[2026-2027] Dean of Students - Middle School

At least one year of adult management/teacher coaching

Two or more years of classroom teaching experience preferred

Demonstrated success in developing student programs and a positive school culture

Demonstrated success in planning staff professional development and leading teams of teachers

Extreme flexibility to accommodate multiple priorities and a strong work ethic to accommodate high levels of responsibilities

Strong interpersonal skills that contribute to a collegial working environment and a healthy measure of the character traits we value: zest, grit, hope, social intelligence, gratitude, and a sense of humor.

Compensation and Benefits:

KIPP NYC offers a competitive salary ranging from $100,636 - $161,935. Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience relevant to the role and the scope of responsibility within the role. KIPP NYC will evaluate a candidate’s years of experience at point of hire to determine the step/level a new hire will be placed within our Dean salary scale.

KIPP NYC offers a generous benefits package, including, but not limited to, the following:

Robust benefits include medical, dental, and vision.

Generous time off including 5 school vacation weeks, sick and personal days, and an extended summer break.

Up to 12 weeks of 100% parental leave.

Position Overview

The Dean of Students leads the school’s efforts to create a positive, structured, disciplined school culture. The Dean of Students reports directly to the Principal, who provides guidance and direction and sets school policy.  The Dean of Students is the main school contact for parents and guardians. A successful Dean of Students is passionate about supporting our students, adapts to changes, and cultivates productive relationships with all members of the school community, including faculty, students, and families.

Duties and Responsibilities:

General responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

School culture

Work in partnership with the leadership team to develop a positive, structured, achievement-oriented, and creative school culture.

About KIPP NYC

Founded in 1995, KIPP NYC Public Schools is a non-profit network of 18 free, public charter schools located in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. We partner with families and communities to create joyful, academically excellent schools where every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.

From our first middle school, KIPP Academy in the Bronx, to today’s network of eight elementary schools, nine middle schools, and one high school, KIPP NYC provides students with engaging academics, arts, athletics, and social–emotional learning that prepare them for college, career, and beyond.

Our commitment doesn’t end at graduation. Through KIPP Forward, we continue to support our alumni as they navigate college, career, and life, helping them define success on their own terms and pursue the paths that align with their goals and sense of purpose.

Together, we serve more than 9,400 students, support 4,700 alumni, and employ over 1,100 dedicated team members who bring passion, expertise, and commitment to our mission every day.