Middle School Dean of Students

The Bush School is dedicated to valuing different perspectives and backgrounds, inspiring curiosity, motivating employees to take risks, and encouraging compassion and kindness. Our employees enjoy an environment that inspires creativity while being part of a collaborative community.

Middle School Dean of Students (Seattle, WA)                 

Full Time (1.0 FTE) Salary/Exempt

Academic Year Schedule (August 1, 2025- June 30, 2026)

*This position is eligible for health benefits (details during hiring process). 

*This position requires applicants to be, at the time of application, legally authorized to

work in the United States. The Bush School does not offer visa sponsorship for this

position and will not consider applicants who require visa sponsorship. 

The Bush School is in search of an individual to join our Middle School team as a Middle School Dean of Students. We are seeking a candidate who is able to support the school’s mission of diversity and inclusion and who has a background that demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of intercultural fluency.  We are building a team in which diversity of experiences, backgrounds, and talents are valued in order to work with a diverse community of students, faculty, staff and families. We encourage those of diverse backgrounds to apply.

This position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day, community life experience of students in a way that centers each student’s well-being and connection to the community. The Middle School Dean of Students reports directly to the Middle School Director and works closely with the three Grade Level Coordinators and Middle School Faculty and Staff Members.   

While other duties may be assigned, a qualified candidate will be able to manage the key responsibilities and tasks listed below:

• Oversee the day-to-day, community life experience of students in a way that centers each student’s well-being and connection to the community
• Weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into all aspects of student life, striving to create the sense of belonging needed in a thriving community
• Manage disciplinary matters along with the Grade Level Coordinators in a way that promotes accountability, consistency, and student growth and learning, which includes facilitating Discipline Committee meetings as needed
• Coordinate programming for weekly town halls
• Lead the Grade Level Coordinators, planning agendas for weekly meetings and supporting their work with their respective grade level teams
• Collaborate with the Experiential Education Manager to help plan grade level retreats
• Oversee and organize student clubs 
• Lead, organize, and plan grade specific advisory programs, ensuring clear communication of its goals, expectations for our weekly advisory program
• Together with the faculty committee chair, oversee and collaborate with the faculty and student Social Committees to organize student social events
• Meet weekly with the Middle School Director and the Student Support Team
• Other duties as assigned and needed for successful implementation of the Middle School program

Experience and Professional Competencies:

• Experience in teaching is required, with 3 or more years preferred
• Experience in an independent school leadership or teaching environment is preferred
• A bachelor’s degree is required 
• A graduate degree in education or related field is preferred

Successful candidates will have: 

• A philosophy that aligns with the school’s mission and values – please review the school’s mission and values on our website (www.bush.edu)
• An ability to work collaboratively with others
• An ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) with others, including administrators, colleagues, staff, students and families to maintain constructive, positive and professional relationships
• A commitment to completing work in a timely and thorough manner while being conscientious about assignments and deadlines
• Have proficient skills in the use of technology, including, but not limited to Mac or Windows OS, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and relevant cloud-based tools
• Outstanding organizational and problem-solving skills
• An ability to create and execute on processes and systems
• A willingness to participate in professional growth/development opportunities 

Additional Requirements:

• Have a current Adult and Children CPR, First Aid and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date)
• Meet the school’s standards when completing two separate background screenings

Compensation/Benefit Information for this position:

• Salary Range: $$105,000 - $115,000
• The school offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package to benefits-eligible employees, which includes:
  • Employer-paid medical insurance for eligible employees (includes an employee paid buy-up plan option)
  • Employer-paid dental and vision insurance for eligible employees
  • Health Savings Account with employer contribution for eligible employees 
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance for dependents of eligible employees (employee paid)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care) available to eligible employees (employee paid)
  • Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance for eligible employees
  • Employer-paid Life Insurance for eligible employees
  • Optional Voluntary Life Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)
  • Optional Voluntary Accident Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)
  • Optional Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)
  • Retirement Plan available to eligible employees. The Retirement Plan includes generous employer contributions that align with specific years of service.
  • Employee Assistance Program for eligible employees and their dependents
  • School lunch discounts
  • Free parking at Seattle, WA campus
  • Use of school fitness center   
  • Paid Time Off (sick leave and personal days)
  • Professional Development opportunities

HOW TO APPLY 

Applicants interested in applying for this opportunity should visit our website at www.bush.edu and navigate to the employment section of the website (found under the “About Bush” tab) for additional information/instructions.

If you are interested in working at The Bush School, but this position doesn’t fit your talents, please visit our website for additional openings: www.bush.edu.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

The Bush School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment, recruitment, admission or administration of any of its programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information.  In addition, The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment based on the basis of age or marital status.