Lakeville Area Schools is seeking a middle school Dean of Students.
Dean of Students
Full-time, 210 day position
McGuire Middle School
Start Date: July 1, 2025
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Middle School Dean of Students provides assistance to the building Principal in the administration of the total school program and is the primary administrator and coordinator of all day to day student management and attendance matters, as well as all grade level concerns. Specific duties vary among buildings depending on individual needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The essential functions of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties: 1, Assist the principal with the implementation of school district policies.
2. Has direct responsibilities for their students for: registration; attendance; group consultation program as needed ; discipline; guidance and counseling services; Student Assistance Team
3. Assist students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities through the interpretation of individual standardized test scores and other pertinent data.
4. Aid students in course and subject selection and registration.
5. Maintain student records and protect their confidentiality.
6. Take an active role in interpreting the school’s objectives to students, parents, and the community at large.
7. Work with teachers and other staff members to familiarize them with the general range of services offered by the administration with respect to improving the educational prospects of individual students being counseled.
8. Remain readily available to students so as to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding and maturity.
9. Coordinate and supervise all assessment for the building.
10. Coordinate and supervise substitute teachers.
11. Work with the Student Information Director to enhance or correct student information systems.
12. Supervise and coordinate grade reporting and Middle School honor roll.
13. Supervise and coordinate bus transportation.
14. Supervise and coordinate Health Office Assistant and Attendance Clerk.
15. Act as liaison with Lakeville Police Department.
16. Supervise and coordinate student locker assignments and maintenance of lockers.
17. Coordinate student activities and assembly programs.
18. Coordinate, supervise, and monitor building fire and disaster drills.
19. Chair/coordinate Student Assistance Team including Special Education, 504 Services and Mental Health Services.
20. Coordinate lunchroom supervision and maintain open lines of communications with lunchroom supervisors.
21. Coordinate 5th grade orientation and transition to middle school, and assist with 8th grade transition to high school.
22. Coordinate Master Schedule.
23. Conduct teacher and LEAF observations and provide direction as needed.
24. Attend meetings and conferences as directed by the principal.
25. Assist the administrative team in the supervision of co-curricular activities.
26. Attend local/state conventions and workshops as assigned by the principal.
27. Represent the principal at school, professional and public meetings in the principal’s absence.
28. Assist with the staffing of the middle school.
29. Responsible for building security for property and persons.
30. Perform other responsibilities/duties as assigned by the building principal.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION: - Apply by 5:00 pm on April 3, 2025 at Lakeville Area Schools employment website.
- Please upload a cover letter, resume, and three professional references within the online application system. Paper or e-mail copies of these materials will not be accepted.
- All applications will be reviewed. Only those applicants invited to interview will be contacted.
WHAT YOU WILL LIKE ABOUT LAKEVILLE AREA SCHOOLS: - Competitive compensation package per Lakeville Association of School Administrators (LASA) Contract - Principals & Deans
- Comprehensive and affordable benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Lakeville Area Schools (ISD 194) is an award-winning public school district located in the south metropolitan area of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The district serves more than 12,000 students in Lakeville, as well as parts of Burnsville, Elko New Market, Eureka, Credit River, and New Market townships.
The district currently has nine elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, an alternative learning center, an online K-12 school, early childhood programming, and lifelong learning opportunities through Lakeville Area Community Education.
Our vision is to inspire a passion for learning in every student with our mission to strive to ensure success for every student personally, socially, academically and civically. We are committed to establishing a school community that values diversity, equity, and inclusivity for all students, staff and families where every person feels welcomed, valued, and respected.
As an employee of Lakeville Area Schools, you will have access to high-quality and affordable health insurance plans, along with a range of additional benefits designed to support the well-being of you and your family!
Your benefits may include:
- Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
- 12 paid holidays each year.
- Employees are eligible for benefits on day one of employment.
- All employees working a 0.75 FTE or 30 hours per week or more are offered full-time benefits including low-cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and legal insurance plans.
- Teachers are offered health & dental benefits at a 0.5 FTE or more.
- All staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week are offered part-time voluntary benefits including low-cost vision and legal insurance.
- Health benefits include:
- Added networks that give employees access to many medical services at ZERO COST.
- Free virtual healthcare services that offer access to doctors and licensed therapists 24/7.
- Free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs.
- Provider choice with the largest PPO network available.
- Wellness rewards program.
- Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children
- 403(b) retirement investment account offerings to help you save for the future with employer matching offered under many collective bargaining agreements.
- Pension plan that provides income when you retire (For more information, visit PERA for non-instructional positions and TRA for instructional/licensed positions).
- Staff over 30 hours per week offered employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death. (offered to teachers at .5 FTE or more)
- Staff over 30 hours per week offered Long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury. (offered to teachers at .5 FTE or more)
- Tax-free flex spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care.
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:
- Everyday life can be stressful and can affect your health, well-being, and performance. Under our EAP employees and their families can receive no-cost, confidential information help for a wide variety of needs and concerns: anxiety, childcare, eldercare family conflict, parenting concerns, alcohol or drug addictions, stress management, and more.
- Virtual Fitness Services: easily accessible, effective and affordable way to reach your fitness goals anytime, anywhere for better health and well-being.
Support to help you reach your career goals:
- Training, classes, and professional development.
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov.
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, funding availability, and collective bargaining agreement with Lakeville Area Schools. Employment information can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document located on our website.
FULL BENEFIT GUIDEBOOK
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS:
There are several collective bargaining agreements at Lakeville Area Schools. Check them out on our website under "Collective Bargaining Agreements"
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities and supports workforce diversity
Internal and External applicants apply online https://phl.applitrack.com/isd194/onlineapp/