Assistant Dean of Students
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PVPA has an opportunity for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year for a school administrator who is interested in working within a School Culture Team to support student needs.
Tier One School Culture Efforts for Middle School
Collaborate with the Dean of Students and the School Culture Team to implement a school-wide behavior management system with meaningful incentives and re- direction strategies
Support and enforce school behavioral expectations according to PVPA's code of Conduct
Work closely with the School Culture Team to develop a positive school culture of high expectations and respect
Provide classroom support for resets and huddles with students in response to teacher concerns/calls
Tier Two and Three Incident Management and Restorative Practices for Middle School Promote Student Engagement and Sense of Belonging throughout disciplinary processes including Collaborative Hearing Process and the Family Meeting Process
Facilitate Middle School Restorative Practices including circles, resets, and restorative projects
Monitor the enforcement of the student code of conduct behavior
Manage the PVPA Bullying Prevention and Intervention Plan and its updates to assure compliance with state regulations including annual fall training for PVPA faculty and Staff.
Manage suspension and expulsion hearings in accordance with state law
Assist in the planning, developing, and implementation of student behavior plans for high-risk students.
Documentation and Investigation Work with the Dean of Students to compile all required discipline reports to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Mange reports of abuse and neglect with the Department of Children and Families with the Dean of Students
Manage investigations for reports of bullying and harassment with the Dean of Students
Staff Support Collaborate with the School Culture Team and the Wellness Team to create and maintain research-based behavioral interventions and train faculty and staff in those Interventions
Assist staff with the creation and alignment of classroom student behavioral expectations and classroom management plans
Serve as a resource to staff regarding student management issues
Provide formal and informal feedback on observations and classroom management best practices
Family and Community Engagement Maintain regular communication with staff and families regarding student behavior
Build effective relationships with teachers, families, and the community to improve school culture
Encourage parental involvement in the pursuit of student achievement and a positive school culture
Qualifications
The successful candidate will minimally hold a BA degree, be able to pass a background check (CORI/SORI & Fingerprinting) and be computer literate:
Master's Degree (preferred)
MA DESE Certification Principal/Assist. Principal (preferred) or Communication & Literacy MTEL within 1st year (required)
Three years of public school experience (required) five years (preferred)
Experience implementing restorative practices on a systemic level; experience engaging diverse learners through culturally responsive pedagogy; experience using data to inform decision-making; experience managing a small team of educators
Commitment to professional growth and collaboration; skilled at mediating interpersonal conflict; skilled in culturally proficient communication
Other Information/Instructions:
Salary Range: $67,000 - $70,000 annually plus the potential for bonus at the end of the fiscal year (dependent upon tuition revenue). Under the supervision of the Dean of Students.
For the 2025-2026 school year the position consists of 200 days that includes 180 days of school, 5 professional development/curriculum work days plus 15 additional days (follows school year calendar).
To apply please visit the PVPA Career Center and be prepared to provide: A current resume
Letter of interest/introduction
Contact information for three references
Transcripts indicating degrees awarded
Evidence of licensure or any endorsements if applicable
- Location:
- South Hadley, MA, United States
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Management Occupations