Dean of Students

Job overview

The Dean of Students role is onsite in Chicago, IL, with a starting salary of $79,987, commensurate with experience. Distinctive Schools builds diverse, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. Working with the Principal and school leadership, the dean supports a safe, positive learning environment and student achievement. The role leads school culture and discipline responses, supports teachers with classroom management, and coordinates attendance, safety, and student behavior processes.

What you'll do

• Maintain a positive climate and learning atmosphere
• train staff on classroom management, relationships, crisis response, and school culture
• implement and coach the school’s Student Code of Conduct model
• resolve conduct incidents
• supervise and develop the School Culture Team
• engage stakeholders in programs supporting academic and social-emotional development
• monitor attendance and related records
• prepare discipline reports
• enforce handbook policies
• develop and monitor safety and behavior plans
• oversee the school security officer
• collaborate with teachers, families, leadership, and student services staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dean of students

chicago il

distinctive schools

full-time

school leadership

student culture

student support

classroom management

attendance

student safety

starting $79,987/year

weekend work

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 25+ paid holidays
• 12 weeks paid family leave
• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 403(b) match
• professional development and tuition reimbursement
• gym and wellness discounts.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree in human services, mental health, school counseling, or social work; K–12 education experience; 1 year in an urban setting; and 3–5 years of experience. Start date is November 2026.

About the employer

Distinctive Schools is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.