Dean of Students – Grades 5-12

Position Type: Administration/Dean of Students (5th – 12th)

District: Blooming Prairie Public Schools

Starting Date: July 1, 2026

Reports To: Superintendent

Location: Blooming Prairie High School

202 4th Ave. NW, Blooming Prairie, MN 55917

Date of Posting: March 30, 2026

Deadline to Apply: April 20, 2026

Blooming Prairie Public Schools ISD #756

District Mission: The mission of Blooming Prairie Public Schools is to provide challenging opportunities for lifelong learning in a safe and caring environment.

Our Vision: To provide a safe and positive environment where all children can learn and grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

About Blooming Prairie Public Schools

The Blooming Prairie Intermediate/High school is composed of grades 5-12 and serves approximately 515 students. We provide a diverse curriculum that not only meets the state requirements but also allows all our students to explore their interests. In addition, we offer numerous college level classes and many of our students are able to graduate with college credit. We pride ourselves in being a school strong in technology. We have coding classes, STEM education, and Apple TVs. We are also a 1:1 device school, with each student having an I-Pad issued by the district. Outside of the school day, we provide numerous opportunities to be on sports teams and/or participate in music, the arts, robotics, and the trap team. Our staff is highly educated, and they continue to work to meet the needs of all learners. We provide ADSIS and special education programs as well as promote our PBIS, Prairie Pride, program. Our community provides tremendous support to our school system and many local businesses, and our Education Foundation, support our “extra” programs. Students who graduate from Blooming Prairie High School have the necessary skills to be successful in their next phase of life. At BPPS, we provide a well-rounded, quality education for all.

Primary Responsibilities

Discipline, Attendance, Communication

1.      Assist the admin team with the implementation of school district policies.

2.      Direct responsibilities with students for: registration, attendance, discipline, guidance and counseling services, etc.

3.      Work directly with students – evaluating grades, test scores, and other data to support individual growth.

4.      Aid students in course/subject selection and registration.

5.      Maintain student records and protect their confidentiality.

6.      Take an active role in interpreting and supporting the school’s objectives to students, parents, and the community at large.

7.      Remain readily available to students to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding and maturity.

8.      Work with teachers and other staff members to keep them informed of services offered by the administration with respect to improving the educational prospects of individual students being counseled to support path of successful graduation.

9.      Work with secretaries to coordinate substitute teachers.

Desired Knowledge and Skills

·         Knowledge of student services and adolescent development

·         Background in student conduct and school policies

·         Strong communication skills

·         Strong conflict-resolution skills

Salary: $75,000 – $90,000 pending 2026-2028 Contract Negotiations

Benefits: Health Insurance, Life/LTD Insurance, TRA retirement, & paid time off