Freedom Preparatory Academy

Dean of Students [High School]

ABOUT US

Freedom Prep Academy Charter Schools, a Memphis-based network, prepare all students in grades Pre-K through 12 to excel in college and in life. Freedom Preparatory Academy opened in August of 2009 with a class of 96 6th graders. We now serve over 2300 students in grades PreK-12. Our students have exceeded local and state averages in math and local averages in English language arts on the state exam.

We have three core beliefs that drive our mission: Every child deserves the right to a high-quality public education, a foundation in character development is essential, and direct exposure to an array of opportunities and experiences provides each child with the self-confidence and social knowledge to compete globally. We will accomplish our mission through a highly structured, academically rigorous environment where students will master the core subjects, develop advanced academic skills, and demonstrate the school’s core values of: Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Excellence, and Community.

Respect– Shows respect to all members of our school community through words and actions

Responsibility – Takes ownership of work flow and products, is proactive / solutions-oriented

Integrity – Is trustworthy and reliable and a person of their word. follows through every time

Community – Demonstrates a consistent and positive commitment to our school’s success

Excellence – Shows excellence in all work habits, sweats the details, continuously grows

POSITION OVERVIEW

The primary role of the Dean of Students is to support the Freedom Prep's students and families through effective and constant communication, dissemination of information, and fair enforcement of school policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Dean of Students is responsible for creating and implementing a strong high school student and family culture. The Dean of Students is also responsible for handling student needs, building and maintaining parent relationships, and developing the character of our students. The Dean of Students is an important member of the leadership team.

Below are some of the leadership characteristics the Dean of Students will be expected to exhibit.

• Embody the characteristics that the school values, especially perseverance, social responsibility, and professionalism
• Provide all relevant data, reports, and information to the leadership team
• Sustain and monitor a safe, orderly, disciplined culture of high academic and behavioral standards
• Provide all relevant documentation and reporting to the rest of the Leadership Team
• Communicate with families on a regular and consistent basis
• Assist in the development of structures and systems to assist in building consistency within the school
• Lead community meetings, school culture meetings, and other committees
• Provide specific professional development to the rest of the faculty when appropriate
• Develop school-wide incentive systems and programs to support student culture

In addition to the above expectations, the Dean of Students will also be expected to carry some specific leadership duties.

• Coordinate disciplinary systems including detention, in-school suspensions, and paychecks
• Evaluate behavior through detailed data analysis of student and teacher performance on a wide variety of metrics and present the data to school constituencies in an easily accessible format
• Provide the necessary support to faculty so that they can help administer the school’s policies
• Prepare and submit timely reports and evaluations to all funding sources and external agencies
• Organize and coordinate trips for each prospective grade level
• Oversee Detention

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's level degree preferred; Bachelor’s degree required
• Three to five years of urban teaching and educational leadership experience is preferred
• Teaching or administrative experience in urban areas with marked success, and quantifiable and objective student performance gains that surpass state averages
• Strong commitment to the mission and vision of the Freedom Prep
• Experienced in education, strategic planning, and communication techniques
• Experience with youth programs, successfully working with urban youth
• Motivational and energetic leader who is committed to excellence
• Unwavering in pursuit of excellence even in the face of difficult opposition and challenge
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of people
• Analytical problem-solver and solutions-oriented strategic thinker who has overcome difficult organizational challenges
• Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs
• Manage the ambiguity and multiple priorities inherent in an entrepreneurial environment
• Ability to give constructive feedback to facilitate student growth and academic achievement
• Openness to receive feedback on issues that will facilitate growth and achievement of both students and faculty
• Strong work ethic coupled with an enthusiastic and passionate approach to one’s work
• Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail; outstanding written and oral communication skills
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Suite, and others
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop productive working relationships with diverse individuals/groups and across lines of difference
• Demonstrated commitment to the educational mission, vision, and goals of Freedom Prep

REPORTS TO Head of School

PTO POLICY Support Based Administrative

HOW TO APPLY: We are excited to review your application! Please visit our Join Our Team page to learn more and apply directly at our Apply Now link on the same page. Upon creating your profile, please submit your resume, references, screening reflections, and related credentials. It should take less than 30 minutes to upload your application.