Dean of Students

Location

Pottstown, PA | United States

Job description

Dean of Students

The Hill School Mission: The Hill School prepares young people from across the country and around the world for college, careers, and life. Within a family school environment and a rigorous liberal arts curriculum, we challenge our young people to work hard; think and reason; be fulfilled; serve the common good; and be prepared to lead as citizens of the world, uniquely guided by our motto, "Whatsoever Things Are True."

Department: Community Life

Position Title: Dean of Students

Reports To: Associate Head of School

Status: Exempt, 12-month Residential, Faculty

Position Summary

This position is responsible for upholding community standards, building an inclusive culture in the community, and ensuring all rules and expectations are followed across the community. The position would also include teaching one section aligned with their experience and abilities, one season of afternoon co-curricular, and evening/weekend responsibilities.

Working closely with other members of the Deans' Office and Community Life teams and the broader faculty, the Dean of Students will be responsible for developing and implementing policies, practices, and protocols that serve to support student respect and well-being while ensuring for a safe and healthy community.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Primary focus of the Dean of Students includes but are not limited to the following:

• Work with Community Life Office to oversee daily logistics and programs designed to maintain a structured and positive student culture.
• Oversee organization and support of attendance for all school functions and events.
• Primary oversight over I Care program for substance usage support to students.
• Oversee development and operation of the discipline system and related communications.
• Chair Discipline Committee.
• Leading member of Residence Council and assist with implementation of residential program.
• Oversee the yearly revision of the student handbook.
• Member of the Student Support Team, Medical Leave Committee, Head of School Advisory Team, Executive Committee, Crisis Team, Calendar Committee, and several other standing and ad hoc committees.
• Oversee and manage Deans on Duty for evenings and weekends.
• Candidate should possess a valid driver's license and be willing to drive students.

A candidate would ideally have at least ten years of educational experience in an independent school setting (preferably residential) as well as formal experience in traditional academic communities. The person will also be expected to undertake responsibilities that are importantly associated with a boarding school, such as leading and serving on various committees and contributing to the school's co-curricular and residential programs. Experience and demonstrated success working with diverse student communities is preferred, but not required. A bachelor's degree is required; a master's degree is preferred. Start date for this position is July 1, 2024 .

Application Materials and Deadline

To be considered for this position, please submit the following materials by Monday, March 18, 2024:

• Cover Letter
• Statement of Leadership Philosophy
• Resume
• Names of Three References (Direct Supervisors)

Attitude and Demeanor

• Actively support the mission and vision of The Hill School in a positive and professional manner.
• Work as a dynamic team member in a professional collaborative environment.
• Positive, energetic, and extremely organized enough to thrive in a fast-paced environment while collaborating closely with students and colleagues.
• Willingness to manage numerous priorities and have the ability to switch from a variety of roles.
• Communicate effectively, and with empathy in working with all constituencies.
• Approach all communications in a timely manner, thoroughly, and diplomatically.
• Willingness to be flexible to meet the needs of the School.
• Emphatically prioritize specific initiatives and philosophies that actively promote integrity, inclusion, and belonging for all human beings at The Hill School and across the world.

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