Dean of Students, Grades 6-10

WHY WORK AT AVENUES?

There is no place quite like Avenues. We are a top-tier school in New York City. Our faculty and staff bring widely diverse experiences, but we are all committed to creating a unique educational experience together. We foster a culture of creativity, entrepreneurship, and deep collaboration. We teach and learn through challenging interdisciplinary projects and we offer unparalleled possibilities for professional learning prospects. As part of the Nord Anglia Education network, we're proud to stand alongside Avenues São Paulo, shaping the future of education together.

THE OPPORTUNITY

A Dean is a leader (also mentor, cheerleader, confidant, and occasional tough-love-giver) who supports students' wellbeing and partners across Avenues and with their families to support each student to thrive. A dean works with an entire grade level of students and moves with those students from grades 6 through 8 or grades 9 and 10. This allows deans to build powerful, lasting relationships with students and nurture their development and wellbeing. Deans and teachers work together closely to make the secondary experience a rewarding one for each student.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Nurture students' growth and development

• Advise and guide a total of 100-130 students and their families in grades 6-10 each year. Your students will feel known and well supported; their families will rave about you.
• Teach, and help develop, a socio-emotional learning curriculum
• Develop strong, ongoing relationships with parents and students
• Monitor and guide students' academic progress and social and emotional well-being
• Uphold high standards of personal conduct by students
• Be the primary point of contact for students and families in times of need

• Master's degree in Education, Counseling, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in education, preferably in a secondary school setting
• Proven track record of building strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills