Dean of Students .5 FTE

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Lansing, MI, USA
In-Office
25K-48K Annually
Senior level
Edtech • Kids + Family • Professional Services
The Role
Support teachers and administrators to implement schoolwide behavior systems, manage suspensions, create intervention plans, advise families, coordinate student programs, collect and analyze behavior and attendance data, and ensure a safe, inclusive learning environment.
Summary Generated by Built In
The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

In the pursuit of our mission, we are hiring a Dean of Students. In the Lansing School District, a Dean of Students is primarily responsible for supporting teachers in ensuring schoolwide behavior incentive systems are implemented with fidelity. While this individual will still work with individual students on a regular basis, this individual will work with teachers and building administrators to ensure all Lansing students are able to attend a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment that is conducive to learning. Deans of Students are crucial members of our school communities.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate (or eligible to receive one based on Bachelor's degree in education)
  • Previous teaching or counseling experience
  • Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in Educational Leadership or related field
  • Five or more years of successful teaching or counseling experience in an urban school setting

Sample Job Responsibilities

  • Monitor and manage behavioral suspensions
  • Implement programs to develop student character and discipline in line with District standards
  • Advise parents on student behavior matters and effective discipline programs
  • Create and oversee student intervention plans
  • Coordinate and lead various student programs and activities, ensuring adherence to District policies
  • Collect and analyze data related to student behavior, attendance, and academic outcomes
  • Communicate with parents, teachers, school leaders, and other school stakeholders about student discipline related incidences
  • Stay up-to-date with relevant policies and research regarding school accountability, student achievement, and student engagement strategies
  • Other duties as assigned to best support the Lansing School District mission

Work Environment & physical Requirements

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

  • Primarily sedentary work involving extended periods of sitting and computer use.

  • Occasional walking or standing within an office or school building to retrieve files, assist visitors, or attend meetings.

  • Frequent verbal and written communication using phone, email, and in-person interactions.

  • Daily use of office technology including computers, printers, and phones.

  • May occasionally lift or move materials or packages weighing up to 20 pounds.

  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.

We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job. We still encourage all candidates to apply.

Complete the attached online application at your earliest convenience. If selected, we will contact you to set up an interview. While we strive to provide prompt feedback, the high volume of applicants may limit our ability to do so. All of our jobs will be posted for at least 10 days (unless otherwise noted), but we will review applications on a rolling basis.

External candidates interested in multiple positions within the same department need only apply to one posting and can indicate other roles of interest in the final question. We will consider your application for various roles based on your qualifications.

Internal candidates should apply using their SSO email address and submit separate applications for each role of interest.
Thank you for your interest in joining our mission-driven team. We look forward to meeting you!

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).

Skills Required

  • Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate or eligible to receive one based on a Bachelor's degree in education
  • Previous teaching or counseling experience
  • Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values
  • Master's Degree in Educational Leadership or related field
  • Five or more years of successful teaching or counseling experience in an urban school setting
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845 Employees

What We Do

The Lansing School District is a public school district serving Pre K-12 students in Lansing, Michigan. With over 10,000 students across 25 school buildings, the district offers a diverse range of educational programs, including magnet schools in STEM, STEAM, and language immersion, as well as traditional academic options. The district is committed to providing educational excellence in a safe, nurturing environment for all students.

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