What are the responsibilities and job description for the GHS Dean of Students position at Goshen Community Schools?
The following vacancy exists in Goshen Community Schools for the 2022-23 school year:
Goshen High School
Dean of Students
POSITION PURPOSE: The Dean of Students assists the Principal in the performance of the various leadership responsibilities, which are critical to the successful administration of the school unit. The specific duties which are assigned by the Principal and the decision-making authority related to such assignments are as established in the working relationship between the Principal and the Dean of Students.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The Dean of Students will primarily be responsible for student attendance and discipline. They may also assist in various duties, such as,
- Observation and evaluation of classroom instruction.
- Coordination and supervision of activities.
- Evaluation of paraprofessional and other staff performance as assigned.
- Responsibility for the safety, conduct, and general welfare of students.
- Selection, assignment, supervision and evaluation of certificated and classified employees.
- Oversee student attendance and determine procedure for notification of parents and work with Child Protective Services.
REQUIREMENTS: Valid Indiana License – Administration. Will consider those enrolled in Administrative licensure program.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A background in computer technology.
- A successful background in teaching and/or leadership is schools.
- Ability and willingness to follow directions given and to perform assigned duties in accordance with applicable guidelines, policies and procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively before groups of students and parents.
- Ability to communicate well and to apply leadership skills within a shared decision-making model.
- Ability to evaluate the instructional process.
- Ability to plan and organize.
- Commitment to innovation and creativity.
- Experience with a school-wide discipline program.
- Knowledge and prior application or experience in improving academic achievement.
- Knowledge of and prior application of current information, theory and research in education.
- Knowledge of and prior successful experience working in a diverse educational setting.
- Leadership qualities and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Risk taker willing to approach leadership through change process with demonstrated competency.
- Skills in human relations.
- Sound educational philosophy and instructional competence.
- Other qualifications as deemed desirable by the School Board.
WORK CALENDAR: School year additional 25 days; 209 days per year; 40 hours per week
SALARY: Administrative Contract – 209 days; Base Pay – Negotiable based on Experience
APPLICATION PROCESS: In order to be considered, all applicants must have completed their on-line application at https://goshenschools.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
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Please attach the following to your application:
- Letter of interest
- Up-to-date resume
- Reference Letter(s)
- Current Indiana Professional Educator’s License
For questions regarding this position please contact:
Cathy DeMeyer
Goshen High School
401 Lincolnway East
Goshen, IN 46526
cdemeyer@goshenschools.org
The Goshen Community School's Board of School Trustees is an equal opportunity employer. Selection of the applicant will be made without reference to race, color, creed, sex, age, handicap, or national origin.
THE CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS IS: Until filled
