ALC Dean of Students (part-time) 2025-26

POSITION AVAILABLE:  ALC Dean of Students

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POSITION LOCATION:  Southwest West Central Service Cooperative (SWWC), with placement at the ALC– Windom located in Windom, MN.

POSITION SUMMARY:  The ALC Dean of Students assists the Director of Alternative Programs in the overall administration and support for alternative education programs.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Assist with student behavior management and discipline, including problem solving behavioral concerns, utilizing positive behavior supports.
Provide supplementary support to teachers by monitoring student progress and addressing issues before they escalate.
Collaborate with districts and students to understand challenges and identify opportunities for growth.
Facilitate meetings as needed to address student needs and ensure continuous program development.
Contribute to the implementation of operational guidelines related to building organization, maintenance, security, student conduct, and food service.
Promote the program as a reputable, long-term educational option rather than a temporary solution.
Identify areas for improvement and ensure students receive comprehensive support to thrive academically and socially.
Support the administrator in overseeing day-to-day program operations while prioritizing hands-on student engagement.
Provide effective public relations and customer service with member districts, staff, parents, MDE, and the general public; conduct staff meetings to share information and gather feedback.
Monitor student attendance and work collaboratively with social workers and county staff to resolve truancy concerns.
Act as the site contact for managing the student referral process and summer school programming.
Attend IEP meetings as the administrative designee.
Implement and enforce all policies and regulations as required by the agency and applicable laws.
Regular and prompt attendance is essential to the role.
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required; Master’s Degree preferred; with considerable experience as a teacher; Minnesota licensure as teacher required; valid driver’s license required.

SALARY:  This part-time position (108 days) begins on August 6, 2025, for the 2025-2026 school year, with a salary range of $32,952 to $46,937, depending on education, qualifications, abilities, and experience.
APPLICATION MATERIALS:  Complete online application at  www.swwc.org/application and include cover letter, application form, resume and two letters of reference.

QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLICATION/REQUEST COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION/REQUEST AN ACCOMMODATION: Contact Kari Bailey, Staffing Coordinator at 507-828-6374 or [email protected] .

QUESTIONS ABOUT POSITION:  Contact  Stephanie Strenge at 507-831-6935 or [email protected].

DUE DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:  Position will remain open until filled.

WHAT IS THE SWWC?  The Southwest West Central Service Cooperative is a regional service agency committed to advancing the work of our members (schools, cities, counties, and other governmental agencies).  With a focus on service, integrity, sincerity and collaboration, we are committed to building relationships with our members to ensure we are a collaborative partner providing exceptional services, innovative solutions and proactive support. Our vision is to create a future where children, families schools and communities learn, succeed and thrive. Authorized by MN Statute as a regional resource for our members; we are a public agency that provides a comprehensive range of educational and administrative programs and services to our members.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:  It is the policy of the Southwest West Central Service Cooperative (SWWC) to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:   SWWC’s mission is to support and enhance the work of our members by providing programs and services to meet their needs.  To support and enhance all of our members, we need to embrace and celebrate all of our members.  SWWC works to identify unique frameworks within the various communities we serve and actively responds by adjusting our practices to meet the ever changing needs.  We strive to recruit diverse and inclusive teams that will have a positive impact on our programs and services and help us better serve our members, customers and employees.