Dean of Students; see addt'l info

summary description

the dean of students plays a key role in fostering a positive and supportive school climate by overseeing student discipline, attendance, and behavior management programs. Under the supervision of the principal, the dean of students works collaboratively with administrators, teachers, students, parents, and community stakeholders to promote a safe and respectful learning environment within the washoe county school district.

as part of a leadership team, the dean of students is responsible for site progress toward achieving the district and school's mission, vision, and core beliefs. Incumbent provides management of site programs, accountability directives, student discipline, and facilities. The incumbent acts as liaison to parents, community, and other district groups. Monitors and assists with student progress, evaluates and ensures high-quality staff performance, and works with the parents and the community.

Incumbent performs related work as required. The dean also plays a key role in promoting equity, social-emotional learning, and academic achievement for all students.

• develops, implements, and oversees student behavior policies, discipline procedures, and restorative practices in alignment with district policies and state regulations.
• works with school counselors, social workers, and other support staff to address student behavioral and social-emotional needs.
• leads initiatives to promote positive school culture, including anti-bullying programs, conflict resolution strategies, and peer mediation efforts.
• utilizes effective methods for behavior prevention and management; supports staff with behavior management strategies and communicates expectations with students and families.
• work closely with students, teachers, and families to address behavioral concerns and develop intervention plans.

• monitors student attendance, identifies trends, and collaborates with families and staff to improve student engagement and reduce absenteeism.
• assists in producing various reports, including attendance (absence and tardiness), count day, spp, mtss, and testing, and provides evidence if needed for appeal processes.
• collaborate with counselors, teachers, and administrators to implement behavioral and academic support systems.
• develop and oversee attendance improvement strategies, ensuring student accountability.

• supports the vision leadership of the school principal that involves staff, families, students, and the community in the identification and accomplishment of the school's mission.
• encourages and develops the leadership of others; analyzes relevant information, makes decisions, delegates responsibility, and provides appropriate support and follow-up.
• applies collaborative strategic planning to help identify and accomplish the school's mission, goals, and objectives.
• acts as an instructional support resource for staff; regularly observes teaching methods and strategies and ensures their effectiveness.
• encourages students and staff to participate in co-curricular activities that enhance and complement classroom learning.
• demonstrates knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and assessment and their relationship to program goals and objectives.
• uses a variety of techniques and strategies to assess student performance and progress; proficient in data management systems and analysis of student achievement data.
• supports multi-tiered systems of support (mtss) and inclusive practices.

• foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive school environment that supports student learning and well-being.
• lead initiatives to build positive relationships between students, staff, and families.
• promote programs that support student leadership, engagement, and character development.
• assist in crisis management and conflict resolution within the school community.
• provides a safe, orderly climate for learning; manages the operation and maintenance of the physical environment.
• ensures safety plans are current and scheduled drills are performed and recorded for…