KIPP Charlotte
[2025 - 2026] Dean of Students (grades 9 - 12)
KIPP Charlotte, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Description
Organizational Overview
Every School. Every Student. Every Day.
KIPP North Carolina is a network of eight tuition‑free, college‑preparatory public charter schools educating approximately 3,000 students in grades K‑12 in Durham, Halifax, Northampton, and Mecklenburg counties. At KIPP NC, we are committed to improving the life outcomes of North Carolina’s children through the delivery of culturally relevant curricula that are grounded in research, and clearing the paths that our students choose to follow by ensuring that they have the roadmaps and guideposts they need to arrive at success – however they define it.
At KIPP, we see the gifts in everyone who walks through the doors of our schools. Especially our teachers. Their skill, energy, love, determinations. On the good days and on the hard days. So we support our teachers to make the most of those gifts. It starts with respect – for our teachers’ innate talent and desire to learn, for their professional growth and the lives they lead beyond our walls. We offer pay and benefits that reflect our appreciation for the invaluable role our teachers play in lighting paths to opportunity for our students. And as our teachers progress through the day, the year and their careers, we ensure they always feel the KIPP Team and Family at their backs, with opportunities to lead, and support to grow.
Together, our students, schools, families and communities share an ambitious mission to create a future without limits. And the only way to realize it is with talented teachers like you. Shape the future, for your students and yourself, by joining KIPP today.
Responsibilities The Dean of Students sits on the School Leadership Team and reports to the Principal. They are instrumental in ensuring and maintaining a safe and nurturing environment for students and staff. The Dean of Students arrives well before teachers and students at the school and is daily in the building from 7 am – 5 pm working some nights and weekends during the school year. The following are the responsibilities of the Dean of Students, but other duties may be assigned as the Principal sees fit:
Maintains a safe and orderly environment.
Monitors attendance/discipline for an assigned segment of the student population and follows up in cases of unexcused or excessive absence.
In collaboration with the Principal and School Leadership Team, creates a vision and plan for the school to maintain a safe environment for students and executes on that vision and plan throughout the school year.
Assists with the development of and implements the discipline plan for the school, including implementation of the district Safe School Plan as it pertains to school strategies and procedures.
Supervises the activities of the campus security associate, responsible for coordinating school security (scheduling for CSA) and Safe School Audits, and the ISS program as it relates to achievement of the discipline plan.
Assists with the supervision and monitoring of student activities such as lunch, class changes, assemblies, concerts, dances and sporting events. This may include evening activities such as curriculum nights, back‑to‑school nights, conferences, or other activities that take place on the school campus.
Develops and coordinates behavior management programs; assists school administrators in the areas of behavior management, discipline and classroom management.
Observes and documents behavior of individual students; maintains accurate logs of student progress.
Consults with teachers and parents of students about specific behaviors of students; participates in parent conferences as necessary.
Provides for student and parent due process in accordance with provisions of federal, state and school system rules and regulations; ensures confidentiality of all student records.
Works cooperatively with social services and community agencies in accessing resources for students and their parents.
Additional Information
Work Hours 7:30 am – 5 pm Monday – Friday
12‑month role (does work through the summer)
Must be able to lift 50+ lbs
Must be able to be on feet 8+ hours per day
May work some nights and weekends for school events and functions
Compensation Salary Range: $47k – $100k
and is based on Years of Relevant Experience (YORE), educational attainment, and active NC licensure status.
