POSITION SUMMARY

MOT Charter is a small school on a mission to provide a 21st century learning experience to our

students. Teachers and staff at MOT Charter are passionate learners, focused on maximizing our

students' ability to solve problems and contribute to their communities as enlightened and responsible

citizens. MOT Charter practices a restorative model to address behavioral issues with the intent to

promote growth and build empathy among our students.

The Dean of Students holds primary responsibility for attendance and discipline. This position requires

a collaboration with the Principal of the K8 Academy to develop and assist in training of staff, students,

and families and assisting all members of the MOT Charter community with building positive

relationships.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

?h Share a commitment to the success of the mission, goals, and objectives of the MOT Charter

School.

?h Set high expectations and standards for yourself and others.

?h Live out the school's mission, vision and goals.

?h Establish a professional rapport with students and with staff that earns their respect.

?h Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with

students, parents, school personnel, and agencies associated with the school.

?h Serve as a role model for students by dressing professionally, accepting responsibility for your

actions, and demonstrating good sportsmanship, the importance of learning, and pride in the

education profession.

?h Inspire confidence in students and families.

?h Develop an open and trusting relationship among faculty, students and community members.

?h Observe and follow all Board policies and all procedures and policies as outlined in the MOT

Charter School Employee Manual.

?h Display personal qualities that reflect favorably upon you and the school. Share responsibility

for professional, cooperative staff relations and for activities important to the operation of the

school.

?h Conduct oneself according to professional, ethical principles.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

?h Establish high, concrete behavioral objectives for students.

?h Monitor student attendance and communicate with parents through phone, email and letters to

address attendance concerns. Communicate those concerns with the Principal of the K8

Campus.

?h File truancy complaints and attend court as the LEA representative when needed.

?h Assist teachers with the identification of behavioral impacts of behaviors of students and

develop strategies to support the student, teacher, and the classroom

?h Supervise recess aids/lunchroom aids; provide training and support to implement our

disciplinary philosophy and policies.

?h Determine student consequences and supervise afterschool detentions and other disciplinary

actions that require direct supervision.

?h Attend home visits with the Principal or other appropriate staff as needed.

?h Investigate incidents of behavior and bullying and communicate to all necessary parties.

?h Enter all behavioral incidents into the eschool reporting system.

?h Attend mandatory trainings related to the position including Mandatory School climate

Discipline Reporting.

?h Provide support for classroom teachers and staff with students in immediate need of assistance.

?h Participate in bus driver training and be a consistent resource of support for drivers with

student's behaviors and establishing a positive bus culture.

?h Attend events and programs that supports the school vision and mission to provide a safe,

nurturing environment where all students learn and flourish.

?h Facilitate 504 Plan Meetings as needed.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

?h Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in curriculum & instruction,

leadership, education, or a related field.

?h Five years of successful classroom experience.

?h Successful prior building level leadership experience.

?h Five years' relevant work experience with high school students

?h Excellent organizational skills and the ability to motivate people

OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

?h Strong written/verbal communication skills

?h Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment

?h Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Outlook and in the use of a student information system

?h Ability to quickly learn new technologies and tools

Disclaimer: This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that

will be required of this position. It is not intended to limit, or in any way to modify, the right of any

supervisor to assign, direct or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The use of a

particular illustration shall not be used to exclude non-listed duties of similar kind or level of difficulty

Reports To: K8 Academy Principal

Job Posting Link: https://www.motcharter.com/jobs

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