Middle School Dean of Student Supports

Originally founded in 1991 as Harlem RBI, DREAM has grown to annually serve more than 2,500 youth across East Harlem and the South Bronx through a network of seven PreK-12, extended-day, extended-year DREAM Charter Schools and community sports-based youth development programs. Through our commitment to rigorous academics, social-emotional learning, deep family and community engagement, and health and wellness, we create lifelong learners who are equipped to fulfill their vision of success in and out of the classroom. We dream big, as well, with an aggressive five-year plan to expand to serve 3,500 students across seven schools—growing our organization’s impact and leveling the playing field for all children. To learn more, visit wearedream.org. Reporting to the Principal, this position will serve as a leader for staff and parents with regard to special education services and regulations. In addition, the Middle School Dean of Student Supports will work closely with the Network Director of Special Education and the school-based leadership team to ensure the implementation of special education policies and the integration of student support services.   The Middle School Dean of Student Supports should thoroughly understand state and federal regulations and local policies regarding children with special needs.  The candidate should have experience leading IEP Meetings, coaching teachers when writing IEP reports, adhering to all timelines/deadlines, and demonstrating a solution-oriented mindset when working through challenging situations.  The Middle School Dean of Student Supports should be flexible, self-motivated, a team player, and be able to manage up effectively.   Like all DREAM employees, the Middle School Dean of Student Supports should demonstrate a strong commitment to the mission and values of DREAM and have substantial expertise in all areas of responsibility. Candidates must also value DREAM’s comprehensive approach to education and desire to make a lasting impact in underserved communities as part of a growing organization.       Major Focus Areas: Special Education Compliance Teaching Caseload Students with IEPs & Below Grade Level Response to Intervention (RTI) SPED Teacher/Dept Leadership