Dean of Students

About the role

BASIS Tucson Primary is seeking a Dean of Students to help lead the efforts to build and maintain a strong, positive achievement-oriented school culture. This position manages the behavior programs for the school and models how to establish strong, mutually respectful relationships with students and families. The Dean of Students is a visible presence in all areas of the school and is responsible for all issues relating to the well-being of the students during their time at the school.

Responsibilities

• Supports teachers to resolve differences in communication with parents and students
• Organizes students arrival and dismissal
• Organizes and reviews results of assessment of numeracy and reading comprehension and problem-solving skills for any new student, state-required assessments, Comprehensive or Curriculum Gains BASIS program
• Reviews Progress Reports, Mid-semester reports
• Organizes and executes student academic and behavior support
• Maintains student discipline and follows through with documentation
• Communicates and meets with parents regarding student performance and/or conduct
• Participates in the development of academic and student schedules
• Participates in the planning and execution of standardized assessments
• Supports teachers in building positive relationships with parents
• Participates in all faculty and staff meetings

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s preferred)
• 3–5 years of experience in a school setting (charter or independent preferred)
• Behavior management or relevant experience preferred

Skills

• Strong belief in and adherence to the BASIS Ed model
• Relationship-building skills
• Ability to effectively analyze data to improve student achievement
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to exercise excellent judgment and decision-making
• Excellent problem-solving and negotiating skills
• Ability to work independently with diverse constituents while maintaining high professional standards
• Exemplary organizational skills; ability to establish and manage multiple priorities; ability to work under pressure
• Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy
• Patience, flexibility, and a sense of humor

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical and dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Ability to add dependents
• 401k with partial match that grows over time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount)

Pay

Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience.

About BASIS Ed

BASIS Charter Schools embrace subject expertise and passion in the classroom! Our teachers are part of one of the nation’s most collaborative and professional learning communities. All of our schools use the acclaimed BASIS Charter School Curriculum. At the same time, our teachers are given the autonomy and academic freedom to teach in the manner that suits them. They choose how best to create dynamic lessons that foster student enthusiasm for new ideas and high-level learning. They help guide students to reach their greatest potential while preparing them for the demands of higher education, a rewarding career, and global citizenship. BASIS Charter School teachers spend their time teaching engaged students and teaming up with fellow educators—creating an intellectual, inspiring, supportive, and collegial school community.