Dean of Students

Dean of Students
Student Affairs & Residential Life
Position Overview
Concord Prep School is seeking an experienced and results-oriented Dean of Students to oversee student affairs, student discipline, residential life operations, and student engagement programs.
The ideal candidate has proven leadership experience in a private high school, boarding school, or similar educational environment, with the ability to independently manage student affairs, supervise staff, develop policies and SOPs, and maintain a safe, structured, and supportive school community.
Key Responsibilities
1. Student Affairs & Discipline
• Oversee student conduct, attendance, behavioral expectations, and disciplinary procedures.
• Manage student conflicts, disciplinary incidents, and safety concerns.
• Communicate with parents, teachers, and school leadership regarding student matters.

2. Residential Life & Dormitory Operations
• Oversee daily operations across student dormitories and ensure compliance with residential policies.
• Supervise dormitory safety, curfews, student accountability, and emergency procedures.
• Maintain consistent operational standards across residential facilities.

3. Staff Supervision & Leadership
• Directly supervise, train, and manage student affairs and residential staff.
• Oversee staff scheduling, performance, accountability, and professional development.
• Establish clear goals, responsibilities, and team expectations.

4. Policy & SOP Development
• Independently develop, implement, and improve student conduct policies, disciplinary procedures, and residential life SOPs.
• Establish standardized procedures for incident reporting, safety, and daily operations.
• Ensure consistent policy implementation and operational efficiency.

5. Student Life & Engagement
• Oversee student clubs, extracurricular activities, weekend programs, and campus events.
• Promote student leadership, personal development, and a positive school culture.

Qualifications
Required
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in student affairs, school administration, residential life, or a related educational setting.
• Proven leadership experience with direct staff supervision responsibilities.
• Experience managing student discipline, behavioral concerns, and safety incidents.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement policies and SOPs.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to independently manage operations and lead a team effectively.

Preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Psychology, or a related field.
• Previous experience as a Dean of Students, Director of Student Life, Director of Residential Life, or similar leadership role.
• Experience working in a U.S. private or boarding high school.
• Experience managing residential staff and international students.
• Experience coordinating student activities and extracurricular programs.

Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a hands-on, organized, and goal-oriented leader who can independently manage student affairs, supervise staff, enforce school policies, and foster a safe, structured, and positive school environment.