Assistant Director of Student Affairs- Upper School

Job Description

Job Description

BASIS Plano is seeking qualified candidates for an Upper School Assistant Director of Student Affairs to join our bright, passionate team!

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The Assistant Director of Student Affairs plays a critical role in fostering a positive, achievement-oriented school culture. The role centers on ensuring the academic performance, behavior, and overall well-being of students. As a visible and engaged presence in the school, the Dean of Students supports teachers, students, and families, and is a key player in maintaining the high standards of BASIS Curriculum Schools.

Key Responsibilities

Role-Specific Responsibilities

• Focus on monitoring and improving student behavior and academic performance.
• Build and maintain a strong, positive, achievement-oriented school culture.
• Oversee and support procedures for student conduct, ensuring a safe and respectful environment.
• Maintain student discipline and document behavioral incidents.
• Coordinate academic support programs under the direction of the Director.
• Monitor student arrival, dismissal, and daily attendance.
• Assist students with academic and social challenges.
• Collaborate with teachers on classroom management and communication with parents and students.
• Provide guidance and support to parents regarding student well-being and performance.

Interchangeable Responsibilities

• Review grade data and collaborate with the Director on academic interventions.
• Supervise Teaching Fellows assigned to specific grades.
• Work with the Head of School and ESS Coordinator to develop a Student Support Team (SST) process.
• Actively manage Early Bird and Late Bird programs, including parent communication and structure.
• Evaluate and support teachers in classroom management and parent relations.

School-Specific Responsibilities

• Chaperone school events, including dances.
• Coordinate student support programs such as Homework Buddy and Peer Tutoring.
• Participate in faculty and staff meetings.
• Check with school administration for additional duties as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

• Organize and review assessment results, including new student evaluations, standardized testing, and BASIS-specific programs.
• Coordinate planning and preparation for new student orientation.
• Assist with the planning and execution of academic schedules and standardized assessments.

Key Competencies

• Strong belief in and adherence to the BASIS Curriculum model.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with students, parents, and staff.
• Proficiency in data analysis to improve student achievement.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Sound judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Attention to detail, flexibility, and a sense of humor.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience: 3-5 years in a school setting, ideally in a charter or independent school.
• Clearance: All employees are required to obtain and maintain valid fingerprint clearance.

Additional Job Information:

Benefits and Salary:

• Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience.
• BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:
  • Employer paid medical and dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • PTO
  • Ability to add dependents
  • 401k with partial match that grows over time
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount)

Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act and applicable state law, BASIS* does not discriminate on the basis of any actual or perceived classification protected by law in any of its business activities, including its educational programs and activities which comply fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. Inquiries regarding BASIS’ nondiscrimination policies should be directed to View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

*As used in this policy, the term “BASIS” refers to: BASIS Educational Group, LLC; BASIS Charter Schools, Inc.; BDC, A Public Charter School, Inc.; BBR Schools, Inc.; BASIS Texas Charter Schools, Inc., and all affiliated entities.