Dean - 1.0 FTE (Temporary) - Alliance HS

Posting Timeline

PPS strongly encourages and recommends everyone who is able, to be vaccinated and remain current on the COVID-19 vaccine.

This job is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received. Portland Public Schools reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any point during the posting period.

Current PPS probationary and contract professional educators are no longer eligible to fill vacancies which occur afterJuly 31st.

This is a temporary position for the 24-25 school year.

Position Details

Position Details

Portland Public Schools (PPS) is seeking talented people from diverse backgrounds and experiences to lead change and inspire PPS students. At PPS, every employee, despite having different roles, is an educator. We hope to attracttalented educators who model the core PPS Educator Essentials .With the District's focus on eliminating systemic racism and its adverse impact on student learning, we seek to hire individuals who bring to our district a deep commitment to racial equity and social justice.

The District is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all its educational and employment activities. The District prohibits discrimination based on perceived or actual race; national or ethnic origin; color; sex; religion; age; sexual orientation; genderexpression or identity; pregnancy; marital status; veteran's status; familial status; economic status or source of income; mental or physical disability or perceived disability; or military service.

• 504 Coordinator: Marquita Guzman,
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• ADA Coordinator: Jey Buno,
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• Title IX Program Manager: Liane O'Banion,
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Accessibility Statement

Conflict/Complaint Resolution Process

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Dean of Students is directly responsible to the Principal/Vice Principal. While it is understood that perhaps 90% of the Dean's time will be focused upon student discipline, the nature of the work will require that he/she works closely with school directors, counselors and others.This rolefacilitates the implementation and maintenance of the School Climate and Discipline Plan through a racial equity lens using positive behavioral intervention and supports (PBIS) systems and restorative justice practices. In addition the Dean-School Climatewill also lead and facilitate the School Climate Plan and Team monitoring school discipline data, identifying interventions, and assisting teachers with tier I, II and III evidenced-based behavioral strategies. This positionserves to improve and support curriculum and instruction by providing professional development and school staff support. The Dean-School Climatewill work closely with the school Principal/Vice Principal(s), counselors, and teachers, and others in the building.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist the Vice Principal in handling problems relating to student discipline, handling daily emergencies, investigating disturbances, handling referrals made by school directors and counselors, checking on activities in remote parts of the building, monitoring the attendance system, handling trespassers.

Assist the Vice Principal in maintaining campus and building security.

Provides special assistance, upon request, to the Vice Principal in charge of student services.

Cooperate and coordinate with the school fire marshal in planning and carrying out monthly fire drills. This duty also entails the organization and supervision of a student fire squad.

Assist the security personnel in directing student activities and monitoring behavior.

Student supervision, guidance, development and safety.

Follow Portland Public School policies, rules, regulations and performance standards set by the District as well as performance goals established for the individual teacher.

Leads and facilitates the development, implemenation and maintenance of the school's culturally responsive school climate and discipline plan.

Facilitates all activities of the School Climate Team; including regular meetings, monitoring and analyzing school wide disaggregated data.

Perform all related duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICAITONS:

Strong student management skills.

Experience in school climate.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

Incumbents must be properly licensed by the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission for assignment as a Professional Educator - Teacher. For positions identified within core academic areas, incumbents must be designated as highly qualified by the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC) to teach the designated core subjects. Core academic areas include Language Arts (English), Reading, Mathematics, Sciences, Foreign Language (except Chinese-Mandarin), Social Studies and Art.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bilingual/Bi-Cultural Chinese, Russian, Somali, Spanish, and Vietnamese applicants are highly desirable.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Knowledge of:
1.Academic achievement standards that align to district goals and create a comprehensive, rigorous and coherent curricular program.
2.Research-based instructional strategies and models for improving instructional practices.
3.Existing and emerging education and instructional technologies and software.

Ability to:
- Advocate, model and implement Portland Public School's Educational Racial Equity policy.
- Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse backgrounds.
- Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
- Manage student behavior and maintain discipline in accordance with school, district and state policies, procedures and laws.
- Assign and grade class work, homework, projects, tests and assignments.
- Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
- Prepare classroom for class activities.
- Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
- Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
- Provide appropriate feedback on work.
- Encourage parent and community involvement.
- Provide student information to authorized individuals in a timely manner.
- Participate in appropriate professional growth and extracurricular activities.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.
- Utilize relevant technologies to support and differentiate instruction.
- Welcome and empower students and families, including underrepresented families of color and those whose first language may not be English, as essential partners in student education.
- Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
- Update records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations.
- Prepare required reports on students and activities.
- Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings.
- Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and caregivers regarding student progress and student needs.
- Observe and evaluate student's performance and development.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Persons with certain disabilities may be capable of performing the essential duties of this class with or without reasonable accommodation, depending on the nature of the disability.

Work Environment: Work is performed primarily in an elementary, middle, K-8, Alternative and/or High School campus environment with extensive student, parent and public contact and frequent interruptions. Work hours may include on- and off-campus evening and weekend activities, meetings and district, school and student functions.

Physical Demands: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a school classroom, playground and campus setting; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other classroom, library and business equipment; sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time; kneeling, bending at the waist; lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying school equipment, supplies and materials weighing up to 25 pounds; repetitive hand movement and fine coordination to use a computer keyboard; emotional stability to work effectively under pressure and to keep all aspects of the job under control; hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone; seeing to read, prepare and assure the accuracy of documents.

SALARY RANGE: $55,539 - $108,071(Annual salary based on 1.0 FTE)

LICENSURE:Requires an Active TSPC Teaching License

FTE: 1.0

Benefits Information

Portland Public Schools (PPS) offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees.Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and disability insurance, employee assistance program, 403(b) retirement savings plan and various leave and professional development programs. Depending on the insurance option selected by the employee, there may be an employee contribution toward insurance.

Portland Public Schools is a public employer and participates in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP). Eligible employees are required by statute to contribute 6% of salary on a pre-tax basis to OPSRP/IAP, after serving six months under a PERS employer.

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