Dean of Students Jobs in Oakland, NJ

A Dean of Students plays a pivotal role in school administration. They are responsible for overseeing student academic progress, ensuring a safe and conducive learning environment, developing and implementing school policies, and addressing student behavioral issues. They are often the go-to person for parents, teachers, and students for any school-related issues. The Dean of Students also collaborates closely with other administrators to develop and execute strategies aimed at improving student retention and success.

Important skills for a Dean of Students include strong leadership, excellent communication, conflict resolution, and a deep understanding of educational policies and procedures. They should also possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to work well with diverse groups of people. Certifications may vary depending on the level of the institution, but usually, a Master's Degree in Education Administration or a related field, and in some cases, a doctoral degree is required. A valid administrative credential may also be necessary. Prior to becoming a Dean of Students, an individual might serve as a High School Principal, Assistant Principal, or a School Counselor.

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Assistant Dean of Students and Director, Educational Opportunities Program

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Bard College ASSISTANT DEAN OF STUDENTS AND DIRECTOR, EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAM :.interfolio/167146 Bard College is seeking a visionary and creative Assistant Dean of Students and Director to...

Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs (ECP), Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

development related to the academic educator role, as well as student enrollment and services....

Dean, University Library

  • Pomona, NY (13 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pomona, NY (13 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Dean, University Library*To be fully considered, please follow the application process below. Do not click on "Apply Now."*Academic Search is assisting Cal Poly Pomona in this search. To apply, a...

Associate Dean, Academic & Research, College Of Science

  • Pomona, NY (13 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pomona, NY (13 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Associate Dean for Academics and ResearchCollege of ScienceCal Poly PomonaThe College of Science at Cal Poly Pomona invites applications for the full-time management position of Associate Dean for...

Elementary School Dean of Students

  • Bronx, NY (21 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bronx, NY (21 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

The Dean of Students works in close collaboration with the Director of Family Engagement, School Counselors, and Academic Deans to help ensure holistic student success....

Pre-K - 5 Dean of Students

  • Upper Saddle River, NJ (7 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Upper Saddle River, NJ (7 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

: Pre-K - 5 Dean of Students New Jersey Supervisor or Principal Certificate Minimum of five (5) years teaching experience required Strong interpersonal and communication skills Please be sure to upload...

[School Year 2025-2026] Assistant Dean of Student Life

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

of Student Life is out or unavailable; Support the Dean of Student Life in developing and maintaining strong school-based and external partnerships; Support the Dean of Student Life in coaching and...

Director of Student Affairs - Westchester Community College

  • Valhalla, NY (23 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Valhalla, NY (23 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Manages the budget of the department as derived from proceeds of the student services fee....

Director of Student Affairs (Student Rights & Responsibilities)

  • Valhalla, NY (23 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Valhalla, NY (23 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Manages the budget of the department as derived from proceeds of the student services fee....

Assistant Dean, Strategic Engagement

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean and Dean of Student Affairs, the role of Assistant Dean, Strategic Engagement serves as a senior advisor and thought partner to the Dean of Students...

Dean & Culture Coach

  • Bronx, NY (21 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (21 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Key Responsibilities Instructional Leadership Monitor and drive student progress toward ambitious goals in academics, character, and postsecondary readiness....

Dean of Students

  • Bronx, NY (21 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (21 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Team Leadership & Collaboration Partner with school leadership to shape a strong, cohesive, and values-aligned school culture....

[Immediate Hire] Elementary School Assistant Dean of Culture

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Originally founded in 1991 as Harlem RBI, DREAM has grown to annually serve more than 2,500 youth across East Harlem and the South Bronx through a network of seven PreK-12, extended-day,...

Director of Student Affairs

  • Valhalla, NY (23 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Valhalla, NY (23 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Manages the budget of the department as derived from proceeds of the student services fee....

Associate Dean for Academic Affairs

  • Montclair, NJ (14 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ (14 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Oversee faculty development, ensure new faculty are mentored and supported. Coordinate with department chairs and faculty to assess and improve CSAM instructional quality and effectiveness....

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Salary for Dean of Students Jobs in Oakland, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dean of Students positions.



Highest Education Level

Dean of Studentss in Oakland, NJ offer the following education background
Master's Degree
55.4%
Doctorate Degree
22.6%
Bachelor's Degree
14.1%
High School or GED
3.6%
Associate's Degree
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
Some High School
0.4%
Some College
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dean of Studentss in Oakland, NJ
4-6 years
33.6%
10+ years
25.5%
6-8 years
18.4%
2-4 years
8.6%
8-10 years
8.0%
1-2 years
5.6%
Less than 1 year
0.4%



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