2026-2027 - FT Middle School Dean of Students

Job Overview

Dallas International School (DIS) is accredited by ISAS (Independent Schools Association of the Southwest), France's Ministry of Education, and the International Baccalaureate Organization.

With about 700 students of over 30 nationalities, DIS is an international school on a human scale and the only one with a French and multilingual curriculum in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, a city of seven million inhabitants which is in full demographic and economic expansion. DIS is proud to be one of the few schools globally to offer both the IB's Bilingual and Advanced Bilingual Diploma programs in a variety of languages. In addition to English and French, other languages currently taught in the school are Spanish, German and Mandarin Chinese.

The school offers a rigorous curriculum integrating the best practices of French and American education. Upon completion of the French Baccalaureate or the IB Diploma program, our students go to college in the United States or internationally in countries such as France, Canada, the United Kingdom, Spain or Australia, among others.

Desired Profile:

• You view education as an emancipatory journey in which all students seek to realize their full potential so that they can one day contribute to the progress of humanity.
• You are passionate about your job and are able to transmit your enthusiasm to students.
• You enjoy supporting students not only in their academic ambition, but also in their evolution as individuals, citizens and humans.
• You wish to contribute to the dissemination of the mission and values of DIS.
• You want to be deeply involved in the life of the school by organizing and/or being present at a range of school functions and activities.
• You possess strong communication skills to interact successfully with our students, as well as their families.
• You have an excellent intercultural capacity to adapt to the diverse and enriching environment of an international school.

The Middle School Dean of Students plays a critical role in managing middle school student life, focused on creating a supportive and engaging environment for middle school students. This role encompasses overseeing student life, academic and behavioral support, and fostering collaboration among students, staff, and parents to enhance the middle school experience.

Job duties (include but are not limited to):

• Student Life Management: Oversee all aspects of middle school student life, including attendance, behavior management, and extracurricular activities.
• Behavior Management: Implement and enforce behavior management policies, collaborating with teachers, parents, and counselors to address student challenges effectively.
• Academic Support: Collaborate with grade level coordinators to identify student needs, develop intervention strategies, and conduct bi-weekly check-ins to ensure progress.
• Student Events: Plan and oversee middle school events, such as assemblies, field trips, and celebrations, while collaborating with the High School Dean on shared initiatives.
• Leadership Programs: Serve as the advisor for the Middle School Delegates and manage the Middle School Student Ambassador Program to promote leadership and student engagement.
• Carpool, Lunch, and Recess Supervision: Provide leadership and ensure a structured and safe environment during carpool, lunch, and recess periods.
• Collaboration with Support Staff: Work closely with the assigned Student Affairs Assistant to ensure smooth middle school operations and resolve issues promptly.
• Communication: Serve as a liaison between students, parents, and staff to foster open communication and resolve concerns effectively.
• DIS Family Handbook Compliance: Ensure adherence to school policies, collaborating with the Student Affairs team to maintain and update the DIS Family Handbook annually.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in areas such as Educational Administration, Student Development, Student Affairs, or related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in student affairs, character building or citizenship programming, student records management, and/or student activities coordination in Middle and/or High School.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• The flexibility and creativity associated with a private school education.
• Supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in areas such as Educational Administration, Student Development, Student Affairs, or related field.
• Five (5) years of experience in student affairs, character building or citizenship programming, student records management, and/or student activities coordination in Middle and/or High School.
• Teaching experience preferred.
• Bilingual French language skills are a plus.

Required Documents:

In order to complete the application process, interested candidates must forward the following documentation:

• A resume or curriculum vitae.
• A cover letter.
• A minimum of two recommendation letters (at least one from a former or current supervisor).
• A copy of official transcripts (these must be provided if offered the position).

Benefits:

• Medical insurance – health, dental, vision.
• Time Off - paid time off, sick time, and very generous vacation.
• 403(b) with employer matching.
• Free French classes and discounted language classes at our Language Institute.

This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post. It may be subject to modification or amendment at any time at the discretion of the Head of School.

The above responsibilities are subject to the general duties and responsibilities contained in the employee’s Conditions of Employment. This job description allocates duties and responsibilities but does not direct the particular amount of time to be spent carrying them out and no part of it may be so construed.

Dallas International School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. Dallas International School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in its hiring of faculty and staff members.