Supporting the academic success and increasing student engagement is the core of this role for the Dean of Students at Michigan International Prep School (MIPS). The person in this role manages student engagement with academics and staff, executes K-12 Truancy Procedures, and proactively identifies students at risk of violating academic and engagement policies. This position serves as proactive and reactive engagement and academic support, reporting to the Secondary Principal.
Responsibilities
Oversee, manage, and apply K-12 Truancy Triggers and Policy
Manage and oversee K-12 Tier 4 (Truant) students in the ASE process
Support teachers in verification, recording, and application of Academic Integrity Policy
Meet with parents of habitual violators of the Academic Integrity Policy
Support the ASE Director in Tier 3 meetings
Proactively monitor the Top 100, connecting with students or parents of students each week, identifying specific strategies to help students get off the Top 100, and connecting students with appropriate student supports
Create a welcoming environment, fostering personalized learning, respect, and communication among students, teachers, caretakers, coaches, school administration and themselves
Display understanding of student differences and apply this knowledge to coordinate the necessary support among the staff
Work within the escalation matrix established by the SBW Team
Coordinate meetings between teachers, caretakers and school administration, as needed, to discuss students who are in escalation, set goals and establish a timeline for improvement
Help students to build soft skills including communication, time management, goal setting, good habits, and self-reflection
Keep detailed records and notes of communication with students and families
Help students find their “Pathway” and electives that help them develop towards their future plan
Build rapport with students’ parents to help them be part of the “Village” for the student
Attend all required meetings including Professional Development and staff meetings
Carry out other duties and obligations that are determined to facilitate the school’s mission, goals, standards, and Education Program
Honor written Board Policies and Administrative Regulations
Be able to stand for a minimum of 30 minutes at a time
Be able to lift 25lbs
Be able to sit in chair for long intervals
Perform all other roles and responsibilities commensurate with the job
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree or higher (meeting Highly Qualified Status)
Experience with online school platforms
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Familiarity with state and local truancy policy
Background in education as a teacher, mentor, or administrator
Ability to handle multiple tasks at once in an effective manner
Works well with a team
Effective in managing multiple students of varying ages and academic abilities
Very strong customer service skills and strong communicator
Maintain a positive “can do” attitude
Face challenges with students and have a mindset that every student is different and their education should be personalized to them
Pleasant personality and positive attitude toward working with administration, staff, and parents
Build a village around the students and families
Be a self-starter and an independent thinker
Technological skills, computer knowledge and ability to rapidly adapt to new technology (Chrome, Google, and etc)
Nice to have:
Experience with substitute teaching and/or tutoring
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Application Process
Submit a completed application
Submit a cover letter
Submit a resume
About the Company
Reimagine Education, LLC is a privately-owned management company for Michigan International Prep School, a publicly funded Cyber Charter School. At Michigan International Prep School, the philosophy is to create a unique learning pathway for every learner, built around their talents, interests, location, and schedule, prioritizing students first.
