Dean of Students - Eastwood and Rosecrest Elementary - One External

Please note that this posting closes at 3:00 pm on the date listed above.

This posting is for a one-year-only position and is open to external applicants only
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If you have questions regarding this position, please reach out to Tyler Howe, Assistant Superintendent, at  or ahowe; or Matt Graham, Principal, Eastwood Elementary at  or mgraham; or Ann Kane, Principal, Rosecrest Elementary at  or akane.

Job Title: Dean of Students

Department/

Location:

Eastwood Elementary and Rosecrest Elementary

Supervisor: School Principal

Salary

Schedule:

Teacher Salary Schedule

Lane Placement: A-G

Contract Length: 189 days (9 months) + up to 10 additional days

FTE: 1.0

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Special Designation: One-year-only Contract

Last Revised: May 2026

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, abilities; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required. Physical, punctual, reliable, and predictable regular attendance is an essential job function.

The Dean of Students is a quasi-administrative leadership role designed for licensed teachers who wish to support student success and school-wide initiatives without assuming the full responsibilities of an administrator. Focused on student academic, behavioral, and positive character development, the Dean assists the principal by overseeing discipline, attendance, and student engagement efforts. The Dean also plays a central role in family communication, staff collaboration, and school culture building.

• Student Support and Behavior Management:
  • Monitor and address student behavior and enforce school policies.
  • Work with school social workers, psychologists, and teachers to develop and implement behavior intervention plans.
  • Promote and model positive behavior expectations aligned with school wide systems such as PBIS or restorative practices.
• Instructional Leadership and Student Dispositions:
  • Assist in promoting instructional improvement and student achievement across K-8 settings.
  • Support professional development initiatives, teacher coaching, and data-informed decisions that increase student learning outcomes.
  • Facilitate programs supporting student behavioral health, including resilience, conflict resolution, and positive social dispositions.
  • Lead or coordinate character-building curriculum, student assemblies, and school climate activities.
• Attendance and Engagement:
  • Track student attendance and implement interventions to reduce chronic absenteeism and tardiness.
  • Communicate with families to identify barriers to attendance and provide appropriate support or resources.
  • Organize and attend family meetings related to behavior, discipline, or academic concerns.
• Compliance and Designee Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with the Special Education team to ensure IEPs are implemented with fidelity and in accordance with IDEA.
  • Serve as an LEA representative during IEP meetings when designated by the principal, with authority to commit resources within that setting.
  • Work with counselors, teachers, and families to evaluate and implement 504 accommodation plans in compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Administrative Site Support:
  • Assist with student supervision during school hours and extracurricular events.
  • Support administrative decision-making and serve as acting administrator for short-term site management when designated.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Instructional Mastery:
  Strong understanding of instructional practices, curriculum, and assessment.
• Behavioral Intervention:
  Experience supporting student behavior through evidence-based strategies.
• Leadership and
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Ability to provide leadership and collaborate across school teams and diverse student populations.
• Compliance:
  Working knowledge of IDEA and 504 compliance.

• Requires one of the following:
  • A current Professional Educator License issued by the Utah State Board of Education (USBE) in a relevant license area (Elementary, Secondary, or Special Education).
  • A current equivalent professional educator license from another state or country; individuals hired under this provision must obtain a Utah Professional…