Associate Dean of Students

Drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom.

Understanding of the nuances of urban school environments and school culture.

Our people are what make us Uncommon.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

Compensation

Compensation for this role is between $72,000 to $115,000. Most candidates who meet job description requirements will receive an offer of $72,000 - $82,400.

Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant professional development, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools.

* The range above represents our compensation scales for the 2025-2026 school year. If starting prior to June 30th, 2025, compensation will be based on a slightly lower range, reflective of current compensation scales. New hires who fall into this category will see an increase in their compensation starting on July 1st, 2025 for next school year which aligns to the scale above.

This individual will also help lead the school’s efforts to create a positive, structured, consistent, caring, and disciplined school culture.

Serving as a point person for dealing with behavioral crisis-intervention and acute behavioral issues.

Acting as a resource to teachers in their instructional practice, especially as it relates to issues of discipline, relationships with students, classroom management, and school culture.

Assisting teachers, students, and parents in the effective creation and implementation of individual behavior plans.

Supporting staff efforts to ensure all students have excellent attendance and arrive at school on time, and working aggressively with students and parents to ensure excellent attendance.

Helping to reinforce the effective use of a school-wide behavior plan, including managing the school’s demerit and rubric systems.

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our

students consistently exceed national benchmark

s, reflecting our dedication to their success. We

invest deeply in our educators

, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!