Upper School Assistant Dean of Students

Dana Hall School seeks candidates for the position of Upper School Assistant Dean of Students.  The individual in this position will be accountable for:

• Supporting holistic student development and implementing educational and restorative interventions to support student growth
• Providing primary oversight for minor student conduct and attendance interventions
• Working in collaboration with the Upper School Dean of Students to address major disciplinary infractions and student conduct as needed
• Working in collaboration with the Upper School Dean of Students to support student groups, leadership, and school traditions
• Serving as a Class Dean by providing leadership and coaching for one grade level, facilitating Forum classes, and coordinating school traditions for that grade
• Overseeing clubs and student organizations
• Planning weekend activities and coordinating the weekend duty schedule for faculty/staff
• Fulfilling one of the following (dependent on candidate qualifications and school need): teaching one academic class, coaching two athletic seasons, serving as a Residential House Director, or the equivalent.

Successful candidates will be energetic, strategic, engaging, compassionate, and collaborative. They will also possess excellent social, written and oral communication skills; an ability to multi-task and consistently meet deadlines; the flexibility to manage multiple, and often, competing priorities; impeccable organizational skills with a keen attention to detail; excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to genuinely connect with students ages 14-18, their families, and faculty; experience working with families of various socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; the ability to maintain and respect confidentiality; and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Candidates must have a college degree and prior experience working with adolescents.  Individuals should have proficiency with a variety of computing systems, including Apple platforms and Google Apps.

This is a ten-month, full-time position reporting to the Upper School Dean of Students starting in August 2027.  Periodic evening and weekend hours are to be expected.  Salary range is $67,500 to $73,500.

Dana Hall seeks candidates who have demonstrated experience and commitment to community building, nurturing a culture of belonging, equitable and inclusive practices, and collaborative solutions to complex challenges.