Share Email Opening Title DEAN OF STUDENTS  EOE Statement The George School community—rooted in Quaker values and composed of global citizens—is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. The school does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our goal is to be a community where people with vastly different backgrounds, identities, and perspectives are united in their mutual respect for one another and the pursuit of a common good. This belief is reflected in the school’s motto, “Mind the Light.”   Description The dean of students is a strategic institutional leader and the school’s primary student affairs expert. The position is a twelve-month administrative position responsible for overseeing and facilitating all nonacademic aspects of student life at George School in a way that ensures their complementarity to the academic program and supports the holistic approach to student development that characterizes George School. The dean of students will lead efforts to evaluate and, as necessary and desirable, reimagine student life with the goal of ensuring George School is an environment conducive to academic achievement and personal growth for boarding and day students. Such a vision is consistent with George School’s position as a leading boarding and day school rooted in Quaker values. Key areas of responsibility include residential and day student programs, student activities including weekend programming, the attendance system, the discipline system, student health and wellness, support of international students, and budgetary oversight for student life programs. In addition, the dean of students will occasionally serve as an institutional spokesperson on student-related matters. The dean of students supervises all staff members of the Deans’ Office, is a member of George School’s administrative team of senior institutional leaders and reports to the associate head of school. Campus housing is provided to the dean of students.   Position Requirements A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required, with preference for a Master’s degree in an academic field taught at George School or in education administration or a related discipline. A minimum of three years of successful professional experience in a boarding school is required. At least three years’ experience supervising both adults and adolescents is required. At least three years administering student life programs is highly desired. The ability to teach a class at George School is desirable. Demonstrated knowledge in such areas as developmental psychology, residential life, drug and alcohol prevention, experiential education, ethics and decision-making. A commitment to the traditions and philosophy of a Quaker educational community and a style consistent with Quaker values. The ability to lead by example in a community that expects collegiality and open communication. Commitment to diversity and demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse student and adult populations. Ability to articulate and tactfully handle inquiries from students, parents, faculty, and staff. Discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends are required.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Position DEAN OF STUDENTS   Close Date   About the Organization Founded in 1893 by members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), George School, a rigorous all gender boarding and day school for grades nine through twelve, educates students from more than nineteen states, forty-three foreign countries, and a variety of ethnic, racial, religious, and economic backgrounds. Through its commitment to diversity and the Quaker values of equality, integrity, and peacemaking, George School inspires students to be led by their own truths while respecting and appreciating opinions and beliefs different from their own. George School was one of the first schools in the United States to implement an International Baccalaureate diploma program.   Hiring Manager None Specified  This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://GeorgeSchool.appone.com Follow us

 

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