Dean of Students

Position Overview

The Dean of Students serves as a key member of the school’s leadership team, responsible for fostering a faith-filled, respectful and disciplined learning environment rooted in Franciscan values. The Dean of students supports the holistic development of young women by promoting academic integrity, personal responsibility, and spiritual growth. The Dean of Students collaborates closely with faculty, staff, students, parents and the outside community to uphold the mission of Regina High School.

Mission Alignment
For 70 years, Regina High School has been a safe, welcoming community where young women are empowered to grow in confidence, faith, and purpose and where faculty feel equally supported, valued, and inspired in their vocation. Rooted in our Franciscan faith, we foster a spirit of compassion, humility, and service, guiding students to live with intention and care for others. Our strong sense of sisterhood and all-girls environment allows students to truly be themselves—free to explore their interests, find their voice, and discover who they are. With strong academic rigor and personalized support, along with meaningful leadership opportunities and cherished traditions, Regina feels like a second home where every student is known, supported, and inspired to find her community and her path forward.

The Dean of Students actively supports & models the Franciscan mission through embracing the charisms of humility, compassion, service and respect for all creation and encouraging students to grow as faith-filled leaders committed to fostering beauty, dignity, and goodness in the world through purposeful action and service to others.

Key Responsibilities
The Dean of Students will lead and oversee all aspects of student life including cultivating and maintaining a Franciscan culture, behavior, discipline and restorative practices.

Student Life & Culture
-Promote a positive, inclusive, and respectful school culture for all students
-Proactively maintain awareness of student culture including daily classroom walkthroughs
-Develop programming that supports our Franciscan mission
-Oversee student conduct and ensure alignment with handbook policies and Franciscan values

Student Life & Curriculum
-Provide input for curriculum planning by communicating trends in student behavior, engagement, and performance
-Use student performance data to help inform curriculum adjustments and support equitable outcomes

Discipline & Behavior
-Develop and implement fair, restorative discipline practices
-Address behavioral concerns with a focus on growth, accountability, and reconciliation
-Collaborate with faculty, counselors and families to support student well-being

Faith Formation
-Partner with Campus Ministry to integrate faith into student life
-Encourage participation in liturgies, retreats, and service opportunities
-Serve as a visible faith leader within the school community

Student Support
-Support initiatives related to social well being and character formation
-Serve as an advocate for students while maintaining high expectations
-Monitor student academic progress and partner with teachers to develop intervention strategies for at-risk students
-Responsible for addressing attendance concerns when a student fails to meet established attendance regulations so that students are engaged in their learning at the highest level for their academic success and social wellbeing
-Stay informed about best student affairs and youth development practices and integrate them into school policies and programs

Collaboration & Communication
-Collaborate with the principal on a regular basis to ensure that both the Dean of Students and Principal are aware of all student issues and problem solve together as needed
-Collaborate with the principal to support the implementation of curriculum and instructional programs
-Collaborate with attendance personnel to establish a streamlined approach to tracking and solving attendance/tardy issues
-Help facilitate professional development focused on student engagement, classroom climate, and instructional support
-Work with students & families to ensure there is common understanding of the student handbook
-Work closely with faculty and staff to support student success
-Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student development
-Participate in leadership meetings and contribute to school-wide initiatives

Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s degree required; Teacher certification required; Masters in education preferred
-Administrator certificate or willing to complete an administrator program within two years of hire
-Leadership experience in curriculum design and student programming
-At least five years teaching experience required
-Experience in a leadership role; Ability to oversee school operations when Principal is off campus
-Demonstrate strong critical thinking skills
-Ability to adapt quickly, think strategically in dynamic situations, and implement effective solutions
-Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills
-Ability to establish & maintain confidential & professional working relationships with all stakeholders
-Experience working within a diverse community with a demonstrated commitment to equity awareness
-Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as necessary to attend events

Compensation & Benefits:
-Competitive salary based on experience
-Health, dental, and retirement benefits
-Professional development opportunities

How to Apply
Interested applicants, please email the required documents to pdailey@reginahs.com

Required Documents:
-Cover letter
-Resume
-Three Professional References