Assistant Head 5th - 8th

Dallas, TX

Full Time

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Experienced

About June Shelton School
June Shelton School & Evaluation Center enjoys the distinction of being the worlds largest independent school for bright children with learning differences. Founded in 1976, Shelton is dedicated to making a difference by serving and empowering the lives of students who learn differently. While the school is clearly the centerpiece of its mission, Shelton is more than a school. It encompasses three other major components, all open to the communitya speech and language therapy program, an evaluation center, and a teacher-training program. Shelton is actively involved with research and collaborates with major medical institutions in the Dallas area, including Childrens Medical Center and UT Southwestern Medical Center. The Shelton School is a co-educational, non-sectarian school that serves approximately 900 students with learning differences in grades EC to 12. The Shelton School is accredited by Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS).

Benefits Include:

Generous Time Off (Including 2 Weeks of Vacation, 4 Weeks of School Holidays and standard federal holidays)
FREE Lunch
Medical, Dental, Vision
Short & Long Term Disability
Tuition Remission

Purpose: Assists in planning and implementing the education and administration of the Middle School.

Qualifications & Skills:

A minimum of five years of classroom teaching experience
Previous leadership experience
Bachelor's degree in Education or a related area, Master's degree preferred
Knowledge of learning differences and the social-emotional development of middle school students
Ability to proactively problem-solve for students, parents, and teachers, demonstrate sound judgment when making independent decisions, and remain calm when handling emergencies
Must have strong computer and technology skills
Must have a positive attitude and strong communication skills.
Utilize good humor and even temperament when working with various Shelton constituencies.
Possess strong written and oral communication skills and listening skills
Demonstrated ability to receive and act on suggestions and input from staff, students, and parents
Maintain confidentiality regarding students, parents, and staff
Display a positive and supportive attitude toward school policies.
Maintain a student-first mindset and commitment to the Shelton mission.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Assist the Head of Middle School in overseeing the educational program of all students and the activities of all personnel.

Essential Functions:

Regular and punctual attendance and consistency of interaction with students, parents, and colleagues is essential to the successful performance of this job.
In coordination with the Human Resources department, assist the Middle School Head in the recruitment, selection, and in-service training of the Middle School faculty.
Guide, evaluate, and support teachers to continually improve curriculum and instruction.
Support new teachers as a mentor and/or assign mentors.
Model teaching procedures when necessary.
Teach classes as assigned.
Guide and direct students according to the Code of Conduct.
Manage student behavior and attendance as directed.
Assist in the coordination in the areas of
- Curriculum
- Evaluation, selection, and ordering of materials
- Annual in-house and achievement testing, and any other evaluation of student progress
- Review of all course grades and grade reports for Middle School students
- Maintenance and security of Middle School student records
- Collection and analysis of data to guide student class placement
- Scheduling of classes and events
- Planning and logistics of special events: Open House, Grandparents’ Day, Citizenship Assemblies, advisory parties, end of the year Awards Assembly, field trips, and class trips
- Select chaperones and act as chaperone for social events, extracurricular programs, field trips and and class trips as needed
- Organize teacher coverage for assemblies/programs, trips, and field trips
- Meetings with new families/prospective students
- Scheduling visitors
- Planning and operation of Summer School and Skills Week as directed
- Scheduling and communication with private therapists and outside tutors
- Regular parent communication
Assist the Middle School Head with any other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:
☒ Seeing ☒ Ability to Move Distances within and between buildings ☒ Lifting (15 Pounds)
☐ Color Perception (Red, Green, Amber) ☒ Hearing/Listening ☒ Carrying (15 Pounds)
☒ Clear Speech ☒ Pushing/Pulling ☒ Touching (Dexterity, Hand & Finger)
☒ Driving (local/over the road)

Mental/Reasoning Requirements:
☒ Reading - Simple ☒Writing- Complex ☒Analysis/Comprehension
☒ Reading - Complex ☒ Clerical ☒ Judgment/Decision Making
☒Writing - Simple ☒ Basic Math Skills

Work Environment:
☒ Works Alone ☒ Works with Others ☒ Verbal Contact w/Others
☒ Face-to-Face Contact ☒ Inside ☒ Outside ☒ Noise ☐ Other

Disclaimer: The above are physical and mental requirements of the position as it is typically performed. Inability to meet one or more of these physical or mental requirements will not automatically disqualify a candidate or employee from the position. When requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the incumbent to perform the essential functions. These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified

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The June Shelton School and Evaluation Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation or any other status protected by law. We strive to recruit, hire, train and promote employees to create a diverse community.

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