Top 299 Dean Jobs in Missouri

Dean of Student Retention and Engagement - Missouri Connections Academy
Connections Education —Columbia, MO
- Full-time
- Remote
- School experience
- Customer service
- 5 years
Nursing Adjunct Faculty
Arizona College of Nursing —Maryland Heights, MO
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Nursing
- RN License
- 401(k) matching
K-2nd Grade Elementary Teachers 2026-27
Friendly Academy —St. Louis, MO
- $45,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Director of Student Academic Affairs and Associate Dean - College of Arts & Sciences
Washington University in St. Louis —St. Louis, MO
- $84,200 - $148,500 a year
- Online Application
- School experience
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Commuter assistance
- Employee assistance program
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SY 26/27 Dean of Culture
KIPP Kansas City —Kansas City, MO
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Office
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief of Staff - Office of the Dean of WashU Medicine
Washington University in St. Louis —St. Louis, MO
- Online Application
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Data analysis skills
Dean of General Education (On-site in Maryland Heights)
Arizona College of Nursing —Maryland Heights, MO
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Doctoral degree
- University
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
University of Missouri-Columbia – Robert J. Trulaske, Sr. College of Business – Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs
Columbia, MO
- 5 years
- Analysis skills
- University
Dean of Student Development & Enrollment
Metropolitan Community College —Kansas City, MO
- $88,084 - $96,012 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Customer service
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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University of Missouri-Columbia – – Dean, College of Health Sciences
Columbia, MO
- Doctoral degree
- 5 years
- University
Associate Dean for Recruitment and Admissions (Hybrid) - Olin Business
Washington University in St. Louis —St. Louis, MO
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Pass drug screening
- Office
- Master's degree
Adjunct Instructor, College of Education and Human Services, Advanced Graduate Programs
Lindenwood University —Saint Charles, MO
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Classroom
- Microsoft Excel
Coordinator to the Dean - College of Professional Programs
Southwest Baptist University —Bolivar, MO
- Full-time
- Office
- Windows
- High school diploma or GED
Adjunct/Per Course Faculty - School of Construction, Design and Project Management (Summer/Fall 2026)
Missouri State University —Springfield, MO
- Online Application
- Background check
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
Adjunct/Per Course Faculty, Finance, Economics & Risk Management (Summer/Fall 2026)
Missouri State University —Springfield, MO
- Part-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Finance
Adjunct/Per Course Faculty, School of Teaching, Learning, and Developmental Science (Summer/Fall 2026)
Missouri State University —Springfield, MO
- Online Application
- Background check
- Classroom
- Mid-level
Adjunct Instructor, Plaster College of Business and Entrepreneurship (Business/Professional Writing)
Lindenwood University —Saint Charles, MO
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Classroom
- Microsoft Excel
Collaborative Health Clinical Faculty (part-time): St. Louis, MO
Chamberlain University —St. Louis, MO
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Nursing
- Doctoral degree
- RN License
Quick Apply
Adjunct Instructor, Plaster College of Business and Entrepreneurship (Healthcare Management)
Lindenwood University —Saint Charles, MO
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Classroom
- Microsoft Excel
Adjunct Instructor, Plaster College of Business and Entrepreneurship ( Sports Management)
Lindenwood University —Saint Charles, MO
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Classroom
- Microsoft Excel

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Dean of Student Retention and Engagement - Missouri Connections Academy

Connections Education -
Columbia, MO

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

School experience
Academic institution experience
MFA
Productivity software
Student-centered approaches (student motivation techniques)

Full Job Description

School Summary:
Missouri Connections Academy (MOCA) is a tuition-free, full-time virtual public school serving students across the state of Missouri. MOCA delivers a personalized, online learning experience supported by state-certified teachers, comprehensive curriculum, and a strong partnership with families. The school is committed to student engagement, academic success, and continuous improvement within a virtual learning environment.

Description
The Dean of Student Retention and Engagement is a senior school leader responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring strategies that improve student attendance, persistence, engagement, and overall school connectedness in a K–12 environment. This role focuses on proactively identifying students at risk of disengagement or withdrawal and coordinating timely, student-centered interventions that promote continuous enrollment and academic success.

The Dean partners closely with school leadership, teachers, counselors, support staff, and families to strengthen student engagement, reduce chronic absenteeism, and foster a positive school culture aligned to Missouri Connections Academy’s mission and accountability requirements. This is a 10-month role reporting to the School Leader.

Key Responsibilities

Uphold and model the mission, vision, and values of Missouri Connections Academy.
Support student persistence, engagement, and overall success by meeting annual school goals and accountability requirements.
Develop and implement strategies to improve student attendance, engagement, and retention across grade levels.
Proactively identify students at risk of disengagement or withdrawal and coordinate timely, student-centered interventions.
Collaborate with school leadership, instructional staff, counselors, and support teams to align retention and engagement efforts.
Build and maintain strong relationships with students and families to promote consistent participation and enrollment continuity.
Provide high-quality communication and customer support to families and colleagues.
Use data to monitor attendance, engagement, and retention trends and inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
Support schoolwide initiatives, professional development, and collaborative practices.
Contribute to a positive, inclusive, student-centered school culture in a virtual environment.
Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal requirements related to attendance, enrollment, and student engagement.
Participate in state testing administration and ensure adherence to applicable guidelines.
Develop and monitor systems to track data related to late-enrolled students, including enrollment timing, engagement patterns, attendance trends, course pacing, and persistence outcomes.
Analyze late-enrollment data to identify barriers to success and drive strategies
Design and implement differentiated onboarding processes for late-enrolled students that support both the student and family, ensuring clarity, connection, and early academic momentum.
Create structured transition plans for students enrolling mid-semester to reduce instructional gaps and accelerate engagement.
Partner with teachers, counselors, and support staff to provide coordinated wraparound support for newly enrolled students.
Use innovative and creative engagement strategies to build meaningful connections with families and increase sustained participation in a virtual environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Capabilities

Customer Centric
Demonstrates a strong student and family support mindset and uses feedback to improve experiences and outcomes.

Effective Communication
Communicates clearly and professionally with students, families, and colleagues; produces high-quality written and verbal communication.

Team Collaboration
Builds trust, collaborates effectively in a matrixed organization, and contributes positively to team culture.

Accountability & Follow Through
Takes ownership of responsibilities, meets deadlines, and adapts to changing priorities.

Growth Mindset
Engages in professional learning, uses data effectively, and seeks continuous improvement.

Technology Proficiency
Comfortable navigating virtual learning platforms, student information systems, and Microsoft and Google productivity tools.

Data-Driven Decision Making
Uses quantitative and qualitative data to identify trends, address root causes, and implement targeted interventions, particularly for late-enrolled and at-risk students.

Strategic Innovation
Applies creative, forward-thinking approaches to family engagement and student onboarding to improve connection, participation, and long-term retention.

Requirements

Valid Missouri administrative, educational leadership, or applicable professional license (as appropriate to the role).
Residency in Missouri.
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in K–12 education, student services, school leadership, or a related field.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Counseling, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Experience with virtual or blended learning environments preferred.
Ability to work effectively and manage responsibilities in a remote/virtual environment.
Ability to travel in-state as needed.
Must be able to use personal electronic devices for two-step authentication and school communications.
Technological proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at https://www.connectionsacademy.com/careers/benefits (https://www.connectionsacademy.com/careers/benefits).

Missouri Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Missouri Connections Academy is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), the Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC), and the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), which are accrediting divisions of Cognia.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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