Associate Dean of Students - Anticipated

Associate Dean of Students - Anticipated Vacancy

Starting Date: Aug 1 2026

Reporting to the Dean of Students and collaborating with department heads, the Associate Dean of Students shares responsibility for cultivating a positive school culture consistent with the mission of Lyndon Institute. The role supports student attendance and behavior, campus climate, the student life office, and the development of core values.

• Consistently act as a positive presence in student lives.
• Promote a positive student culture of engagement through policy and personal interactions.
• Develop and implement proactive strategies to support overall student well‑being aligned with the mission and values.
• Provide logistical support for all‑school events.
• Collaborate with the Dean of Students in revising and publishing the Student Handbook.
• Participate in all Campus Life Department meetings and attend EST meetings.
• Work with the Dean of Academics and Dean of Students to support teachers with classroom support, professional development, and mentorship programs.
• Facilitate core value development in the Advisory Program and support community culture projects.
• Support student organizations (Student Government, Honors Societies, Clubs, etc.).
• Help cultivate and organize a Culture Committee that gathers stakeholders and implements temperature surveys.
• Organize Core Value talks at assemblies; speak once or twice a month with faculty and staff.
• Assist with student behavioral and attendance issues during the school day, communicating with parents, teachers, coaches, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records of student discipline and attendance.
• Facilitate HHB Investigations and send findings and disciplinary recommendations to the Dean of Students.
• Serve as a visible presence on campus—hallways, parking lots, dorms—during classes and school‑sponsored events.
• Serve as Administrator on Duty for some evening and weekend events.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience demonstrating success with students and colleagues, including teaching, advising or counseling high‑school students.
• Proven success in collaborating with students, faculty, staff, parents, and community leaders.
• Patience, sense of humor, and ability to see the best in others.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of the importance of discretion and confidentiality.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong work ethic and high integrity.
• High energy, flexibility, and enthusiasm for working in an academic environment.

Position Type: Full‑time
Salary: $50,000 to $65,000 per year

Lyndon Institute is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to comply with all applicable federal and state laws related to fair employment practices.