Elementary Dean of Students

Elementary Dean of Students

Skiatook Public Schools

District - Skiatook, Oklahoma

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Job Details

Job ID:5693387

Application Deadline:Posted until filled

Re-Posted:Today

Starting Date:To Be Determined

Job Description

Skiatook Public Schools is seeking applications for an Elementary Dean of Students for the 2026-2027 school year.

Job Title: Elementary Dean of Students

Reports To: Elementary Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary

The Elementary Dean of Students supports the principal in fostering a safe, orderly, and positive school environment. This role is primarily responsible for student discipline and attendance (truancy) interventions, while building strong relationships with students, families, and staff to promote student success. The Dean works proactively to reduce behavior incidents, improve attendance, and ensure consistent implementation of school policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Student Discipline & Behavior Support

Assist the principal in implementing and enforcing the district's student discipline policies and procedures.

Investigate student behavior incidents and determine appropriate consequences in alignment with district guidelines.

Maintain accurate and timely discipline records and documentation.

Support teachers with classroom management strategies and behavior interventions.

Facilitate restorative practices and conflict resolution when appropriate.

Monitor behavior trends and proactively implement supports to reduce repeat incidents.

Supervise students in common areas (arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, etc.) to ensure a safe environment.

Attendance & Truancy Support

Monitor daily student attendance and identify patterns of chronic absenteeism.

Lead truancy intervention efforts, including parent communication, attendance plans, and follow-up meetings.

Collaborate with families to remove barriers to consistent attendance.

Work with district and community resources to support students with attendance challenges.

Maintain accurate attendance records and ensure compliance with state attendance laws and district policies.

Student & Family Support

Build positive relationships with students to support behavioral and academic success.

Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding discipline and attendance concerns.

Serve as a liaison between school and home to support student improvement.

Participate in student support teams (MTSS, PBIS, etc.) and contribute to intervention planning.

Staff Collaboration

Partner with teachers and staff to ensure consistency in discipline practices.

Provide guidance and support to staff on behavior management and de-escalation strategies.

Assist in professional development related to student behavior and attendance.

School Climate & Culture

Promote a positive school culture focused on respect, responsibility, and safety.

Support implementation of school-wide behavior systems (e.g., PBIS or similar frameworks).

Help plan and support initiatives that recognize positive student behavior and improved attendance.

Other Duties

Assist the principal with general school operations as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Education or related field preferred.

Valid state teaching certificate; administrative certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).

Experience working with elementary-aged students is preferred.

Strong knowledge of student discipline practices and attendance laws.

Demonstrated ability to build relationships with students, families, and staff.

Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Key Competencies

Consistency and fairness in discipline

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Data-driven decision making

Commitment to improving student attendance and behavior

Work Environment

School-based setting with frequent interaction with students, staff, and families.

Requires mobility throughout the school campus and participation in daily supervision duties.

Skiatook Public Schools offers competitive pay and benefits including paid holidays and health benefits. Starting salary will be based on applicant qualifications and/or work history. The district's salary scale can be found at:

The district also provides on-site daycare for staff members.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the passing a felony criminal background check and approval by the Board of Education.

Please email Clay Vinyard, Superintendent, ... if you have additional questions about this position.

Title 1 District- Skiatook Public Schools is a Title 1 district. Under the Teacher Loan Forgiveness (TLF) Program, if you teach full time for five complete and consecutive academic years in a low-income school or educational service agency, and meet other qualifications, you may be eligible for forgiveness of up to $17,500 on your Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans and your Subsidized and Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans. Additional information may be found at

It is the policy of Skiatook Public Schools to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender expression or identity, national origin, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, age, or genetic information.

Position Type:Full-Time

Job Requirements

At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.

Master degree preferred.

Citizenship, residency or work visa required