DEAN of STUDENTS and FORMATION

DEAN of STUDENTS and FORMATION

Job Description: Dean of Students and Formation (DSF)

Position Overview:
The Dean of Students and Formation (DSF) is a key leadership position that supports the Headmaster by managing day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth school functioning, and fostering a vibrant Catholic Classical school community. The DSF oversees operational systems, student behavior, and campus culture, allowing the Headmaster to focus on strategic leadership and institutional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Management

• Assist Headmaster in overseeing daily school operations, including schedules, facilities, and resource management.
• Coordinate with the Headmaster to ensure all operational goals align with the school’s mission and strategic plan.

Academics and Curriculum

• Ensure curriculum development in classical pedagogy.
• Assist Headmaster in building and implementing high school curriculum.
• Oversee students’ academic progress in conjunction with teachers.

Behavioral Policies and Student Formation

• Enforce behavioral policies rooted in Catholic values and Classical education principles.
• Oversee student discipline, fostering a restorative approach to behavioral issues.

Community Building

• Cultivate a strong, mission-driven campus culture by organizing spiritual, academic, and extracurricular programs.
• Collaborate with faculty to enhance student formation through retreats, service opportunities, and faith-based initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church, committed to the mission of Catholic education.
• Bachelor’s degree in education, theology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in school administration or teaching, preferably within a Catholic or Classical school setting.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities while fostering a positive school culture.

Key Attributes:

• Servant Leadership: Committed to supporting the mission of the school and serving the needs of its community.
• Pastoral Presence: Demonstrates empathy, approachability, and a commitment to holistic student development.
• Problem Solver: Capable of addressing challenges with creativity, diplomacy, and decisiveness.
• Mission-Driven: Passionate about Catholic Classical education and its role in forming the whole person.

This position is ideal for a collaborative leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is dedicated to advancing the mission of Catholic education while supporting the operational and cultural excellence of the school.

Those interested in this position should send Cover Letter, CV, and Pedagogical Philosophy to the Headmaster at headofschool@dmamt.org.