Dean of Students

Connections Academy

Dean of Students at Great River Connections Academy overseeing various educational functions and supporting school administration remotely. Collaborating with staff to enhance student performance and engagement.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and management capabilities in a school environment, with a focus on improving student performance and engagement. Proficient in overseeing staff development, managing budgets, and implementing operational protocols while ensuring effective communication and collaboration among all stakeholders.

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Ohio Teacher CertificationMaster’s DegreeAdministrative ExperienceExcellent Communication SkillsTechnological Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Staff ManagementBudget ManagementData TrackingTruancy InterventionProject Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationMotivationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Ohio Teacher CertificationCounselor Certification

Industry Keywords

Student EngagementSchool AdministrationProfessional DevelopmentEnrollment ManagementState-Mandated Protocols

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Working remotely, or in our local office, the Dean of Students will work collaboratively with the leadership team
Work closely with Enrollment, Technical Support, Materials Management, Fulfillment, attendance and truancy efforts, as well as professional learning services.
Manage a range of special projects and duties, including all state-mandated protocols for schools in the state
Collaborate with and support admin team
Facilitate communication between teachers, Learning Coaches, and students
Track and support staff work with school data sets and plan for staff training
Support the leadership team and collaborate on improving student performance, engagement, and schoolwide protocols
Manage the implementation of the proven Connections Academy operational protocols
Oversee certain staff professional development services
Support school administration in managing the school’s budget and various grants
Supervise and motivate staff in pursuit of school goals
Support student accounting functions including attendance maintenance
Support truancy intervention efforts (AIPs), including communication with families, tracking interventions, finalizing truancy lists, and supporting Intent to Return (ITR) processes
Act as the technology liaison for teachers and administrative staff
Support onboarding and transition processes for new families to ensure successful integration into the school community
Support the Marketing Department with student outreach, marketing, and public relations
Support virtual student engagement activities and events, including spirit weeks, guest speakers, assemblies, and other school culture initiatives
Stay current on the state’s policies, procedures, and legislation
All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience
Master’s degree is preferred
Ohio teacher or counselor certification
Administrative or management experience within a school environment
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
Technologically proficient (especially with Microsoft Office products)
Experience in managing people a plus
Ability to travel as-needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at https://www.connectionsacademy.com/careers/benefits