Dean of Students & Community Liaison

Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators

St. Joseph, MI

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50,000–$60,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Administrative Certification, Communication Skills, Community Support, Construction Safety, Documentation, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Procedure Development, Risk, Safety Process, School Attendance, Secondary School, State Laws and Regulations, Student Conduct, Time Management, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
St. Joseph, MI
POSTED
22 days ago

Dean of Students & Community Liaison

Deadline: June 30, 2026

District/Organization: Colon Jr/Sr High School

Position/Type: Other, full time

Salary: $50,000-$60,000

Position Details

Position Title: Jr/Sr High School Dean of Students & Community Liaison

Location: Colon Jr/Sr High School

Reports To: Principal

Position Type: Full-Time

Posting Date: April 5, 2026

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Start Date: August 18, 2026

Position Overview

The Dean of Students & Community Liaison is responsible for supporting student behavior, attendance, and overall school climate at the Jr./Sr. High School. This role combines leadership in student discipline with proactive engagement of families to support student success.

This position requires strong leadership, visibility, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with students, staff, families, and community partners. The ideal candidate is highly organized, able to effectively multitask in a fast-paced environment, and committed to maintaining a positive and respectful school culture.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Valid Michigan teaching certificate or administrative certification preferred
  • Experience in student discipline, attendance/truancy processes, or school leadership preferred
  • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to build relationships and effectively engage families and community partners
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilities and maintain confidentiality

Key Responsibilities

  • Promote a positive school climate through proactive behavior supports
  • Support and manage student discipline in alignment with district policies and procedures
  • Assist with student supervision during the school day (hallways, lunch, arrival/dismissal, etc.)
  • Serve as a liaison between the school, families, and community to support student success
  • Monitor and manage student attendance, including truancy tracking and reporting requirements
  • Work directly with students and families to address attendance concerns and remove barriers to regular attendance
  • Collaborate with administration, staff, and outside agencies to support at-risk students
  • Participate in intervention and support processes (MTSS/behavior supports)
  • Maintain accurate documentation related to student discipline, attendance, and interventions
  • Support building safety procedures and protocols

Benefits

The district offers a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical, dental, and vision insurance, and participation in the State of Michigan retirement system (MPSERS), consistent with applicable laws and district policy.

About Colon Community Schools

Colon Community Schools is a close-knit district where staff are supported, students are known, and relationships matter. We are committed to providing the resources and environment needed for both students and staff to succeed.

Application Procedure

Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and current resume via email to:

Olivia Spidle, Director of Operations

ospidle@colonschools.org

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colon Community Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), age, disability, religion, height, weight, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic in its educational programs, services, activities, or employment practices, in accordance with federal and state law.

E-mail: ospidle@colonschools.org

Website: Link

Attachments: Notice-of-Vacancy_-Jr_Sr-High-Dean-of-Students-2.pdf

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