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Dean of Students, Saint Thomas Academy
Posted on 2025-05-06 3:07:29 PM
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Saint Thomas Academy seeks a Dean of Students for grades 6-12. This position will provide leadership to the Saint Thomas Academy community in the areas of student discipline, attendance, safety and security and promotion of positive student behavior. This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Vice President. The qualified candidate will embrace the mission of Saint Thomas Academy.
REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
Discipline
• Participate in the development of programming and communication strategies with students and parents in anticipation of potential behavioral concerns in the Middle School and Upper School, with a preference for addressing student behavioral expectations proactively rather than reactively, when possible. Demonstrate an appropriate degree of autonomy in creating these structures and strategies, in communication with colleagues.
• When necessary, coordinate measured and appropriate responses to Upper School and Middle School behavioral issues in and out of the classroom, supporting faculty, staff, students, and families thoroughly and professionally.
• Carry out consequences in accordance with the Saint Thomas Academy Student Handbooks for behavior and attendance rules violations.
• Conduct an annual review of the Upper School and Middle School Student Handbooks. Consult with other administrators on their respective handbooks.
• Coordinate and lead Board of Discipline meetings in accordance with defined internal practices, facilitating the enforcement of restorative measures and consequences determined by the Board.
• Promote an ethos of progressive discipline, one aimed at supporting students as they return to good behavioral standing at the Academy. Use Handbook and, when necessary, professional discretion to respond to student disciplinary matters in ways that are fair and justified, considering the best interests of the student without undermining the mission, vision, and values of the Academy.
• Serve as the school liaison to Social Services, Child Protective Services (Mandatory Reporting), law enforcement, probation officers, truancy services, and the court system.
• Represent Saint Thomas Academy in disciplinary matters on and off campus.
• Provide supervision at school-sponsored activities as needed. Provide on-site support for school dances and coordinate ticketing and parent permission processes.
• Maintain accurate records, including ensuring that the Dean of Students Office, as well as other departments, use PowerSchool to record behavioral incidents.
Attendance
• Monitor daily attendance, taking necessary actions to improve individual student attendance, and reduce tardiness among those students demonstrating chronic behaviors.
• Follow a progressive disciplinary model to address chronic attendance issues.
• Take appropriate disciplinary action, holding students in violation of attendance policies accountable.
• Communicate in written form with students and families on issues of chronic absenteeism/tardiness; conduct family meetings to address these issues as needed.
School Safety and Security
• Schedule and conduct all campus safety drills including tornado, fire, evacuation and active shooter drills. Lead all necessary faculty and staff training to execute safety drills safely and effectively.
• Ensure all safety procedures are properly documented and updated including maps, directions, and points of contact.
• Conduct Table Top exercises and convene the Crisis Management Team on best practices and potential scenarios.
Communication
• Communicate with parents regarding behavior and attendance issues, coordinating parent involvement in disciplinary matters and Board of Discipline meetings.
• Communicate to students through grade-level meetings on calendar flashpoints, handbook policies, and social norms.
• Communicate regularly with the Vice President on matters of discipline, attendance, student chemical health, and other issues as needed.
• Communicate with all stakeholders including parents, students, teachers, staff, and others as needed.
Administration
• Assume the responsibilities of the Vice President in their absence.
• Serve on the Administrative Team and Student, Teacher Assistance Team (STAt).
• Be the point of contact for the Threat Assessment Form.
• Voting member on the IARC Admissions Committee. Review all Upper School candidates and Middle School students with behavioral or attendance concerns.
• Serve as a point of contact for external security consultation.
Other responsibilities
• Manage faculty/staff supervision of daily lunch.
• Attend and participate in school and after-school functions.
• Maintain accurate records of student comportment and communication in PowerSchool.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the representative responsibilities.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Employment in and by the Church is substantially different from secular employment. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner which is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the Archdiocese, such that it can embarrass the Church or give rise to scandal.
• While it is not required in this position for the employee to be a member of the Roman Catholic Church, it is expected that all employees will respect Catholic doctrine and religious practices. Reasonable accommodation for the religious practices of employees not of the Roman Catholic faith will similarly be provided.
• In support of the mission and goals of Saint Thomas Academy, employees will follow all school policies and procedures.
