Dean of Students @ Centennial Middle

SUMMARY

The Dean of Students will support the Principal with student supervision, parent communication and assume leadership responsibilities in the Principal's absence.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS __Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist the Principal and Assistant Principal with student discipline as assigned, including but not limited to:
• Investigating student misconduct, documenting disciplinary infractions, and determining appropriate consequences or restorative actions.
• Collaborating with administrators, special education staff, and school psychologists regarding Manifestation Determination Reviews (MDRs) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs) for qualified students.
• Maintainig detailed, accurate disciplinary and behavioral records within the Student Information System (SIS).
• Support and facilitate campus-wide climate initiatives as aligned with the school's specific cultural goals.
• Guide student conflict resolution and mediation efforts, utilizing approaches adapted to the site's disciplinary philosophy to address disputes and maintain community standards.
• Supervise key campus transitions, including, but not limited to morning arrival, hallway passing periods, cafeteria lunch shifts and dismissal.
• Assist with transportation problems.
• Assist in site-based staff development.
• Serve as primary liaison between the school and families regarding behavioral, social-emotional, and attendance concerns.
• Conduct proactive family outreach, parent-teacher-student conferences, and informational workshops.
• Engage with local community organizations, behavioral health providers, and emergency services to support student needs.
• Serve on campus safety team; assist in coordinating and executing school emergency drills (fire, lockdown, evacuation).
• Assists in after-school programs as assigned.
• Assumes the school responsibilities in the absence of the principal within the limits on their certifications.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines

• Must have a valid Arizona teaching certificate.
• Must have a minimum of three years of successful teaching experience.
• Administrative certificate preferred.

REPORTS TO

Building Principal

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Positions in this class typically require: use of hands, talking, hearing, seeing. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision as to read handwritten or typed materials and the ability to adjust focus. This type of work requires occasional or frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, and reaching for extended periods of time. This position may be subject to work environments that have exposure to weather or interiors with extremes of heat and/or cold and high noise levels. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with public.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and benefits as established by the Board.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job shall be evaluated by the Building Principal.

R*

The District will post both the Assistant Principal and Dean of Students positions; however, only one position will be filled, based on the selected candidate's qualifications and the needs of the District. For the Dean of Students position, preference will be given to candidates currently enrolled in an Educational Leadership program.

The first review of applications will take place on October 23, 2026. The positions will remain posted until filled.