Lower School Dean

Lower School Dean of Students

To Begin August 2026

The Leffell School is a cutting-edge K–12 Jewish independent school serving more than 850 students on two campuses in Westchester County, NY, 30 minutes north of New York City. We are seeking a Lower School Dean for the  school year.

The Leffell Lower School is seeking a Dean to serve as a cornerstone of our Lower School community. This role is perfect for a relational leader who thrives on supporting teachers, partnering with families, and ensuring every student feels seen, supported, and successful.

• Oversee the implementation of school-wide student behavior expectations, ensuring a balance of positive reinforcement and developmentally appropriate consequences.
• Work closely with the Social Emotional Learning (SEL) team to determine when elevated support or specialized interventions are required.
• Partner with leadership and the SEL team to implement both proactive and reactive behavior management systems utilizing the Responsive Classroom framework.
• Serve as the primary point person for real-time classroom management support, providing immediate assistance to teachers.
• Mentor Lower School faculty in refining their classroom management techniques and fostering inclusive environments.
• Collaborate on initiatives that foster a joyful, safe, and respectful school-wide culture.
• Maintain compassionate, consistent, and proactive communication with families, acting as a bridge between home and school.
• Serve as the point person for bus- and after-school-related behavioral concerns.

• Master's degree in Special Education, School Leadership, School Psychology/Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in an elementary education setting, with a track record of leadership in school-wide and student behavior systems.
• Deep knowledge of proactive interventions and the Responsive Classroom approach (training preferred).
• Exceptional ability to collaborate with diverse teams, from teachers to SEL specialists, to school leadership, and to build high-trust relationships with families.
• Strong executive functioning skills with the ability to manage complex follow-ups and logistics with precision.

Why Join The Leffell School?

As part of The Leffell School community, you will join a collaborative and supportive environment committed to academic excellence and character development. Our faculty members work together to create meaningful educational experiences that meet the needs of all learners while fostering a caring and inclusive school culture.

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Rate: $75,000-$95,000

Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Long-term and Short-term disability Insurance, Accident and Critical Illness Insurance, 403b