Job Summary: The dean of scholars is the person responsible for assisting the school principal in overall administration of the school culture and daily operations. It is the expectation that this individual will work with the colleagues, parents, and scholars to create a school environment that is focused on academic achievement, character and success beyond high school. TLA is a school where scholars and families are supported, while maintaining high expectations for all. The dean of scholars is expected to fully embrace the school’s methodology and uphold the high expectations of The Lincoln Academy. The dean of scholars will support an equitable environment with rigorous instruction, joyous interactions, and strong community partnerships. Though it is impossible to list all roles the dean of scholars will fill, specific job responsibilities include:
Essential Functions:
● Oversight of culture, connections and joy at TLA
● Ensure strong implementation of classroom culture coaching model
● Prepare and lead all quarterly incentives
● Manage all homework infractions, clubs and incentives
● Create and lead all grade band assemblies
● Manage and ensure attendance notifications
● Coordinate with Scholar Support Services to support scholars
● Supervise entry, dismissal, lunch and recess
● Develop proactive interventions and create natural consequences when appropriate
● Support staff with challenging behaviors
● Daily check-ins with staff and scholars
● Oversight and implementation of uniform infractions
● Manage and ensure all discipline notifications
● Review handbook and suggest any adjustments yearly regarding culture
● Lead character strong, restorative practices, RAP and team building sessions in August
Academy
● Help develop and support PD/weekly staff meetings
● Oversight of all school drills, fire, tornado, lock-downs
● Create and co-lead Friday assemblies
● Lead CST2 Interventions
● Recess/Weather monitoring and communication with staff
● School television monitor weekly updates
● Character Strong leadership, training and ownership
● Manage and monitor scholars of concern with a focus on prevention for behaviors
● IEP/504 support and participate in requested meetings
● Oversight of discipline and parent contacts
● Problem solving for scholars of concern and supporting families with ideas and
communication
● Supervise athletic events
● Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment
● Staffing evaluations and meetings
● Support organization and supervision of dances, recreation night, performances and
other events
● Other duties as requested
Skills/Attributes:
● Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the
administration and supervision of character development programs in the school
● Skill in oral and written communications
● Ability to motivate others to reach their fullest potential
● Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school staff, parents,
scholars, and community partners
● Alignment with The Lincoln Academy’s vision and values
● Strong people skills and leadership ability to develop a team environment
● Belief in maintaining the bar for educational equity for learners at every ability level
● Ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting with high expectations
● Demonstrated professionalism and integrity
● Strong critical thinking skills and strategic problem solving skills
● An ability and passion to work with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds
● A joyous attitude and drive for personal excellence
● Strong organizational skills and ability to adapt to change quickly and efficiently
● Interpersonal skills that encompass strong relationship building and communication
● Ability to use technology and data to drive toward exceptional outcomes for scholars
● Demonstrated strong work ethic
● Adaptability in working with various age groups ranging from 4 year-old Kindergarten to
high school
● Commitment to professional growth and personal development
Education
Master’s degree and Administrative license
Experience
Administrative experience and teaching in an urban setting preferred
Licensing
WI DPI Teacher and Administrator License
Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting Certification and CPI Certification required annually before first day with scholars
Physical Demands/Working Conditions: The majority of this job involves walking, sitting or standing necessary to observe classroom and school activities, mostly indoors. The ability to physically perform the duties and work in the school setting is required. Some conditions
include:
● Must be able to stand up to 2 hours instructing staff or instructing a classroom of
learners
● Must be able to sit and look at a computer monitor, using a keyboard/mouse and typing
for up to 2 hours at a time
● Must be able to lift up to 25lbs on a frequent basis
● May be required to lift and position scholars with physical disabilities; control behavior
through physical restraint; and assist non ambulatory scholars.
The Lincoln Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type
protected by federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
