Dean of Students Jobs in Texas

A Dean of Students plays a pivotal role in school administration. They are responsible for overseeing student academic progress, ensuring a safe and conducive learning environment, developing and implementing school policies, and addressing student behavioral issues. They are often the go-to person for parents, teachers, and students for any school-related issues. The Dean of Students also collaborates closely with other administrators to develop and execute strategies aimed at improving student retention and success.

Important skills for a Dean of Students include strong leadership, excellent communication, conflict resolution, and a deep understanding of educational policies and procedures. They should also possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to work well with diverse groups of people. Certifications may vary depending on the level of the institution, but usually, a Master's Degree in Education Administration or a related field, and in some cases, a doctoral degree is required. A valid administrative credential may also be necessary. Prior to becoming a Dean of Students, an individual might serve as a High School Principal, Assistant Principal, or a School Counselor.

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JOB TITLE/POSITION: International Student Services Coordinator and Ministry Liaison for Africa for Post-Secondary Educational Institution (Non-Exempt) HSU JOB FAMILY CLASSIFICATION: Student Services...

Job Description POSITION: Dean of Students REPORTS TO: Director of Student Support POSITION TYPE: 11-month START DATE: 25-26 School Year COMPENSATION: Starting at $65,264 annually At YES Prep, work...

Middle School Academic Dean

  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago

Collaborating on a shared vision for school improvement. Encouraging innovation to improve student outcomes....

Dean of Instruction

  • Azle, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Azle, TX
  • 2 days ago

Dean of Instruction-Assistant principal role with a focus on academics and instructional coaching.

Dean of Students/Coach

  • Mount Vernon, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, TX
  • 2 days ago

At a minimum, must be enrolled and working towards Texas principal certification Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) appraiser Special Knowledge/Skills: Working knowledge...

Elementary Assistant Principal or Dean of Students

  • Brady, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Brady, TX
  • 2 days ago

Description/Notes: Qualifications: Applicant must have at least 3 years of classroom teaching experience, hold a valid SBEC Principal Certification or equivalent or working towards a Principal certification...

ASCOCC Director Student Affairs (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited) Central Oregon Community College, United States about 3 hours ago Location: Bend, TEXAS Job Type: Temporary Deadline: ;...

DAL-Enrollment Mgmt & Student Aff SubDivision-Department: DAL-Dean of Students Department: DAL-Dean of Students-520000 Job Location: Dallas Salary: Commensurate with experience FTE: 1.000000 Retirement...

2025 - 2026 Academic Dean

  • Lubbock, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Lubbock, TX
  • 4 days ago

Position Type: Campus Administration/Academic Dean Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: Estacado High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Title: Academic Dean Wage/Hour Status:...

Dean of Students

  • Walnut Springs, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Walnut Springs, TX
  • 5 days ago

4, 2025 Starting Date:Jul 31, 2025 Job Description Dean of Students Fill out application at www.walnutspringsisd.net Position Type:Full-time...

Department: Office of the Dean Salary: Commensurate with experience Description: The Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine at the University of Houston is recruiting for a non-tenure track...

Minimum of three years' experience in medical education, faculty development, or a related area....

Dean, College of Education

  • Prairie View, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Prairie View, TX
  • 8 days ago

Prairie View A&M University Dean of the Whitlowe R. Green College of Education Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) seeks an inspiring and innovative leader to serve as Dean of the Whitlowe R....

Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 9 days ago

Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students Position Summary: The Vice President for Student Affairs ( VPSA )/Dean of Students is the chief student affairs officer, reports directly to the President...

Evaluator; Participating in strategic district-led professional development for instructional leaders; Facilitating and/or supporting the facilitation of grade-level planning time for a cohort of teachers...

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Salary for Dean of Students Jobs in Texas

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSchoolAdministrators research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dean of Students positions.



Highest Education Level

Dean of Studentss in Texas offer the following education background
Master's Degree
55.3%
Doctorate Degree
22.6%
Bachelor's Degree
14.2%
High School or GED
3.6%
Associate's Degree
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
Some High School
0.4%
Some College
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dean of Studentss in Texas
4-6 years
33.6%
10+ years
25.5%
6-8 years
18.4%
2-4 years
8.6%
8-10 years
8.0%
1-2 years
5.6%
Less than 1 year
0.4%



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