This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more
information, please see:
https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12614526 Department
Lab School Middle School
About the Department
The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools provides one of the
world\'s most outstanding pre-collegiate educational experiences.
Because Lab is part of the University of Chicago, the importance of
intellectual life-of thought and exploration-infuses all aspects of our
curriculum, and students in every grade benefit from outstanding
UChicago academicians and access to unmatched resources. John Dewey-one
of the great minds in education-established the Schools in 1896 as a
place to explore and implement his theories on childhood education.
Today\'s students still benefit from his vision, and today\'s Lab
faculty are recognized as experienced leaders in their field. The
Laboratory Schools seek the finest employees-people who wish to inspire
a love of learning in our students and join a vibrant learning
community. We employ people with a wide range of skills and training, in
many different disciplines. At Lab, we value learning experientially,
exhibiting kindness, and honoring diversity. We seek employees who share
a similar commitment to these values. Lab people are engaged and excited
by our mission of igniting and nurturing an enduring spirit of
scholarship, curiosity, creativity, and confidence in the youngest
members of the University of Chicago\'s academic community.
Job Summary
The Dean of Students will support the Middle School Principal and
Assistant Principal in providing for the smooth functioning of all
programs in the Middle School, helping to assure the academic and social
progress of the students, maintaining good community relations with
students and advising the Middle School Principal on matters concerning
the Middle School. The Middle School Dean of Students reports directly
to the Principal of the Middle School and can represent the principal as
requested
The Middle School Dean of Students is responsible for ensuring smooth
relationships with the Lab Schools community-students, parents, faculty,
staff, and the University, participating in the admission process, and
promoting a philosophy of restorative justice within the Middle School.
The Dean of Students will meet regularly with the Middle School faculty,
with the Principal and Assistant Principal, academic and administrative
leadership, and the Parents\' Association.
Responsibilities
Lead the disciplinary process; dealing with the violation of school
rules in a consistent and timely fashion, to ensure proper and fair
discipline in the Middle School.
Leads out in coordinating safety drills and collaborates with the
Director of Safety and Security on various safety related issues.
Maintain congruence between the School\'s mission, core values, and core
beliefs and all activities of the Middle School.
Foster positive connections between students, faculty and parents.
Be an active presence throughout the school day particularly during
less-structured times.
Establish a working relationship with the Lower School (3-5) and High
School (9-12) to support consistency across divisions, to establish
consistent parent communication, shared language and collaborate on
disciplinary policy and practices.
Serve as the point person for the student referral system, working with
the Department of Learning and Counseling to identify at-risk students
and to implement appropriate interventions.
Monitor the effective use of the Powerschool attendance system by all
faculty. Supervise the implementation of effective attendance policies
and procedures.
Build and support school spirit.
Directly supervise a supporting Project Assistant.
Coordinate student support for long-term absences and leaves.
Work with the Title IX director for issues involving harassment and
bullying.
Lead and coordinate assemblies, in person and virtually.
Work with student council on student events and programming.
Coordinate bulletin boards and approve school postings.
Support the school\'s 1-1 computer program.
Conduct an annual revision of the student handbook.
Oversee and approve all student fundraising proposals.
Help facilitate and organize 8th-grade graduation.
Work with the Principal and Assistant Principal to develop and
coordinate special activities that empower student leadership and
develop a sense of community responsibility.
Work with the Principal and Assistant Principal to educate the faculty
on the shared nature of responsibilities, including discipline,
attendance, mandated training and supervision.
Aid in the development of an orientation program and continued support
for new students.
Work with student clubs to support the Laboratory Schools mission
initiatives.
Participate in the admissions, enrollment, and registration process.
Participate in the hiring of faculty and staff.
Aid in the development of an orientation program for new faculty and
