Assistant Dean of Students

Job Description

Job Description

ASSISTANT DEAN OF STUDENTS

Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School, 7-12, Public Charter School located in South Hadley, MA

Job Description:

PVPA has an opportunity for a school administrator who is interested in working within a School Culture Team to support student needs.

Tier One School Culture Efforts for Middle School

• Collaborate with the Dean of Students and the School Culture Team to implement a school-wide behavior management system with meaningful incentives and re- direction strategies
• Support and enforce school behavioral expectations according to PVPA’s code of Conduct
• Work closely with the School Culture Team to develop a positive school culture of high expectations and respect
• Provide classroom support for resets and huddles with students in response to teacher concerns/calls

Tier Two and Three Incident Management and Restorative Practices for Middle School

• Promote Student Engagement and Sense of Belonging throughout disciplinary processes including Collaborative Hearing Process and the Family Meeting Process
• Facilitate Middle School Restorative Practices including circles, resets, and restorative projects
• Monitor the enforcement of the student code of conduct behavior
• Manage the PVPA Bullying Prevention and Intervention Plan and its updates to assure compliance with state regulations including annual fall training for PVPA faculty and Staff.
• Manage suspension and expulsion hearings in accordance with state law
• Assist in the planning, developing, and implementation of student behavior plans for high-risk students.

Documentation and Investigation

• Work with the Dean of Students to compile all required discipline reports to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
• Mange reports of abuse and neglect with the Department of Children and Families with the Dean of Students
• Manage investigations for reports of bullying and harassment with the Dean of Students

Staff Support

• Collaborate with the School Culture Team and the Wellness Team to create and maintain research-based behavioral interventions and train faculty and staff in those Interventions
• Assist staff with the creation and alignment of classroom student behavioral expectations and classroom management plans
• Serve as a resource to staff regarding student management issues
• Provide formal and informal feedback on observations and classroom management best practices

Family and Community Engagement

• Maintain regular communication with staff and families regarding student behavior
• Build effective relationships with teachers, families, and the community to improve school culture
• Encourage parental involvement in the pursuit of student achievement and a positive school culture

Qualifications

The successful candidate will minimally hold a BA degree, be able to pass a background check (CORI/SORI & Fingerprinting) and be computer literate:

1. Master’s Degree (preferred)
2. MA DESE Certification Principal/Assist. Principal (preferred) or Communication & Literacy MTEL within 1st year (required)
3. Three years of public school experience (required) five years (preferred)
4. Experience implementing restorative practices on a systemic level; experience engaging diverse learners through culturally responsive pedagogy; experience using data to inform decision-making; experience managing a small team of educators
5. Commitment to professional growth and collaboration; skilled at mediating interpersonal conflict; skilled in culturally proficient communication

Other Information/Instructions:

Salary Range: $67,000 - $70,000 annually plus the potential for bonus at the end of the fiscal year (dependent upon tuition revenue). Under the supervision of the Dean of Students.

For the 2025-2026 school year the position consists of 200 days that includes 180 days of school, 5 professional development/curriculum work days plus 15 additional days (follows school year calendar).

To apply please visit the PVPA Career Center and be prepared to provide:

1. A current resume
2. Letter of interest/introduction
3. Contact information for three references
4. Transcripts indicating degrees awarded
5. Evidence of licensure or any endorsements if applicable