Dean of Students

About Bard Early Colleges

Bard High School Early College Bronx (BHSEC Bronx) seeks a full-time Dean of Students to support the academic, social, and developmental success of students within our early college setting. The Dean of Students works closely with the Principal, Assistant Principals, and school leadership team to ensure a safe, orderly, and intellectually engaging school environment aligned with Bard’s liberal arts mission and New York City Department of Education policies. The Dean is also expected to teach one course each semester, maintaining a direct instructional connection to students.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the Principal and administrative team to support a cohesive school culture grounded in high expectations, restorative practices, and student accountability
• Oversee the implementation and monitoring of school-wide attendance systems and interventions, ensuring compliance with NYC DOE attendance regulations
• Supervise and coordinate the work of the Guidance Department and College Transfer Office to support students’ academic progress, college readiness, and postsecondary planning
• Oversee the Learning Commons and other student support services, ensuring alignment with instructional and student needs
• Oversee student activities, clubs, and athletics, supporting student leadership and engagement
• Monitor, investigate, and resolve student conduct matters in accordance with the NYC DOE Chancellor’s Regulations, the BHSEC student handbook, and school-based policies
• Ensure consistent enforcement of the school’s cell phone policy and other behavioral expectations, communicating clearly with students, families, and staff
• Support restorative approaches to discipline while ensuring student safety, due process, and documentation requirements
• Communicate effectively with students, families, faculty, staff, and external partners regarding student conduct, attendance, and support plans

Job Type: Full-time

Compensation: Based on experience

Qualifications
The Dean of Students’ professional and academic experience should reflect engagement with both secondary and postsecondary education, consistent with the early college mission of BHSEC Bronx. Candidates should be eager to work in an innovative, academically rigorous, and student-centered environment and demonstrate a strong commitment to liberal arts education.

Required and Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in an early college or similarly innovative secondary-postsecondary model (preferred)
• Demonstrated commitment to working with urban students (required); experience in urban school settings (preferred)
• Master’s degree or Doctorate in a liberal arts or sciences discipline aligned with the Bard curriculum
• Evidence of continued scholarly or professional engagement in one’s field
• Prior teaching experience at the high school and/or college level (required)
• Prior administrative experience in an educational setting, preferably in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of NYC DOE Chancellor’s Regulations and student discipline procedures (preferred)
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders thoughtfully and effectively

Application Instructions
Please apply directly with Bard College / Bard Early Colleges found through the Interfolio job application link provided here:
Use the Interfolio link provided to upload the following documents directly with Bard College:

• Letter of interest
• C.V. / resume
• Contact information for three references

Bard High School Early College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity. Women and members of under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

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