School Year: 2023-2024

Position: Associate Dean of Students

Campus: United Preparatory Academy - East

Grade(s): K - 5th Grade

Reports to: Dean of Students

The United Schools Network (USN) is a nonprofit organization in Columbus, Ohio. After founding its first school in 2008, it has worked together with incredible leaders to open three more schools in the span of ten years. Each USN school is an open enrollment, public charter school that works diligently to close the opportunity gap in Columbus. Moreover, the mission of all USN schools is to transform lives and our communities through the power of education, while maintaining our vision: For every child, an open door.

USN currently operates two high-performing elementary schools (K-5) and two high-performing middle schools (6-8) that serve more than 1,000 students. We strive to provide students with a rigorous academic experience in a joyful learning environment, and we work hard to ensure that students of all levels grow and succeed by focusing on intentional student support and continual improvement.

Associate Dean of Students Position Description

The Associate Dean of Students (ADOS) position is integral in building a strong, positive, and joyful school culture. Together with the Dean of Students the Associate Dean assists in supporting and coaching staff on creating strong classroom environments. The ADOS promotes positive behavior by assisting in the planning of school celebrations and events and gets proximate with students, families, and staff to address behavioral concerns. In addition, they maintain accurate behavioral records and implement systems for improvement as needed. On the whole, the ADOS position works to support and strengthen positive school culture and can serve a strong mentor for students in need.

Joining Our Team

USN Core Traits:

• Mission-Driven. USN team members believe deeply in the mission of United Schools Network: to transform lives and our communities through the power of education.
• Growth Mindset. USN team members believe in their ability, and the ability of all students, to grow and improve.
• Relationship-Driven. USN team members get proximate to USN students, families, and colleagues to develop authentic relationships that inform work in the classroom.
• Conscientiousness. USN team members are professional, reliable, diligent, and pay attention to detail.
• Emotionally Constant. USN team members maintain a sense of calm while addressing a number of priorities.

Qualifications

• Holds a B.A./B.S. degree (required); advanced degree preferred.
• Has at least two years of proven school leadership skills in urban settings with an emphasis on data-driven instruction and demonstrable gains in student achievement.

Knowledge, Qualities, and Skills

• Is committed to using data-driven instructional practices and the techniques outlined in Teach Like a Champion 3.0 to improve student outcomes.
• Is relentless in the pursuit of solutions that maximize student achievement.
• Is open and committed to implementing frequent feedback from team members.
• Relates, communicates, and engages with students, families, and colleagues effectively in formal and informal settings.
• Comfortability with Google products for effective communication and completion of job responsibilities.

Terms of Employment

• Although this position will begin July 1st, 2023, applications will be considered immediately. An earlier start date will be considered on a situational basis.
• This is a full-time position.
• Report times are typically Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., although some job-related tasks can be expected outside of these hours.
• Salary: The starting salary for a new Associate Dean of Students with a Bachelor's degree is $49,000. The starting salary for other applicants will depend on various factors including professional experience, education level, and length of service with United Schools Network.
• Benefits:
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • Employees are eligible to participate in the State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS) or the School Employees Retirement System of Ohio (SERS).

Apply online at unitedschoolsnetwork.org/join.

All USN schools are Equal Opportunity Employers.

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