Elementary Dean of Students

Education Shoreline, WA

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Description

Position at King's Schools

Location: Shoreline, WA
Employment Status: Full Time
Compensation: $70,000 - $100,000 per year, depending on experience
Benefit Highlights: Health Insurance, Retirement Plans w/CRISTA match, Family Care, Paid Holidays, PTO, Tuition Discount at King’s Schools.
 
COMPANY OVERVIEW
CRISTA Ministries (“CRISTA”) is a Christian church community that exists to exercise and express its Christian beliefs. At the core of our Christian church community is the belief that as Christians, we are part of the priesthood of all believers, set forth in I Peter 2. We believe this priesthood calling rests upon all Christians and is a foundational, spiritual practice of our CRISTA community. This priesthood calling evokes within us the response to view our work as our ministry. We believe that all representatives of our community are ministers of the gospel and play equally important roles in exercising, expressing and teaching our beliefs (I Corinthians 12: 17-23).
 
CRISTA exists to make known the love of Jesus Christ through demonstrated works of service and ministry. We use every method available so that the people of the world may hear the Gospel, accept Christ as their Savior, and grow in their faith. We are a united family of Biblical Ministries inspired by a shared vision to serve and impact the young through the elderly, all cultures and backgrounds, in our own backyard and around the world through excellence in our service and operations. By leading a healthy and sustainable organization, CRISTA empowers its ministries to serve the needs of the world and share the Gospel, making disciples. Our commitment is to glorify, honor and obey the Lord in all we do through a workforce of ministers: our staff and volunteers who are called, committed, and faithful Christians.
 
CRISTA leads five distinct ministries in alignment with our calling to draw people into a transforming relationship with Christ. From World Concern’s relief and development efforts around the globe; from CRISTA Media’s stations that broadcast uplifting messages and music through your radio dials to the fireside songs that bring joy to campers year-round at CRISTA Camps; from the young minds equipped with knowledge at King’s Schools to the seniors receiving exceptional care at CRISTA Senior Living. Whether traversing the globe or right in our backyard, the CRISTA family of ministries is empowered to meet the needs of those we serve with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
 
CRISTA MINISTRIES MISSION AND VISION STATEMENTS 
  • Mission Statement: To fearlessly declare the Gospel, with Biblical truth and love, leading generations to follow Jesus.
  • Vision Statement: Until All Know Jesus.
CRISTA MINISTRIES CORE VALUES
  • Christ-Centered: We approach our work by faith, prayerfully believing God will do the miraculous.
  • Servanthood: We serve our world by meeting needs practically and spiritually.
  • Uncompromising Integrity: We are honest, transparent, and trustworthy – reflecting Jesus in all we do.
  • Holy Stewardship: We honor and maximize the potential of the resources, assets, and people God has entrusted to us.
  • Excellence: We serve with excellence knowing that we represent God in our work, words, and actions.
  • Unified Team: We are One CRISTA, united in the vision to transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
King’s School Purpose Statement
Purpose Statement: Building resilient disciples of Christ through Christian education.
 
POSITION SUMMARY
The Dean of Students will play a vital role in nurturing a Christ-centered environment by guiding students toward personal growth, responsibility and respect for one another. Uphold school policies and foster positive student behavior while promoting a culture of respect, accountability and Christian values. Work closely with students, parents and faculty to develop and implement proactive interventions, mediate conflicts and guide students toward positive character development. Lead students with wisdom and understanding during discipline moments, seeking to correct behavior while offering opportunities for growth and reconciliation. The Dean of Students oversees and supports the planning and execution of chapel, with a focus on cultivating meaningful student engagement through worship, reflection, and participation. In partnership with staff and student leaders, the Dean of Students helps create chapel experiences that encourage students to grow in their faith, understand God’s story, and actively live it out within the school and broader community.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
(General overview and may include all details of responsibilities)
 
Academic Integrity and Encouraging Christ-Like Behavior:
  • Develop and implement Christ-like strategies to support student behavior by collaborating and overseeing programs that encourage growth and development.
  • Address instances of academic misconduct by working collaboratively with teachers to guide students in understanding the importance of honesty and integrity, while encouraging growth through constructive consequences and education.
  • Provide support and resources to staff dealing with challenging student behaviors.
  • Maintain comprehensive records of behavior incidents, providing clear and transparent reports to administration and parents, while supporting processes that promote growth and improvement.
Conflict Resolution and Communication:
  • Promote and communicate restorative practices to resolve conflicts and build community.
  • Review behavior referrals from teachers, assess concerns and collaborate with students to identify solutions that promote positive behavior and personal growth.
  • Maintain regular communication with parents and guardians by sharing updates on student behavior, discuss any incidents and collaborate ongoing support to ensure student success.
  • Support teachers by addressing behavior concerns, investigating situations and guiding students toward positive resolutions.
Elementary Policies and Procedures:
  • Collaborate with school administrators to ensure fair and constructive processes for suspensions and expulsions.
  • Supervise common areas such as hallways, cafeterias and outdoor spaces to encourage positive student behavior and create a welcoming, safe environment.
  • Promote student adherence to school rules, policies, and codes of conduct by fostering a supportive and respectful environment, providing clear expectations, and encouraging open communication.
Elementary Culture:
  • Collaborate with school leaders to design and implement schoolwide positive behavior initiatives at King’s Elementary, inspiring and reinforcing positive student behavior through recognition programs.
  • Lead or help facilitate assemblies or workshops promoting healthy Elementary student experience.  
  • Engage students in programs and activities that promote respect, responsibility, and a safe learning environment. 
  • Support staff initiatives that enhance morale, foster collaboration, and cultivate a positive and thriving work environment. 
Collaboration and Teamwork:
  • Service on the elementary leadership team, contributing to the vision and short-term and long-term strategy planning.
  • Working with the principal, counselor, school security, CPS or law enforcement to address student issues. (I.E.: bullying, harassment, violence).
  • Work with teachers and staff to address Christian focused classroom management strategies with students.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
 
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
CHRIST CENTERED
  • Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior.
  • Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc.).
  • Prayerfully seeks God’s will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA.
  • Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
  • Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
  • Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
  • Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.
EDUCATION 
  • Bachelor’s Degree Required.
EXPERIENCE 
  • Three years working in education, preferably with a focus on student support and relationships
LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION 
  • Maintain professional certification and endorsements as required by King’s Schools and the State of Washington.
  • CPR/First AID/AED Training.
SOFTWARE / EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE 
  • Microsoft Suite, including Teams
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 
EDUCATION 
  • Master’s degree from accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent Preferred.
STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINTATION
CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith-based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King’s Schools, and World Concern.  As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA’s religious beliefs. CRISTA’s employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy.
 
Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God’s creation.

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