Dean of Students

Mount Vernon Independent School District, Mt Vernon Elementary School – Mount Vernon, Texas

Job Title: Dean of Students

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt

Reports to: Campus Principal

Dept./School: Assigned Campus and Level

Responsible for overseeing the academic program, under the direction of the campus principal, ensuring sound implementation of curriculum and staff development to improve student achievement.

Education/Certification:

• Master’s degree in educational administration preferred
• Valid Texas principal or other appropriate certificate preferred. At a minimum, must be enrolled and working towards Texas principal certification
• Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) appraiser

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Working knowledge in Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) Resource System
• Ability to interpret data
• Excellent organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• 5 years classroom teacher experience preferred
• 3 years instructional leadership experience preferred

Note:

Duties are subject to change based on the candidate's skill level and the skills of the administrative team.

• Assist the school principal with the overall administration of the instructional program at the campus level and coordinate assigned student activities and services.
• Provide leadership in the identification, evaluation, and selection of instructional programs, resources, and equipment for increased student achievement.
• Facilitate improved student performance through the professional growth of teachers and staff as measured by coursework and assessment data.
• Provide quality instructional support and feedback on the instructional effectiveness of the campus.
• Work with the principal to develop and implement the master schedule.
• Assist in designing and providing professional development based on data analysis and campus needs.
• Meet regularly with academic department heads and assistant principals to ensure vertical and horizontal alignment of curriculum.
• Manage Response to Intervention (RTI) programs including assisting with the identification of at‑risk students and coordinating early intervention strategies.

• Plan and coordinate tutorials, interventions, additional support and resources, and other instructional programs for students in need of assistance.
• Facilitate and assist with the development of an effective campus improvement plan based on student needs.
• Ensure that student progress is evaluated on a regular, systematic basis and that the findings are used to make instructional programs and services more effective.

• Conduct conferences with parents, students, and teachers.
• Increase awareness of the school's guidelines and expectations for student learning and achievement among students, staff, and parents.

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of assigned staff including teachers, paraprofessionals, and custodians.

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.
• Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing, pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior.
• Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; occasional district wide and statewide travel.
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

Position Type: Full-Time

• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Angie George, Elementary Principal
• Mt Vernon Elementary School
• Phone:
• Email:

Starting Date:
Jul 13, 2026