We currently offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including:
Healthcare (medical, vision, and dental) at no cost to individuals and deep discounts for dependents
Enrollment in a 403(b) with employer match
On‑going professional development opportunities:
Support programs for new teachers
Coaches and weekly coaching meetings for all teachers
Regular content and grade‑level specific PDs
5 days Personal Paid Time Off, 6 days of sick leave
Teacher work days after long breaks
Time off for all major national holidays
Requirements Required Qualifications
A deep commitment to the mission of KIPP NC and an unwavering belief in the potential of all our students
Possess a deep commitment to improving the lives of kids from marginalized communities
Bachelor’s degree
Active NC Teaching Licensure or willingness to pursue it
2+ years of teaching experience
Administrative experience in Education or Mental Health
Pass Criminal Background Check
Demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap
Zest, grit, professionalism, and a sense of humor
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in education or human services, emphasizing K‑12 social development, teacher or support services licensure desirable
3+ years of full‑time teaching experience in a high school serving underrepresented students
Fluency in Spanish
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At KIPP, we see the gifts in everyone who walks through the doors of our schools. Especially our teachers. Their skill, energy, love, determinations. On the good days and on the hard days. So we support our teachers to make the most of those gifts. It starts with respect – for our teachers’ innate talent and desire to learn, for their professional growth and the lives they lead beyond our walls. We offer pay and benefits that reflect our appreciation for the invaluable role our teachers play in lighting paths to opportunity for our students. And as our teachers progress through the day, the year and their careers, we ensure they always feel the KIPP Team and Family at their backs, with opportunities to lead, and support to grow.
Together, our students, schools, families and communities share an ambitious mission to create a future without limits. And the only way to realize it is with talented teachers like you. Shape the future, for your students and yourself, by joining KIPP today.
Responsibilities The Dean of Students sits on the School Leadership Team and reports to the Principal. They are instrumental in ensuring and maintaining a safe and nurturing environment for students and staff. The Dean of Students arrives well before teachers and students at the school and is daily in the building from 7 am – 5 pm working some nights and weekends during the school year. The following are the responsibilities of the Dean of Students, but other duties may be assigned as the Principal sees fit:
Maintains a safe and orderly environment.
Monitors attendance/discipline for an assigned segment of the student population and follows up in cases of unexcused or excessive absence.
In collaboration with the Principal and School Leadership Team, creates a vision and plan for the school to maintain a safe environment for students and executes on that vision and plan throughout the school year.
Assists with the development of and implements the discipline plan for the school, including implementation of the district Safe School Plan as it pertains to school strategies and procedures.
Supervises the activities of the campus security associate, responsible for coordinating school security (scheduling for CSA) and Safe School Audits, and the ISS program as it relates to achievement of the discipline plan.
Assists with the supervision and monitoring of student activities such as lunch, class changes, assemblies, concerts, dances and sporting events. This may include evening activities such as curriculum nights, back‑to‑school nights, conferences, or other activities that take place on the school campus.
Develops and coordinates behavior management programs; assists school administrators in the areas of behavior management, discipline and classroom management.
Observes and documents behavior of individual students; maintains accurate logs of student progress.
Consults with teachers and parents of students about specific behaviors of students; participates in parent conferences as necessary.
Provides for student and parent due process in accordance with provisions of federal, state and school system rules and regulations; ensures confidentiality of all student records.
Works cooperatively with social services and community agencies in accessing resources for students and their parents.
Additional Information
Work Hours 7:30 am – 5 pm Monday – Friday
12‑month role (does work through the summer)
Must be able to lift 50+ lbs
Must be able to be on feet 8+ hours per day
May work some nights and weekends for school events and functions
Compensation Salary Range: $47k – $100k
and is based on Years of Relevant Experience (YORE), educational attainment, and active NC licensure status.
We currently offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including:
Healthcare (medical, vision, and dental) at no cost to individuals and deep discounts for dependents
Enrollment in a 403(b) with employer match
On‑going professional development opportunities:
Support programs for new teachers
Coaches and weekly coaching meetings for all teachers
Regular content and grade‑level specific PDs
5 days Personal Paid Time Off, 6 days of sick leave
Teacher work days after long breaks
Time off for all major national holidays
Requirements Required Qualifications
A deep commitment to the mission of KIPP NC and an unwavering belief in the potential of all our students
Possess a deep commitment to improving the lives of kids from marginalized communities
Bachelor’s degree
Active NC Teaching Licensure or willingness to pursue it
2+ years of teaching experience
Administrative experience in Education or Mental Health
Pass Criminal Background Check
Demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap
Zest, grit, professionalism, and a sense of humor
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in education or human services, emphasizing K‑12 social development, teacher or support services licensure desirable
3+ years of full‑time teaching experience in a high school serving underrepresented students
Fluency in Spanish
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