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Dean of Students jobs are open across higher education, K-12 school districts, and boarding schools, from entry-level student affairs coordinator to senior dean and vice president, with specializations in student conduct, residential life, and mental health advocacy. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Assistant Principal or Dean of Students (TOSA)
Millicoma School
We are seeking a dynamic and collaborative Assistant Principal or Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) to join the leadership team at Millicoma School; one of two schools that serves students in grades 3-6 within the Coos Bay School District.
Our new crew member will work closely with the building principal and staff to foster an environment where students thrive academically and socially. Emphasis will be placed on supporting literacy initiatives, particularly through Oregon Response to Instruction and Intervention (ORTIi), along with school-wide improvement efforts focused on attendance, behavior support, and student engagement. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for improving student outcomes and contributing to a positive, inclusive school culture.
Why Coos Bay School District?
Our district's mission statement is central to all that we do: Each student is known by name, strengths, and needs, and ALL students graduate with a plan: Enrolled, Employed, or Enlisted (3Es). This mission reflects our commitment to ensuring that every student in Coos Bay is prepared for life beyond school. It guides our work and reminds us daily of the importance of knowing our students as individuals, recognizing their unique abilities, and supporting them to achieve their full potential.
Responsibilities:
Instructional Leadership: Collaborate with the principal and teaching staff to implement best practices in literacy instruction, particularly through Oregon Response to Instruction and Intervention (ORTIi), to improve student reading outcomes.
School Culture and Climate: Foster a positive school climate that promotes high expectations for academic achievement, student behavior, and attendance. Lead efforts to improve school-wide attendance and behavior interventions.
Student Support and Management: Utilize Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) for academics and behavior, ensuring all students receive the appropriate support to succeed.
Parent and Community Engagement: Build strong partnerships with families and the community to support student success.
Staff Development: Work with teachers and staff to ensure quality professional development and effective instructional practices, including teacher evaluations.
Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze student data, including attendance and behavior trends, to inform decisions and create improvement strategies.
Program and Compliance Oversight: Ensure compliance with Oregon state laws, including special education, 504 plans, and Federal programs such as Title 1, Title IX, and Title X.
Education & Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Education or a related field with an approved TSPC license.
- An Oregon Administrative License, is preferred, however not necessary.
- Experience in staff supervision, curriculum and instruction, assessment, and educational reform is desired.
Desired Qualities:
- Experience: Requires 3-5 years of experience in teaching or leading an elementary school, with expertise in literacy instruction, particularly within the Oregon Response to Intervention (ORTIi) framework.
- Collaborative Leadership: Ability to work collaboratively with staff, yet make decisive, data-driven decisions for school improvement.
- MTSS Expertise: Experience with MTSS in academic (literacy and math) and behavioral contexts, specifically for striving students.
- Teacher and Staff Evaluation: Familiarity with evaluating teacher effectiveness and providing feedback to improve instructional practices.
- Behavioral and Attendance Supports: Demonstrated ability to lead school-wide efforts to improve attendance and implement effective behavior support and management systems.
- Positive Behavior Management: Training in Collaborative Problem Solving and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) is highly desirable.
- Special Education and 504 Knowledge: Experience with special education and 504 plans.
- Oregon State Laws & Federal Programs: Knowledge of Oregon school laws and regulations, as well as Federal grants and programs such as Title 1, Title IX, and Title X
- Elementary Mathematics Leadership: Demonstrated knowledge of elementary math content standards and ability to lead standards-based instruction. Experience implementing elementary math curriculum with fidelity. Proficiency in using adaptive math software to support differentiation and intervention. Ability to analyze and interpret math assessment data (universal screeners, benchmark, and progress monitoring) to inform instructional decisions. Supports PLCs in identifying essential math standards, pacing guides, and formative assessment practices. Encourages a schoolwide math culture that emphasizes conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and real-world application.
We offer a competitive benefit package including PERS pickup and generous monthly insurance contribution
Salary will depend on our candidate's experience and professional qualifications
For more information, please contact the Director of Human Resources, Michelle Barton, at michelleba@coos-bay.k12.or.us or (541) 267-3104 x 1110
Students, their families, employees and potential employees of the Coos Bay School District 9 are hereby notified that the Coos Bay School System does not discriminate on the basis of perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, or perceived disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, veterans' status in employment, vocational programs, or activities as set forth in compliance with federal and state statutes and regulations.
The district prohibits discrimination and harassment, including but not limited to; in employment, assignment and promotion of personnel; in educational opportunities and services offered students; in student assignments to schools and classes; in student discipline; in location and use of facilities; in educational offerings and materials
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in dean of students jobs.
- Master's degree in student affairs, higher education administration, counseling, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience managing student conduct processes and Title IX compliance
- Minimum of five to seven years of progressively responsible student affairs experience
- Proficiency with student information systems and case management platforms
- Experience developing and assessing programs for student retention and success
- Strong crisis intervention skills and familiarity with behavioral threat assessment protocols
Tips for Your Dean of Students Job Search
Tailor your resume to institutional culture
Community colleges, research universities, and private boarding schools each expect different emphases. Highlight conduct case management experience for research universities and community-building programs for smaller colleges. Generic student affairs resumes rarely advance past the initial screen.
Quantify your student caseload and outcomes
Hiring committees want to see scale. Replace vague claims with numbers: students served, conduct hearings managed, retention programs launched. Demonstrable outcomes tied to your work signal readiness for a dean-level role more clearly than titles alone.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists dean of students openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your student population experience
Institutions filter heavily by familiarity with their student demographics. If you've worked with first-generation students, adult learners, or residential populations, search for those terms in job descriptions and mirror the language back in your cover letter.
Prepare a philosophy statement before interviews
Most dean of students searches include a written or verbal question about your student affairs philosophy. Draft a focused two-to-three paragraph statement that connects your approach to student development theory, then practice delivering it conversationally so it doesn't sound rehearsed.
Negotiate start date and professional development funding
Higher education searches often close months before the start date. When negotiating your offer, ask about conference travel budgets and graduate coursework reimbursement alongside start date flexibility. These are routinely negotiable and rarely offered without being requested.
Dean of Students Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most dean of studentss?
The most active employers for dean of studentss right now are University of Miami, Hope College, and Coos Bay SD 9, and the most openings are in Florida, Texas, and Montana, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Community colleges and regional universities tend to post more frequently than large research institutions, which often run longer, committee-heavy searches.
How do you become a dean of students?
Start by earning a master's degree in student affairs, higher education administration, or a closely related field. Build experience in entry-level student affairs roles such as residence life, academic advising, or student conduct. Progress to an associate or assistant dean position, develop expertise in one or two specializations, and pursue a doctorate if you're targeting research universities or senior leadership tracks.
Can you get hired as a dean of students with little experience?
Direct entry to a dean of students title with no higher education experience is rare, but you can accelerate your path by targeting assistant dean or student affairs coordinator roles first. Institutions that serve non-traditional or community college populations are often more open to candidates who demonstrate strong crisis management, counseling backgrounds, or transferable leadership from K-12 settings.
What does the dean of students interview process look like?
Most searches involve a phone or video screen, followed by a campus visit that typically includes a full-day schedule with student panels, faculty meetings, senior leadership interviews, and a public presentation or philosophy forum. Finalists are usually asked to respond to a hypothetical conduct or crisis scenario. The process from application to offer commonly takes several months.
Where can I find and apply to dean of students jobs?
You can find and apply to dean of students jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from colleges, universities, and school districts across the United States. Search for roles that fit your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that matches your background.
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