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Dean of Students (25-26)KIPP DC • Houston, TX, US
Dean of Students (25-26)

Dean of Students (25-26)

KIPP DC • Houston, TX, US
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Company Description

About KIPP Texas Public Schools

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 54 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 32,000 students across Austin, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose —college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more fair world.

Founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, we are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. KIPP Texas is a team and family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in collaboration, academic success and joy.

KIPP Public Schools is a national network of public charter schools that prepares students with the skills and confidence to create the future they want for themselves, their communities, and us all. We are a network of 278 schools, nearly 15,000 educators, and 123,000 students and alumni.

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Dean of Students is responsible for shaping a structured, supportive, and achievement-driven school culture. This role involves developing and executing programs to address students behavioral and social challenges while also supporting staff and parents. The Dean will collaborate closely with school personnel to implement behavior intervention plans and services for students, ensuring that every student receives the guidance they need to succeed. The ideal candidate is a strong leader committed to fostering a positive school environment and ensuring that students are well-prepared for success in college and beyond.

The ideal candidate for this position will be someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and has a demonstrated ability to lead and motivate both students and staff. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as well as the ability to handle difficult situations with professionalism and empathy. The candidate should be passionate about creating a culture of high expectations that supports every student's social, emotional, and academic development.

As a Dean of Students you will internalize and drive towards cohort-specific academic and culture-related goals in pursuit of supporting KIPP Texas Public Schools in meeting organizational goals;

  • 100% of KTX School achieve an A or B rating - TBD
  • 95% of K-2 students reading on grade level DIBELS
  • KTX earn 90 / 75 / 40 on Reading STAAR
  • KTX earn 90 / 75 / 40 on Math STAAR
  • 60% of seniors graduate having scored a 3+ on at least a AP / IB exam
  • 80% of student matriculate to a 4-year college
  • 97% Average Daily Attendance
  • 100% BOY Enrollment by Day 10
  • 80% of Staff Retained

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Act as member of School Leadership Team

  • Collaborate with school leadership (SBMH, APO, Culture / SEL leader) to develop and implement school-wide initiatives.
  • Provide input on strategic decisions related to student behavior, discipline, and school culture.
  • Support the alignment of school vision and values across all programs and activities.
  • Actively contribute to school-wide meetings, discussions, and decision-making processes.
  • Actively attend regional training opportunities related to school culture and discipline, adapting the knowledge and strategies to meet the specific needs and support the unique culture of your campus
  • School Culture Monitoring and Feedback

  • Conduct regular culture walkthroughs to assess student behavior and school environment.
  • Provide real-time feedback to staff on student engagement, classroom management, and overall school culture.
  • Monitor and analyze data related to attendance, behavior, and student engagement.
  • Implement and oversee systems for tracking behavior, including DeansList and ClassDojo.
  • Review school culture data regularly to identify trends and areas for improvement.
  • Staff Culture Professional Development and Collaboration

  • Lead and participate in school culture and behavior management training for staff.
  • Provide classroom management strategies that align with campus behavior expectations.
  • Collaborate with staff to create and maintain a positive learning environment.
  • Offer guidance and support to staff in handling student behavior and crises.
  • Facilitate staff meetings to discuss behavior interventions and share best practices.
  • Family and Community Engagement

  • Strengthen home-school partnerships through regular communication and family engagement initiatives.
  • Support the KIPP Family Association (KFA) to build community involvement.
  • Host and organize family events to promote positive student culture.
  • Act as a liaison between the school and the community to foster a supportive network.
  • Work with families to address behavioral concerns and develop support plans for students.
  • Qualifications

  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (required)
  • At least 2 years of teaching experience as a teacher of record in K-12 setting (required)
  • Experience leading teachers and / or teacher leaders to improve academic and culture outcomes for students.
  • Proven experience in implementing and training adults in restorative practices, including Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), and other related frameworks.
  • Strong familiarity with TEA (Texas Education Agency) compliance requirements and regulations
  • Familiarity with Level I behavior and attendance monitoring systems (DeansList, ClassDojo, Skyward, Purplesense) (preferred)
  • Experience working in education partnering with historically underserved communities and communities of color (preferred)
  • COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong prioritization, organization and follow-up skills.
  • Demonstration of effective data analysis and management practices
  • Excellent interpersonal, human relations, and stress and conflict management skills
  • Excellent planning, goal setting, coordinating, problem analysis and decision-making skills
  • Ability to facilitate and lead change initiatives and embrace innovation
  • Enthusiasm to engage parents and community
  • Required Licensure / Certification / Specialized Training :

  • Teaching Certification (Preferred)
  • Crisis Management Training (CPI training)
  • Additional Information

    What We Bring to the Table

    The starting point for the salary range for this position is $63,000 with the opportunity to earn more based on considered experience at an accredited K-12 institution and internal-equity.

  • Competitive vacation and flexible paid time off (PTO) policies.
  • Paid family leave.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with varying coverage for employees and their families, inclusive of virtual physician visits. High deductible health plan with HSA also offered.
  • Employee assistance programs.
  • Participates in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
  • 457 Roth retirement plan option with KIPP matching contribution up to $1,200 a year. 403b plans also supported.
  • KIPP also offers the following employee-paid benefits : legal plans, LifeLock identity protection, life insurance and disability insurance.
  • Flexible spending account or high-yield HSA.
  • 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
  • Considerable time spent at a desk using a computer / laptop.
  • Attending conferences or training sessions.
  • Work Environment

  • Reports to school site Monday-Friday.
  • Typical school environment with frequent interruptions.
  • Travel Requirements

    Ability to travel to various locations, travel time approximately 30% - 40%

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