Dean/Student Advisor - DSD #36690

POSITION:               Dean/Student Advisor
LOCATION:              Delaware School for the Deaf


QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must hold or be eligible for State of Delaware certification as Elementary Counselor, School Psychologist or Elementary Teacher
• Three years successful classroom experience preferred
• Fluency in American Sign Language preferred
• Experience supporting students with challenging behaviors preferred
• Must be able to stand and work continuously for a minimum of 4 hours per workday.
• Minimum lifting requirements- 50 pounds (with assistance).
• Must be able to use arms and hands without restrictions to accommodate the physical, mobility, and ambulatory needs of students

Salary:  Teacher salary schedule based on experience and degree. Salary Schedule can be found on the district's website:  https://www.christinak12.org/fs/resource-manager/view/1d70ec70-bf27-462e-bb66-d446637e907e

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:  Applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume, three current (dated within one year) letters of recommendation (one letter must be from current supervisor), and license/certification.  Previous submissions will not automatically flow to this posting.  In order to be considered for this position, you must apply specifically for the Job ID listed for this position. Previous submissions will not automatically flow to this posting.  In order to be considered for this position, you must apply specifically for the Job ID listed for this position.

Responsibilities:
 

• Work directly with students, staff and administration in the area of school discipline
• Provide resource services to faculty which are designed to enhance classroom management, student achievement and increase student interest in education
• Provide resource services to faculty which are designed to enhance classroom management, student achievement and increase student interest in education
• Provide resource services to faculty which are designed to enhance classroom management, student achievement and increase student interest in education
• Work with other members of the Student Support Team to monitor student progress and coordinate supports for students and their families related to academic, behavior, attendance, or related concerns
• Support a classroom environment that fosters embedded communication and social skills
• Coordinate ‘Targeted Team' program; Functional Behavior Analysis
• Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and families concerning their academic and behavioral progress
• Encourage students to behave in accordance with classroom and school rules and district code of conduct
• Collect, monitor, graph and analyze student data
• Keep accurate records and develop reports as required
• Assist in monitoring student attendance
• Coordinate the K-12 bullying prevention program with school counselors
• Responsible for school-wide displays promoting Positive Behavior Support and attend available PBS and Responsive Classroom trainings
• Other duties as assigned 

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position

Christina School District
Human Resources Office
1899 S College Avenue
Newark DE  19702
PH:  302/552-2600
Website:  www.christinak12.org

 Employment is conditional upon receipt of an acceptable criminal background report and a child abuse registry check showing you are not on the registry at any level
 
The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding compliance with the above may be directed to the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator, Christina School District, 1899 S College Ave., Newark DE  19702; Telephone: (302) 552-2600.