• All employees will support Saint Thomas Academy and the St. Paul/Minneapolis Archdiocese’s mission and goals by actively articulating them to the Academy’s constituents and the wider community.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s Degree in Educational Administration or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience leading faculty and or educational programs
• MN teaching license preferred
• Experience with a schoolwide disciplinary program preferred
MENTAL DEMANDS
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents, students, faculty, staff and others
• Ability to recognize learning and behavior issues
• Knowledge of current technology, ability to keep current with technology
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Ability to work with students who are at-risk, underperforming or presenting chronic issues
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Speak and write to communicate with students, parents and colleagues
• Move throughout the school buildings, including walking up and down stairs
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
• Computer/iPad
• Telephone
• Emergency equipment
BENEFITS OFFERED
• Four health insurance plan options, including PPO and HSA plans with employer contribution, for individuals and families, along with dental, vision, and FSA plans.
• Sick and vacation time, personal days and paid holidays provided
• 403(b) and Roth Retirement Savings Plans with employer-match after 6 months.
• Other benefits include:
o Employer paid short-term disability and Life/AD&D insurance, and employee paid long-term disability
o Tuition Remission
o Employee Assistance Program
o Voluntary Life/AD&D
o Voluntary Add-on insurance - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
SALARY RANGE
$85,000–$115,000
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should send a cover letter that includes a statement reflecting on the four pillars of the school, which are detailed at https://www.cadets.com/who-we-are/mission-vision<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cadets.com%2Fwho-we-are%2Fmission-vision&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7Cbc571387ede7407cc64f08dd8cd99f2f%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638821588489507759%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IkAFKMzmUCaM1xTuUPj%2FHN2kPVFAD7b3UZOimal8ZRA%3D&reserved=0>. Along with the cover letter, applicants should also send a resume and references to:
Kristin Trautner, HR Generalist, ktrautner@cadets.com<mailto:ktrautner@cadets.com>
or mail to 949 Mendota Heights Road, Mendota Heights, MN 55120
Position will remain open until filled.
Saint Thomas Academy seeks a Dean of Students for grades 6-12. This position will provide leadership to the Saint Thomas Academy community in the areas of student discipline, attendance, safety and security and promotion of positive student behavior. This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Vice President. The qualified candidate will embrace the mission of Saint Thomas Academy.
REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
Discipline
• Participate in the development of programming and communication strategies with students and parents in anticipation of potential behavioral concerns in the Middle School and Upper School, with a preference for addressing student behavioral expectations proactively rather than reactively, when possible. Demonstrate an appropriate degree of autonomy in creating these structures and strategies, in communication with colleagues.
• When necessary, coordinate measured and appropriate responses to Upper School and Middle School behavioral issues in and out of the classroom, supporting faculty, staff, students, and families thoroughly and professionally.
• Carry out consequences in accordance with the Saint Thomas Academy Student Handbooks for behavior and attendance rules violations.
• Conduct an annual review of the Upper School and Middle School Student Handbooks. Consult with other administrators on their respective handbooks.
• Coordinate and lead Board of Discipline meetings in accordance with defined internal practices, facilitating the enforcement of restorative measures and consequences determined by the Board.
• Promote an ethos of progressive discipline, one aimed at supporting students as they return to good behavioral standing at the Academy. Use Handbook and, when necessary, professional discretion to respond to student disciplinary matters in ways that are fair and justified, considering the best interests of the student without undermining the mission, vision, and values of the Academy.
• Serve as the school liaison to Social Services, Child Protective Services (Mandatory Reporting), law enforcement, probation officers, truancy services, and the court system.
• Represent Saint Thomas Academy in disciplinary matters on and off campus.
• Provide supervision at school-sponsored activities as needed. Provide on-site support for school dances and coordinate ticketing and parent permission processes.
• Maintain accurate records, including ensuring that the Dean of Students Office, as well as other departments, use PowerSchool to record behavioral incidents.
REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
Discipline
• Participate in the development of programming and communication strategies with students and parents in anticipation of potential behavioral concerns in the Middle School and Upper School, with a preference for addressing student behavioral expectations proactively rather than reactively, when possible. Demonstrate an appropriate degree of autonomy in creating these structures and strategies, in communication with colleagues.
• When necessary, coordinate measured and appropriate responses to Upper School and Middle School behavioral issues in and out of the classroom, supporting faculty, staff, students, and families thoroughly and professionally.
