Dean of Student Services

Dean Of Student Services

Qualifications: Master's degree in Educational Leadership or related field (Preferred) Valid Professional Educators License (PEL) Minimum 5 years of teaching experience Prior instructional leadership experience Experience in experiential or project-based learning environments Reports To: Director of Student Services Classification: Full-Time, 11-Month Leadership Position Position Summary: The Dean of Student Services leads daily implementation of student support systems, including discipline, climate, and Tier 2/3 intervention coordination. This role ensures consistent behavioral systems and responsive support structures across divisions. Essential Functions: Discipline & Climate Systems Oversee discipline processes. Implement restorative and proactive behavior frameworks. Monitor referral trends. Intervention Coordination Coordinate Tier 2 and Tier 3 supports. Support behavior intervention plans. Ensure accommodations are implemented effectively. Crisis Response Lead crisis management protocols. Support staff during behavioral escalations. Collaboration Partner with Division Heads to maintain consistent expectations. Support staff training on classroom management within experiential settings. Additional Responsibilities Perform other duties and assume additional responsibilities as assigned by the CEO to support the evolving needs of the organization. Leadership Competencies: The ideal candidate demonstrates: Deep understanding of child development Consistently prioritizes student well-being, safety, and dignity. Deep understanding of proactive discipline frameworks and restorative practices. Ability to design and implement clear, consistent behavioral expectations across divisions. Skilled at distinguishing between developmental behavior and defiance. Strong knowledge of Tier 2 and Tier 3 supports. Ability to coordinate intervention plans with instructional leaders. Ensures accommodations are implemented with fidelity in experiential classrooms. Maintains calm, clarity, and professionalism during high-pressure situations. Leads crisis response with confidence and sound judgment. Trains staff on safety and de-escalation protocols. Analyzes behavior trends, attendance data, and intervention outcomes. Uses evidence to refine systems rather than react episodically. Communicates trends clearly to leadership teams Works closely with Division Heads to ensure consistent expectations. Partners with the Director of Academics to align behavioral supports with instructional shifts. Supports teachers in building strong classroom management within experiential environments. Builds trust with students, families, and staff. Handles difficult conversations with professionalism and respect. Maintains confidentiality and discretion. Ensures documentation accuracy and compliance. Maintains organized systems for referrals, interventions, and reporting. Demonstrates strong attention to detail. Ability to balance warmth and accountability Emotional intelligence Leadership Philosophy The Assistant Director of Student Services must embody the CLLC commitment to: Putting children first Investing in people Using data Learning by doing Leading with trust and respect This leader understands that strong student support systems are essential to the Cambridge Lakes learner journey. They recognize that as classrooms become more experiential, collaborative, and student-centered, behavioral expectations and intervention systems must be proactive, structured, and grounded in dignity. The Dean of Student Services ensures that discipline systems are consistent, restorative, and aligned to the school's Whole Child philosophy. They work to create environments where students feel safe, accountable, and supported; and where teachers feel confident managing dynamic learning spaces. Through calm leadership, data-informed decision making, and strong relational intelligence, this leader ensures that behavioral supports, Tier 2/3 interventions, and climate systems strengthen, rather than disrupt, instructional excellence. Above all, this leader believes that accountability and compassion are not opposites, but partners in developing resilient, responsible, and reflective learners. Environmental Conditions: Office-based with regular interaction throughout the school. Attendance at meetings and events outside regular school hours. Physical Context of the Job: Regular travel within the school building and occasional off-site meetings. Terms of Employment: Full-time, 11 month position. Salary and benefits commensurate with experience and locally competitive. Expected Salary Range: $78,000 - $100,000 annually Disclaimer: This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.