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 an Associate Dean of Students to join our network at Columbus Collegiate Academy-Dana Ave.



Vision & Mission


Vision: For every child, an open door.

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



Core Values

All students have the ability to achieve academic excellence.

All students thrive in a highly disciplined school environment.

All students must be prepared to excel in demanding high schools on their way to selective colleges.

All students deserve outstanding teachers that produce outstanding results.

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


Columbus Collegiate Academy will consider hiring a full-time Associate 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.
• Serves as a member of the Building Leadership Team.

Administrative Duties

• Implements programs that promote positive student behavior and that motivate students to exhibit the school's STRIVE values.
• Assists with the planning of community meetings (e.g. Celebration, Morning Meetings, etc.), field trips, character education, and other similar culture-building events.
• Assists the Dean of Students with discipline and culture issues at school, on the bus, and at any school events.
• Assists the Dean of Students with the office referral process.
• Communicates regularly with families concerning the behavioral challenges of students.
• Maintains accurate student discipline records, documenting all conferences, suspensions, in-class suspensions, detentions, and calls home for behavior.
• Ensures that the physical environment of the school reinforces school culture and facilitates student achievement.
• Assists with summer professional development sessions aimed at strengthening and implementing the school's Culture Manual under the direction of the Dean of Students.
• Assists with Family Orientation and Culture Camp planning and implementation.
• Conducts home visits during student orientation as well as throughout the year.

Qualifications


Columbus Collegiate Academy will consider hiring a full-time Associate 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. Columbus Collegiate Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.