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About Grace
Grace Church School’s mission of academic excellence, ethical values and service, and inclusive community anchors our program and informs our pedagogy and curriculum, preparing our students to lead meaningful and productive lives. The school nurtures and educates the whole child, understanding that our humanity comprises mind, body, heart, and spirit. We celebrate our differences, respect our diversity, and embrace our shared human experience.
About the Position
Grace Church School seeks a student-centered Grade 7/8 Dean. The Dean will be responsible for the oversight of each student’s social, emotional, and intellectual growth and grade-level advisory teams. They will work closely with the division head, Grade 5/6 Dean, Dean of Equity & Inclusion, Diversity Liaison, Learning Specialist, and School Counselor, as part of the Guidance and Student Support team.
A middle school dean must be willing to reflect, remain curious, communicate well with students and parents, maintain a growth mindset, value creativity, harbor a sense of humor, and have some fun.
The ideal candidate will be an excellent classroom teacher and highly experienced in student support, academic advising, and counseling, working closely with students, families, and faculty in the daily transactions of school life. They will have a deep appreciation and understanding of adolescent development. They will have a positive and collaborative attitude and be committed to addressing social justice, diversity, equity, and anti-bias education within the curriculum. They will bring tools and strategies for meeting the needs of each individual student’s instruction and foster community. They will communicate effectively with students, families and colleagues and will value professional growth.
Reporting to the Head of the Middle School, the Grade 7/8 Dean duties include but are not limited to the following:
- Leading, advising, and managing the day to day business of the seventh and eighth grade students
- Working closely with the division head to nurture and support the growth and development of our students
- Leading the grade-level advisory teams and coordinating mission-aligned programming the fosters a culture of dignity and belonging
- Leading grade-level student profile meetings
- Managing student profiles and files, which includes meeting with teachers, and communicating academic progress and concerns to students, faculty, and parents, collecting forms for families when requested.
- Coordinating student support as needed
- Participating in Guidance Meetings
- Participating in and helping to organize grade orientations and field trips
- Teaching in the Middle School
- Consulting on disciplinary issues with the Head of Middle School
- Review of report cards for students in grades 7 and 8
- Planning and organizing onboarding and orientation processes for new and returning students
- Distributing and replacing of student ID cards
- Organizing cross-divisional book buddies
- Managing student lunch table assignments
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree, teaching experience and strong written and oral communication skills are required.
Familiarity with the Responsive Classroom Advisory Program is a plus. Training in Restorative Practices desired.
How to Apply
To apply, submit a résumé and cover letter through the school’s website
Compensation
This is a full-time, 10-month position with an expected base salary of $67,000 - $149,080, commensurate with education and experience on the faculty salary scale. Deans are eligible for an additional payment equivalent to 7 steps on the faculty salary scale.
Grace Church School is an Equal Opportunity Employer