• Carry out consequences in accordance with the Saint Thomas Academy Student Handbooks for behavior and attendance rules violations.
• Conduct an annual review of the Upper School and Middle School Student Handbooks. Consult with other administrators on their respective handbooks.
• Coordinate and lead Board of Discipline meetings in accordance with defined internal practices, facilitating the enforcement of restorative measures and consequences determined by the Board.
• Promote an ethos of progressive discipline, one aimed at supporting students as they return to good behavioral standing at the Academy. Use Handbook and, when necessary, professional discretion to respond to student disciplinary matters in ways that are fair and justified, considering the best interests of the student without undermining the mission, vision, and values of the Academy.
• Serve as the school liaison to Social Services, Child Protective Services (Mandatory Reporting), law enforcement, probation officers, truancy services, and the court system.
• Represent Saint Thomas Academy in disciplinary matters on and off campus.
• Provide supervision at school-sponsored activities as needed. Provide on-site support for school dances and coordinate ticketing and parent permission processes.
• Maintain accurate records, including ensuring that the Dean of Students Office, as well as other departments, use PowerSchool to record behavioral incidents.
Attendance
• Monitor daily attendance, taking necessary actions to improve individual student attendance, and reduce tardiness among those students demonstrating chronic behaviors.
• Follow a progressive disciplinary model to address chronic attendance issues.
• Take appropriate disciplinary action, holding students in violation of attendance policies accountable.
• Communicate in written form with students and families on issues of chronic absenteeism/tardiness; conduct family meetings to address these issues as needed.
School Safety and Security
• Schedule and conduct all campus safety drills including tornado, fire, evacuation and active shooter drills. Lead all necessary faculty and staff training to execute safety drills safely and effectively.
• Ensure all safety procedures are properly documented and updated including maps, directions, and points of contact.
• Conduct Table Top exercises and convene the Crisis Management Team on best practices and potential scenarios.
Communication
• Communicate with parents regarding behavior and attendance issues, coordinating parent involvement in disciplinary matters and Board of Discipline meetings.
• Communicate to students through grade-level meetings on calendar flashpoints, handbook policies, and social norms.
• Communicate regularly with the Vice President on matters of discipline, attendance, student chemical health, and other issues as needed.
• Communicate with all stakeholders including parents, students, teachers, staff, and others as needed.
Administration
• Assume the responsibilities of the Vice President in their absence.
• Serve on the Administrative Team and Student, Teacher Assistance Team (STAt).
• Be the point of contact for the Threat Assessment Form.
• Voting member on the IARC Admissions Committee. Review all Upper School candidates and Middle School students with behavioral or attendance concerns.
• Serve as a point of contact for external security consultation.
Other responsibilities
• Manage faculty/staff supervision of daily lunch.
• Attend and participate in school and after-school functions.
• Maintain accurate records of student comportment and communication in PowerSchool.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the representative responsibilities.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Employment in and by the Church is substantially different from secular employment. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner which is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the Archdiocese, such that it can embarrass the Church or give rise to scandal.
• While it is not required in this position for the employee to be a member of the Roman Catholic Church, it is expected that all employees will respect Catholic doctrine and religious practices. Reasonable accommodation for the religious practices of employees not of the Roman Catholic faith will similarly be provided.
• In support of the mission and goals of Saint Thomas Academy, employees will follow all school policies and procedures.
• All employees will support Saint Thomas Academy and the St. Paul/Minneapolis Archdiocese’s mission and goals by actively articulating them to the Academy’s constituents and the wider community.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s Degree in Educational Administration or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience leading faculty and or educational programs
• MN teaching license preferred
• Experience with a schoolwide disciplinary program preferred
MENTAL DEMANDS
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents, students, faculty, staff and others
• Ability to recognize learning and behavior issues
• Knowledge of current technology, ability to keep current with technology
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Ability to work with students who are at-risk, underperforming or presenting chronic issues
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Speak and write to communicate with students, parents and colleagues
• Move throughout the school buildings, including walking up and down stairs
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
• Computer/iPad
• Telephone
• Emergency equipment
BENEFITS OFFERED
• Four health insurance plan options, including PPO and HSA plans with employer contribution, for individuals and families, along with dental, vision, and FSA plans.
• Sick and vacation time, personal days and paid holidays provided
• 403(b) and Roth Retirement Savings Plans with employer-match after 6 months.
