Dean of Student Support Services

Position Type: Student Support Services/School Counselor Date Posted: 11/21/2025 Location: Academia Antonia Alonso District: Academia Antonia Alonso La Academia is a flourishing Dual Language K-8 School with a focus on nurturing bilingual, biliterate and multicultural children. Its community is diverse. Each student brings unique strengths and needs that an integrated Team works to meet each day. Communication and collaboration between staff and families allow La Academia to consider the whole child and foster academic success through a foundation of emotional and social wellbeing. At the heart of La Academia is the mission to cultivate joy in learning. Every day at La Academia we: Ensure that every student is an active member of the community who is known well, cared for, and respected; Ensure that teachers and administrators diligently make our mission, vision, and values actionable on a daily basis; Nurture an environment that encourages students to express their curiosity and creativity, to explore, and to take risks in learning, all of which are key to academic achievement; Believe that how children learn is just as important as what they learn. To continue with this endeavor, we are seeking a new TEAM member who is equally:Passionate Service Oriented Creative Collaborative A Problem Solver Motivated to inspire students Individuals looking to become part of our vibrant and diverse community with a strong work ethic and commitment to social justice are invited to apply to join our TEAM. Dean of Student Support Services JOB DESCRIPTION: La Academia's Dean of Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Wellbeing is a pivotal leadership role within La Academia, responsible for cultivating a supportive and nurturing environment that fosters the emotional and social growth of students. This position requires a deep understanding of social-emotional learning (SEL) principles, mental health practices, and behavioral intervention strategies. REPORTS TO: Executive Director DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Leadership and Strategy Development: Develop and implement a comprehensive vision and strategy for promoting social, emotional, and behavioral wellbeing throughout the institution. Collaborate with administrators, faculty, and staff to integrate SEL principles into the academic curriculum and extracurricular activities. Student Support Services: Collaborate with the Dean of Culture & Climate development and implementation of programs and initiatives that support the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students. Provide guidance and support to students experiencing emotional distress, behavioral challenges, or mental health issues in individuals and groups. Is an active leader of the MTSS Team who offers social, emotional, and behavioral prevention and intervention strategies for students in need. Responsible for conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) to understand the root causes of challenging behaviors in students. Faculty and Staff Development: Provide professional development opportunities for faculty and staff to enhance their understanding of SEL principles and strategies for supporting student wellbeing. Collaborate with the Dean of Campus Wellbeing to implement policies and procedures that promote a positive work environment and support the wellbeing of faculty and staff. Community Engagement: Foster partnerships with parents, community organizations, and mental health professionals to support the holistic development of students. Collaborate with the Dean of Campus WellBeing to organize workshops, seminars, Parent Universities and events to educate parents and community members about the importance of social-emotional learning and mental health awareness. Data Analysis and Evaluation: Collect and analyze data related to student wellbeing, including surveys, assessments, and behavioral incident reports. Member of the MTSS Team engaging in developing interventions related to social emotional wellbeing. Use data-driven insights to evaluate the effectiveness of SEL programs and interventions, and make recommendations for improvement. Crisis Response and Intervention: Develop protocols and procedures for responding to crises and emergencies related to student mental health and behavioral issues. Provide leadership and support during crisis situations, collaborating with relevant stakeholders to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all individuals involved. Perform other duties as assigned and/or stated in our Employee Handbook QUALIFICATIONS: Master's or doctoral degree in psychology, counseling, social work, education, or a related field. Experience in school counseling or a related field, with a focus on supporting the social, emotional, and behavioral wellbeing of students. Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others to prioritize student wellbeing. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff, and community members. Knowledge of evidence-based practices in social-emotional learning, mental health, and behavioral intervention. Experience in crisis management and intervention. Understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards related to student privacy, confidentiality, and mental health. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with the ability to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all individuals. Must be able to stand and work continuously for a minimum of 4 hours per workday Minimum lifting requirements- 50 pounds (with assistance) Must be able to use arms and hands without restrictions to accommodate the physical, mobility, and ambulatory needs of students ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position may require participation in professional development opportunities and conferences related to social-emotional learning and mental health. SUPERVISORY FUNCTIONS: May supervise a team of counselors, social workers, and other social emotional support staff. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and/or fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. This job involves repetitive stooping, twisting and bending. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to intervene in physically demanding behavioral interventions with physically aggressive students. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position EMPLOYMENT CONTINGENCY: Acceptable Criminal Background Check, Delaware Child Protection Registry, & TB Test Verification of Credentials and Past Employment Adherence to the Academia Antonia Alonso School's Policies SALARY & BENEFITS: This is a Full-Time 11-Month position. Salary ranges are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Health, Dental and Vision benefits are included. Attachment(s): Enter file description

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