Associate Dean Of Students, Eldoret

Nova Pioneer is looking for a superstar Associate Dean of Students to lead our upcoming High School campuses in Eldoret. We are seeking a dynamic individual who wants to champion the growth and culture in our school. This is an exciting opportunity to create a transformative brand with the future of Africa’s youth at stake.
As an Associate Dean of Students, you will develop and lead our parent partnership model alongside the Principal and our teaching teams. In addition you will build relationships with staff and parents to facilitate academic and discipline strategies in the schools.

About You:

You have a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and are TSC certified
You have held a Grade Head or Head of Department position within a school

You have excellent inter-personal and leadership skills that encompass trust and respect

You have excellent communication and people management skills

You have strong project management skills

You have an ability to be flexible, adaptable, innovative and creative

You understand the complexities of working in a multi-faceted organization
You have a passion for students character development

Responsibilities

a) Work with the Principal to articulate a compelling short- and long-term vision for the development of the school’s culture and programb) Set and model a consistent tone of highest expectations, joy, and growth mindset

c) Lead key school rituals as needed to model and ingrain culture through setting up culture committees and mentorship programs

d) Quickly identify and respond to classroom/school culture or behavior issues

e) Engage with the many stakeholders who make up Nova Pioneer community- parents, students and teachers by:

Coordinating and planning parent events, fora and seminars

Writing parent communication and serving as first point of contact on parent queries and concerns

Coordinating 1:1 parent meetings

Managing student behaviour by maintaining a school behaviour tracker
Coach teachers on managing student behaviour
Job Requirements
Required education
: Bachelor's degree

Required relevant work experience
: 3 years

Required languages:
English (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent)