going professional development opportunities.
• Supportive community

Application Procedure

• Apply online at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
• Internal Applicants must complete the Internal Application.

Selection Procedure

• Position is open and active until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Wayzata Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Wayzata Public Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Wayzata Public Schools is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity.

Accommodation

If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please call Human Resources at .

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

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