Job Title: Dean of Students Department: Education Services Department Gateway Longview’s Education programs support K through 12th grade students who struggle with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges. Agency Gateway Longview is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. Benefits + Flexible working options; generous Paid Time Off; up to 13 paid holidays per year; medical dental and vision coverage; life insurance; 403b with employer matching and health savings accounts; wellness programs, healthy lifestyle incentives and employee assistance programs Compensation $67,000 - $80,000 (yearly) * Offers based on years of relevant experience Professional Development Opportunities Gateway Longview has a strong investment in developing the future leaders of the organization through trainings, advancement opportunities, and a formal leadership pipeline. Primary Responsibilities + Classroom Management & Teacher Support: + Provide guidance to teachers in developing effective classroom management strategies that promote positive learning environments. Oversee classroom dynamics to ensure consistent behavior management and a therapeutic approach across all educational settings. + Curriculum & Lesson Planning Oversight: + Lead the development and implementation of curricula and lesson plans that align with NYSED standards and best practices. Ensure that the curriculum and lesson plans are tailored to meet the diverse learning needs of students in both Day School/Treatment and Residential Education programs, integrating therapeutic goals and individualized learning plans as needed (IEP’s). + Performance Observations & Staff Development: + Conduct regular classroom observations to evaluate teacher performance and offer constructive feedback. Provide and schedule professional development opportunities that promote instructional best practices and enhance teachers' ability to address both academic and therapeutic needs of students. Initiate, develop, and implement innovative programming that aligns with progressive educational trends and meets evolving student needs. Regularly evaluate and revise program design, policies, and practices based on outcomes and strategic goals. + Family Inclusion & Collaboration: + Foster strong partnerships with families to ensure inclusive educational experiences. Collaborate with Director of Education and school staff to create a comprehensive, holistic approach to treatment and service delivery, integrating family perspectives into treatment and educational plans. + Compliance & Standards Adherence: + ​Ensure adherence to agency, state, and federal regulations and standards. Strive to exceed these standards by fostering a culture of continuous improvement and maintaining robust documentation and reporting practices. + Personnel Management & Development: + ​Manage and develop educational and clinical staff to ensure a high level of competency, motivation, and performance. In collaboration with the Director of Education participate in the recruitment, training, evaluation, and support for all educational personnel, including substitute staff. + Community & School Relations: + ​Maintain productive relationships with public schools and Committees on Special Education (CSEs) to facilitate timely and appropriate educational placements for students, ensuring continuity from pre-admission through post-discharge. + Budgeting & Financial Management: + ​Understand and support the budget. Prepare funding proposals to enhance programming and maintain operations within financial guidelines. + Other Duties: + ​Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership to meet organizational and program goals. ​Strong and Effective Leadership Skills: The Principal will demonstrate exceptional leadership skills by inspiring and motivating staff to excel in both academic and therapeutic practices. Key leadership responsibilities include: + Visionary Leadership: Cultivate and communicate a clear vision for the school’s growth and development, aligning educational and therapeutic goals with the organization’s mission and values. + Decision-Making & Problem-Solving: Lead with sound judgment, making informed decisions that support student success, staff development, and organizational objectives. + Empathy & Emotional Intelligence: Build positive relationships with staff, students, and families by showing empathy, understanding, and responsiveness to individual needs and challenges. + Conflict Resolution & Mediation: Address and resolve conflicts proactively, fostering a collaborative and respectful environment for all stakeholders. + Adaptability & Resilience: Maintain effective leadership in the face of challenges, demonstrating flexibility, persistence, and a commitment to achieving goals. Required Qualifications + Education: Master’s Degree in Special Education or a related field and New York State Certification as a School Administrator (S.A.S.) or School Building Leader (SBL) + Licensing: Valid New York State driver’s license and adequate auto insurance + Ability to demonstrate sensitivity, compassion, patience, and active listening + Ability to effectively work with individuals from a diverse array of cultural backgrounds, beliefs, customs, and lifestyles + Ability to physically restrain if required We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply.