Dean of Students - Special Education

Dean of Students K-8 JobID: 3728

Location: Clayton Partnership School

Mapleton Public Schools, Adams County District #1 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities. of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 1961 Stout Street, Denver, CO 80204.

Position is for the 2026-2027 school year

Dean of Students K-8

Thornton, CO 80229- Clayton Partnership

Reports To: School Director/Principal

SCHOOL DESIGN OVERVIEW

Clayton Partnership School is a K-8 University Partnership School where student learning is supported by best instruction, state-of-the-art teaching practices, and one-on-one attention. In each Clayton classroom, a master teacher is joined by university teacher cadets to develop both quality teachers and high-achieving students.

Clayton's building is designed specifically to enhance learning objectives and provides versatile, 21st-century learning spaces that support a variety of learning styles and teaching techniques. Clayton's unique placement on Mapleton's multi-age Skyview Campus prepares students for their future by promoting complex thinking and ideas, collaboration across age groups, and opportunities later in their academic experience.

To learn more about the school culture, please visit Clayton Partnership School.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package focused on choice, quality, and value. The Dean of Students is a member of a school-based team whose focus is on developing systems for school staff to implement strategies and programs designed to create and maintain a positive and healthy culture and climate in the middle grade levels. The Dean of Students supports learning and high expectations by supporting a process to eliminate/minimize disruptive and negative behaviors and replacing them with positive behaviors and actions. The Dean of Students provides information, guidance, training, and assistance to school-based teams through observations, consultation, side‑by‑side collaboration, data collection, and action.

Bachelor's degree in education, Special Education, Human Growth & Development, Social Work, Psychology, Behavioral Sciences, or another related field.

Colorado teaching license in Education, Special Education, or Special Services required.

At least three years' experience working with children; Experience with coaching and mentoring students; middle school experience preferred.

Lead and participate in meetings focused on school culture, behavior, and SEL

Collaborate with teaching staff to:

design and implement management systems that are feasible, age‑appropriate, and consistent among school teams.

reduce students' reliance on the adult(s) in the classroom and increase their independence through strategic structures and support.

Provide opportunities for professional development and training for the school-based team.

Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with all school stakeholders.

Values student diversity and support the unique learning needs of each individual student.

Exhibits a growth mindset through participation in high quality professional learning.

Collaborate with colleagues, families, and community.

Contributes to a positive, student‑centered school culture.

Follows State legal requirements and District and building policies and procedures.

Assist in assessment of Behavior Intervention Plans, data collection, and data analysis of individual students, classrooms, or schools.

Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of specialized programming and staff development.

Collaborate with other district members, community services, outside providers, school-based teams, administrators, and problem‑solving teams.

Assist staff with the design and implementation of behavioral programming for identified students.

Facilitate student learning for the purpose of achieving success in academics, social skill awareness, and problem solving.

fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, bullying, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhering to the education code of ethics and school policies as a mandated reporter.

Flexibility to adjust workday hours based on activities and events scheduled for middle level students.

Behavioral Systems & Student Support

Provide individualized student support and lead Check In/Check Out systems

Document behavioral incidents in Infinite Campus and notify teachers same day

Supervise and coordinate In‑School Suspension (ISS), including communication and work collection

Coordinate Out‑of‑School Suspension (OSS) communication with staff and families, and support re‑entry meetings

Respond to student behavior and urgent situations with a calm, solutions‑oriented approach

Support recess and middle school passing periods, including monitoring and reinforcing expectations

Create and implement school‑wide PBIS systems

Lead the PBIS/Behavior Committee and help plan school‑wide celebrations and incentive

Organize and lead school assemblies and 8th Grade continuation events

TRAINING

Mandatory Title IX training is required by the Colorado Department of Education and for all public school employees. Title IX training addresses harassment, discrimination, and bullying. Completing these mandatory Title IX training courses ensure we are meeting state requirements while continuing to foster a culture of safety and belonging across our schools.

You will have two mandatory training courses that must be completed within 30 days of your date of hire and are required to be completed on your own time.

SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED IN SCHOOL DISTRICT BUILDINGS OR ON SCHOOL GROUNDS
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