• Other benefits include:
SALARY RANGE
$85,000–$115,000
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should send a cover letter that includes a statement reflecting on the four pillars of the school, which are detailed at https://www.cadets.com/who-we-are/mission-vision. Along with the cover letter, applicants should also send a resume and references to:
Kristin Trautner, HR Generalist, ktrautner@cadets.com
or mail to 949 Mendota Heights Road, Mendota Heights, MN 55120
Position will remain open until filled.
• Monitor daily attendance, taking necessary actions to improve individual student attendance, and reduce tardiness among those students demonstrating chronic behaviors.
• Follow a progressive disciplinary model to address chronic attendance issues.
• Take appropriate disciplinary action, holding students in violation of attendance policies accountable.
• Communicate in written form with students and families on issues of chronic absenteeism/tardiness; conduct family meetings to address these issues as needed.
School Safety and Security
• Schedule and conduct all campus safety drills including tornado, fire, evacuation and active shooter drills. Lead all necessary faculty and staff training to execute safety drills safely and effectively.
• Ensure all safety procedures are properly documented and updated including maps, directions, and points of contact.
• Conduct Table Top exercises and convene the Crisis Management Team on best practices and potential scenarios.
Communication
• Communicate with parents regarding behavior and attendance issues, coordinating parent involvement in disciplinary matters and Board of Discipline meetings.
• Communicate to students through grade-level meetings on calendar flashpoints, handbook policies, and social norms.
• Communicate regularly with the Vice President on matters of discipline, attendance, student chemical health, and other issues as needed.
• Communicate with all stakeholders including parents, students, teachers, staff, and others as needed.
Administration
• Assume the responsibilities of the Vice President in their absence.
• Serve on the Administrative Team and Student, Teacher Assistance Team (STAt).
• Be the point of contact for the Threat Assessment Form.
• Voting member on the IARC Admissions Committee. Review all Upper School candidates and Middle School students with behavioral or attendance concerns.
• Serve as a point of contact for external security consultation.
Other responsibilities
• Manage faculty/staff supervision of daily lunch.
• Attend and participate in school and after-school functions.
• Maintain accurate records of student comportment and communication in PowerSchool.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the representative responsibilities.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Employment in and by the Church is substantially different from secular employment. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner which is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the Archdiocese, such that it can embarrass the Church or give rise to scandal.
• While it is not required in this position for the employee to be a member of the Roman Catholic Church, it is expected that all employees will respect Catholic doctrine and religious practices. Reasonable accommodation for the religious practices of employees not of the Roman Catholic faith will similarly be provided.
• In support of the mission and goals of Saint Thomas Academy, employees will follow all school policies and procedures.
• All employees will support Saint Thomas Academy and the St. Paul/Minneapolis Archdiocese’s mission and goals by actively articulating them to the Academy’s constituents and the wider community.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s Degree in Educational Administration or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience leading faculty and or educational programs
• MN teaching license preferred
• Experience with a schoolwide disciplinary program preferred
MENTAL DEMANDS
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents, students, faculty, staff and others
• Ability to recognize learning and behavior issues
• Knowledge of current technology, ability to keep current with technology
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Ability to work with students who are at-risk, underperforming or presenting chronic issues
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Speak and write to communicate with students, parents and colleagues
• Move throughout the school buildings, including walking up and down stairs
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
• Computer/iPad
• Telephone
• Emergency equipment
BENEFITS OFFERED
• Four health insurance plan options, including PPO and HSA plans with employer contribution, for individuals and families, along with dental, vision, and FSA plans.
• Sick and vacation time, personal days and paid holidays provided
• 403(b) and Roth Retirement Savings Plans with employer-match after 6 months.
• Other benefits include:
o Employer paid short-term disability and Life/AD&D insurance, and employee paid long-term disability
o Tuition Remission
o Employee Assistance Program
o Voluntary Life/AD&D
o Voluntary Add-on insurance - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
SALARY RANGE
$85,000–$115,000
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should send a cover letter that includes a statement reflecting on the four pillars of the school, which are detailed at https://www.cadets.com/who-we-are/mission-vision. Along with the cover letter, applicants should also send a resume and references to:
Kristin Trautner, HR Generalist, ktrautner@cadets.com
or mail to 949 Mendota Heights Road, Mendota Heights, MN 55120
Position will remain open until filled.