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The Success Charter Network, a charter school management organization that opens and operates charter schools in New York, opened its flagship, Harlem Success Academy Charter School, in August 2006 in Harlem. The Success Charter Network is growing rapidly and opened 3 additional schools in the summer of 2008 with plans to open 40 schools over the next 10 years. Led by former New York City Council Education Committee Chair Eva Moskowitz, the Success Charter Network will open elementary schools in high-needs neighborhoods to not only target, but also prevent an achievement gap from ever arising. All schools opened and operated by the Success Charter Network are dedicated to academic excellence in all subject areas, character development, and extracurricular achievement.

The Success Charter Network is looking for a Dean of Students to oversee school culture, school disciplinary policies, special-needs services, and family communication. As an ambassador and guardian of the school's culture, the Dean of Students will raise academic standards and student achievement. He or she will do this by helping both students and their families to memorize, internalize and practice the school's core values. The Dean of Students will also play an active role in monitoring students' behavior both inside and outside of the classroom. He or she will support the faculty by taking initiative to address behavior problems as they arise, ensuring that students miss as little time in the classroom as possible. He or she will also handle suspensions and detentions, coordinate Saturday Academy, and manage parent interactions. The Dean of Students also will be an active member of the School Culture Committee and will play an integral role in planning, executing, and following up on scholar assemblies and family events.

Ideal candidates possess excellent interpersonal skills with young children, families, and teachers. Three to four years of urban, early childhood teaching experience preferred. Ideal candidates also have a proven track record of mediating conflict situations. Classroom instruction experience preferred.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a highly motivated team committed to education reform, educational choice, and the building of exemplary schools. The position is ideal for someone interested in education reform, teaching, and/or school leadership.

To apply, please visit us at www.harlemsuccess.org/careers. Resumes without cover letters will not be considered. No phone calls, please.