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Dean of Students

Job Title: Dean of Students
School: Lake Oconee Academy
Start Date: July 22, 2024

About LOA:
Lake Oconee Academy (LOA) is a high-achieving startup public charter school in Greene County, Georgia whose mission is to increase student achievement by building a culture of high expectations for all students. The Academy incorporates common sense and proven principles, such as a research-based curriculum, high expectations for students, both academically and behaviorally, an emphasis on outstanding school leadership and faculty, and parental involvement. The culture of the Academy is built on three fundamental principles, or cornerstones: Community, Citizenship, and Scholarship.

This high expectations mentioned in our mission are not for academics alone, and they are not for the students alone - leadership, faculty and staff are help to the highest of standards every day at Lake Oconee Academy. The culture of LOA is exemplified by academic is exemplified by academic rigor, appropriate social behavior, and professional growth.

Overview
LOA is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Dean of Students, who in keeping with our mission and culture, understands the importance of personal responsibility, honesty, grit and determination, and can enforce these values with tough love. Applicants should at a minimum:

• have a general understanding of the Science of Behavior Change.
• have a general understanding of data collection, analyses, and the use of data to inform discipline practices.
• have an ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students in ways that improve student behavior outcomes.
• have an ability to demonstrate loving care for students and their futures yet also a firm personality and belief in a high level of structure.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree Required, Master Degree Preferred
5 years of experience working in a diverse school environment Preferred.

Specific Responsibilities:
Support an environment where school culture is driven by focusing on positive student behavior; collaborate with division directors to design meaningful recognition for students who are meeting and exceeding expectations; Participate as a member of the Positive Behavior and Interventions and Supports (P.B.I.S) team at LOA.

Be highly present and visible during school hours relentlessly ensuring a positive school environment.

Work closely with students, parents, teachers and administration to apply disciplinary code and school policies. Administrator appropriate discipline to all students as outlined in the LOA Student and Family Handbook.

Communicate quickly with parents regarding disciplinary concerns, and create partnerships with families to support the personal growth of the student. Coordinate and conduct appropriate parent/teacher conferences related to discipline.

Keep accurate student discipline records including the documentation of all parent/guardian conferences, suspensions and phone call for behavior.

Support teachers in ensuring they set high expectations and manage their classes in accordance with LOA expectations.

Coordinate and supervise assistant deans, detention and in-school suspension.

Monitor, oversee and analyze student discipline data. Research, develop, and implement programs to improve discipline.

Proactively serve as a resource for teachers in their instructional practice as it relates to issues of discipline and classroom management.

Reports to:
Lake Oconee Academy Executive Director

Salary/Terms:
190 day contract
Salary based on certification and experience


Contact Information
Name: Terrie Moon
Email: terrie.moon@lakeoconeeacademy.org
Website: www.lakeoconeeacademy.org
Address: 1021 Titan Circle, Greensboro, GA 30642
Phone: 706-454-1562 Fax: 706-453-1773
Applications will be reviewed upon submission, and interviews will begin immediately. The position is opened until filled.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Dean of Students

Job Title: Dean of Students
School: Lake Oconee Academy
Start Date: July 22, 2024

About LOA:
Lake Oconee Academy (LOA) is a high-achieving startup public charter school in Greene County, Georgia whose mission is to increase student achievement by building a culture of high expectations for all students. The Academy incorporates common sense and proven principles, such as a research-based curriculum, high expectations for students, both academically and behaviorally, an emphasis on outstanding school leadership and faculty, and parental involvement. The culture of the Academy is built on three fundamental principles, or cornerstones: Community, Citizenship, and Scholarship.

This high expectations mentioned in our mission are not for academics alone, and they are not for the students alone - leadership, faculty and staff are help to the highest of standards every day at Lake Oconee Academy. The culture of LOA is exemplified by academic is exemplified by academic rigor, appropriate social behavior, and professional growth.

Overview
LOA is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Dean of Students, who in keeping with our mission and culture, understands the importance of personal responsibility, honesty, grit and determination, and can enforce these values with tough love. Applicants should at a minimum:

• have a general understanding of the Science of Behavior Change.
• have a general understanding of data collection, analyses, and the use of data to inform discipline practices.
• have an ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students in ways that improve student behavior outcomes.
• have an ability to demonstrate loving care for students and their futures yet also a firm personality and belief in a high level of structure.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree Required, Master Degree Preferred
5 years of experience working in a diverse school environment Preferred.

Specific Responsibilities:
Support an environment where school culture is driven by focusing on positive student behavior; collaborate with division directors to design meaningful recognition for students who are meeting and exceeding expectations; Participate as a member of the Positive Behavior and Interventions and Supports (P.B.I.S) team at LOA.

Be highly present and visible during school hours relentlessly ensuring a positive school environment.

Work closely with students, parents, teachers and administration to apply disciplinary code and school policies. Administrator appropriate discipline to all students as outlined in the LOA Student and Family Handbook.

Communicate quickly with parents regarding disciplinary concerns, and create partnerships with families to support the personal growth of the student. Coordinate and conduct appropriate parent/teacher conferences related to discipline.

Keep accurate student discipline records including the documentation of all parent/guardian conferences, suspensions and phone call for behavior.

Support teachers in ensuring they set high expectations and manage their classes in accordance with LOA expectations.

Coordinate and supervise assistant deans, detention and in-school suspension.

Monitor, oversee and analyze student discipline data. Research, develop, and implement programs to improve discipline.

Proactively serve as a resource for teachers in their instructional practice as it relates to issues of discipline and classroom management.

Reports to:
Lake Oconee Academy Executive Director

Salary/Terms:
190 day contract
Salary based on certification and experience


Contact Information
Name: Terrie Moon
Email: terrie.moon@lakeoconeeacademy.org
Website: www.lakeoconeeacademy.org
Address: 1021 Titan Circle, Greensboro, GA 30642
Phone: 706-454-1562 Fax: 706-453-1773
Applications will be reviewed upon submission, and interviews will begin immediately. The position is opened until filled.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER