Dean of Students

About Rosalyn Yalow Charter SchoolRosalyn Yalow Charter School is a K-5 public charter school in the South Bronx dedicated to closing the learning achievement gap for economically disadvantaged urban children, including English Language Learners and students with special needs, through a high expectations academic program and a holistic "whole child" model that includes academics, arts, chess, violin, fencing, and strong family support.Position SummaryWe are seeking a dynamic, bilingual (English and Spanish) Dean of Students to join our leadership team and help foster a safe, inclusive, and academically rigorous school culture. The Dean will lead student support efforts, behavior and discipline systems, and serve as a key liaison among students, families, and school staff. This role is pivotal in ensuring that every student, regardless of background or need, feels supported, respected, and empowered to succeed.Key Responsibilities* Promote and maintain a supportive, inclusive, and high expectations school environment where all students feel a sense of belonging and motivation to learn.* Develop, implement, and oversee school wide behavior support systems, disciplinary policies, restorative practices, and interventions aligned with the school's values and mission.* Serve as the primary point of contact for student behavior and discipline concerns, conduct fair investigations, mediate conflicts, and ensure consistent application of policies.* Provide mentorship, counseling, and individualized support to students, including social emotional guidance, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention when needed.* Collaborate closely with teachers, support staff, and families, especially Spanish speaking families, to develop plans that address student needs and strengthen family engagement.* Use student data, including behavior trends, attendance patterns, and incident reports, to identify needs, inform interventions, and track progress in student behavior and school climate.* Lead or support school wide initiatives that promote a positive school culture, including character development, student leadership programs, assemblies, events, and recognition systems.* Provide training and professional development for staff on restorative practices, equitable discipline, social emotional learning (SEL), and effective classroom management.* Support school leadership with policy development, school safety procedures, attendance protocols, and compliance with all school expectations and regulations.* Maintain strong communication among students, families, teachers, and administrators to ensure alignment on expectations and student supports.Qualifications* Bilingual in English and Spanish, fluency in both spoken and written Spanish is required.* Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field required, master's degree preferred.* Minimum of 3 years of experience in student support, school discipline, counseling, or a related field, preferably in urban, high need, or charter school settings.* Demonstrated experience with social emotional learning, trauma informed practices, restorative justice, and equitable discipline approaches.* Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and staff.* Ability to lead, motivate, and coach staff, including facilitating professional development.* Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and respond effectively in crisis situations.* Commitment to equity, inclusion, and the school's mission of closing the opportunity gap for undeserved children.Why Join Rosalyn Yalow as Dean of Students* Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of undeserved urban students and their families.* Work in a mission driven, arts rich, whole child school environment that values both academic excellence and social emotional development.* Engage deeply with a diverse community, including many Spanish speaking families, and help ensure equitable access to support systems.* Join a dedicated leadership team committed to equity, high expectations, and continuous improvement.* Use your leadership, cultural competency, and social emotional expertise to shape school culture and support student growth.