The United Schools Network (USN) is a nonprofit organization in Columbus, Ohio, that starts and manages urban public charter schools that close the opportunity gap. The network includes two high-performing middle schools, a high-performing elementary school, and launched a second elementary school in the fall of 2017. We are seeking a Dean of Students to join our network at United Preparatory Academy-Main St.

Vision & Mission
Vision: For every child, an open door.

Mission: Transforming lives and our communities through the power of education.

Core Values

We hold high academic and behavioral expectations to ensure the growth of every student.

We engage and grow competent and experienced school leadership and staff.

We offer a rigorous academic program with intentional student supports and a comprehensive character education program.

We provide clear standards, research-proven curriculum, and frequent assessment.

We are a mission-driven school community.

Our Students and Results

• Admission is open to all students; academic proficiency is not considered during the admissions process.
• 75% of our students are students of color and 90% are economically disadvantaged.
• USN schools serve students in grades K-8 and have a robust alumni services program.
• USN 8 th graders regularly gain acceptance to the top high school programs in the city.

Joining Our Team
United Preparatory Academy will consider hiring a full-time Dean of Students who:

Leadership Skills & Characteristics

• Embodies, advocates, and operationalizes the school's mission, vision, expectations, and values.
• Demonstrates a high level of professional maturity including emotional constancy in stressful situations.
• Has the ability to bring out the best in others and acts as a positive force to motivate others.
• Carefully manages tasks and time by being extremely well-organized and detail oriented.
• Demonstrates tenacity and persistence in pursuit of solutions that maximize student achievement.
• Works collaboratively with the leadership team and instructional staff to support the needs of students.
• Is open and committed to implementing frequent feedback from lead teachers and school leaders.
• Exhibits ability to effectively relate to, engage, and communicate with a diverse group of students and their families in one-on-one, small group, and large group settings.
• Communicates effectively in both formal and informal settings.

Administrative Duties

• Establishes and sustains a safe, orderly, and disciplined culture that promotes positive student behavior and that motivates students to exhibit the school's values.
• Maintains school culture calendar and sends updates frequently to inform staff of upcoming programs, activities, and events.
• Plans community meetings, field trips, college visits, character education and other similar culture-building activities.
• Ensures consistent adherence to the Code of Conduct and provides timely behavioral data to staff.
• Serves as primary contact between bus services and the school concerning behavioral issues on the bus.
• Communicates regularly with families concerning the behavioral challenges of students including communicating ways in which these challenges may be overcome.
• Maintains accurate student discipline records documenting all calls, conferences, office referrals detentions, in-class suspensions, and out-of-school suspensions.
• Acts as a resource to teachers in their instructional practice, especially as it relates to issues of discipline, relationships with students, classroom management, and school culture.
• Ensures the physical environment of the school reinforces school culture and facilitates achievement.
• Updates the Culture Manual annually and uses it as the foundation for culture-related professional development throughout the year.
• Leads professional development sessions aimed at strengthening and implementing the school's values and management system.
• Plans Family Orientation and Culture Camp with the School Director to orient new families and students to school systems, procedures, and the Code of Conduct.
• Serves as a member of the Building Leadership Team.
• Assists in the selection and hiring of staff.
• Conducts home visits throughout the year.
• Completes other duties as assigned by the School Director.

Experience & Qualifications
United Preparatory Academy will consider hiring a full-time Dean of Students who:

• Is dedicated to educational success for urban students.
• Has at least two years of successful teaching and/or school leadership experience in an urban school.
• Is committed to using data-driven practices and techniques outlined in Teach Like a Champion 2.0 to improve student outcomes.
• Is open and committed to implementing frequent feedback.
• Communicates effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Has technological proficiency using Google & Office products.
• Holds a B.A./B.S. degree.

Terms of Employment
This position will begin on or about July 1, 2018, though applications will be considered immediately. Compensation and benefits are competitive; employees are eligible to participate in Ohio's State Teacher Retirement System. United Preparatory Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.