Dean of Students

Oversees all the non-academic and academic issues with the institution as broken below:

Student Advocacy and Well-being:

• Advocate for Students:The Dean of Students acts as a primary point of contact and advocate for students, addressing their concerns and needs. 
• Student Support:They provide support and guidance to students on various issues, including academic, social, and emotional well-being. 
• Student Development:They foster student growth and development by encouraging participation in extracurricular activities and promoting a sense of community. 
• Student Discipline:They are responsible for maintaining student discipline and addressing behavioral issues, ensuring a safe and positive learning environment. 

School Climate and Community:

• Fostering a Positive School Climate:The Dean of Students works to create a positive and inclusive school environment that promotes student engagement and well-being. 
• Community Engagement:They encourage student participation in school activities and events, fostering a sense of community and belonging. 
• Collaboration:They collaborate with teachers, staff, and administrators to address student needs and promote a positive school culture. 

Leadership and Management:

• Student Leadership:They nurture and coach student leaders, empowering them to take on leadership roles and contribute to the school community. 
• Program Development:They develop and implement programs that support student learning, development, and well-being. 
• Policy Implementation:They ensure that school policies and procedures are consistently and fairly implemented, creating a safe and equitable environment for all students. 

Specific Responsibilities:

• Attendance and Absences:Monitoring student attendance and addressing issues related to absences and tardiness. 
• Student Behavior:Keeping records of student behavior, addressing issues, and developing behavioral plans in collaboration with counselors and other staff. 
• Advisory Programs:Overseeing student advisory programs, where students have a faculty advisor to support their academic and personal development. 
• Communication:Facilitating communication among students, teachers, parents, and administrators. 
• Orientation and Transition:Assisting with student orientation and transition programs, ensuring a smooth transition for new students. 

This is under support of our able administration at St. Joseph’s Technical Training Institute for the Deaf.