Position Type:
Administration/Dean
Date Posted:
7/29/2026
Location:
Huron High School
District:
Ann Arbor Public Schools
POSITION TITLE: High School Interim Dean 26-27 School Year
POSITION LOCATION: Huron High School
SALARY: AAAA Salary Schedule-Commensurate with education and experience
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
In the Ann Arbor Public Schools, our district Equity Plan drives our staff and school community in ensuring we have an inclusive environment at each of our elementary schools, secondary schools, and district departments and divisions.
We are seeking a self-reflective, innovative, equity-focused, and visionary leader who has a core belief of seeing equity, diversity, and inclusion as our greatest asset. This leader will co-create an anti-racist, collaborative, and inclusive environment among staff, students, families, and the greater Ann Arbor community. Applicants for this leadership position should be able to share previous experiences aligned with this belief and communicate both successes and challenges they have experienced in creating equity-centered learning communities.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The following is a list of qualifications for the position, any one of which may be waived by the Board in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications.
The High School Dean will assist school leadership in all matters related to student discipline, crisis management, attendance monitoring, and conflict resolution.
The High School Dean is responsible for supporting the success and well-being of all students in grades 9 through 12. This includes articulating and executing a vision for a comprehensive 9th-grade high school experience; developing, implementing, and overseeing grade-specific academic, extracurricular, and community-building activities; and guiding students through each stage of their high school journeyfrom transition to high school through graduation.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Teaching Certificate with valid endorsement preferred
Meet requirements for Michigan administrative certification
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Masters Degree from an accredited institution with emphasis in supervision, administration, curriculum, or related field, or be enrolled in a program leading to certification as a school administrator not later than six months after beginning employment as required by Michigan Department of Education.
Three years of successful administrative experience at the secondary level or equivalent administrative experience is preferred.
Five years of successful teaching and/or counseling experience at the secondary level is preferred.
Ability to demonstrate sound reasoning, thinking, and collaboration skills; knowledge of or experience with TregoED problem-solving processes or the willingness to learn
Knowledge of athletic programs and Michigan High School Athletic Association rules and regulations.
Demonstrate evidence of systematic study of secondary school organization and curriculum as well as growth and development and an understanding of the secondary school student.
Possess the ability to work effectively and cooperatively with other administrators.
Possess a variety of school experiences with varied racial groups, and experience in promoting gender equity in athletics.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Attendance monitor, oversee attendance policies, address truancy issues, and work to improve student attendance rates.
Collaborate with local community centers to support students.
Serve as a liaison between school administration, students, staff, parents, and community centers.
Know and support all high school students.
Assist the Principal in implementing and supporting the District's instructional and operational goals as articulated by the Superintendent.
Evaluate instructional and non-instructional staff and make appropriate recommendations.
Collaborate to provide the school community leadership, vision, and direction.
Create a welcoming and inclusive environment for student, staff, and families.
Demonstrate a self-reflective, innovative, anti-racist, equity-focused set of core beliefs.
Co-create an anti-racist, collaborative environment among staff, students, families, and the greater Ann Arbor community.
Responsible for discipline and the fostering of good conduct.
Plan and execute grade specific activities and events, such as middle school to high school transition.
Planning and executing first-year orientation for incoming 9th-grade students.
Working with grade-level counselors to coordinate support services and academic accommodations.
Coordinating and communicating disciplinary action as needed.
Attentiveness to administrative detail.
The ability to make unpopular decisions, take responsibility, and set boundaries in the face of unreasonable demands and persistent concerns.
Create and monitor student intervention plans.
Plans and implements programs designed to develop student social emotional learning.
Actively provides follow-up student discipline in regard to teacher and campus referrals using Restorative Justice Practices and the AAPS Rights & Responsibilities guidelines.
Meets and confers with parents and school personnel in developing alternative solutions to student attendance and discipline problems and concerns.
Support International Baccalaureate philosophies.
Attend International Baccalaureate training as required.
Improve and expand the educational opportunities and planning for all students, including students with diverse and special needs.
Demonstrate proficiency with culturally responsive pedagogy and instructional techniques/tools.
Foster a dynamic school culture centered on holistic, inclusive learning communities.
Work with diverse ethnic and socio-economic groups and maintain positive relations with all members of the school community.
Foster community relationships and partnerships that support students.
Select, supervise, and evaluate all staff and collaborate with teachers in improving teaching and learning.
Maintain a learning community with high standards of instructional excellence in curriculum, instructional methods, instructional supervision and coaching, student assessment, and school improvement and planning.
Serve on school and district-wide committees and represent the school as otherwise may be directed.
Assist in general supervision, including evening and/or weekend activities, as necessary. Other duties as assigned.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to staff, parents, students, and administrators.
Communicate effectively and present information in oral and written form.
REASONING ABILITY
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Interpret an extensive variety of statistical information and data related to student achievement.
Understand the needs of and relate to high school students and possess effective and innovative ideas for working with them.
Ann Arbor Public Schools is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ann Arbor Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
