Faculty and staff at Sussex are highly engaged and enjoy the flexibility, challenge, and creativity associated with progressive education. Through the arts, outdoors, and challenging curriculum we cultivate citizenship, creativity, courage, and critical thinking in our students.
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Successful Sussex staff, educators, and contractors understand that building and maintaining a school is both an art and a craft. They create nurturing spaces where learners feel safe to take risks, ask challenging questions, and discover their unique paths forward. Our employees and contractors work collaboratively to develop a school that prioritizes the growth of learners as humans, always keeping our core values of Critical Thinking, Creativity, Courage, and Citizenship at the center of their practice.
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Sussex School is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to diversity as a core value. We support equal access and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. Candidates from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.
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Careers at Sussex
​​​​​​​​​Dean of Students
At Sussex School, we believe schools are communities first. The Dean of Students plays a critical leadership role in shaping a student culture rooted in belonging, accountability, and growth. This position is designed for an experienced, relational leader who believes deeply in progressive education, social-emotional learning, restorative practices, and inclusive learning support.
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The Dean of Students works closely with Co-Heads of School, administration team, school counselor, teachers, and families to support the whole child—academically, socially, emotionally, and developmentally—while helping Sussex continue its journey toward a more just, student-centered, and progressive school experience.
This role blends systems-level thinking with daily, student-facing work. It requires someone who can hold complexity, build trust across stakeholder groups, and design structures that help young people learn from mistakes while remaining connected to community—while also ensuring that all learners receive the academic supports they need to thrive.
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Why Sussex School?
Sussex is a progressive K–8 school in Missoula, Montana, grounded in the belief that education should be joyful, challenging, and deeply human. We value learner voice, interdisciplinary learning, the arts, outdoor education, and strong relationships. We are a school in motion—reflective, evolving, and committed to becoming better together. This role is not about maintaining the status quo. It’s for someone who wants to help build what school can be.
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Core Purpose of the Role
To cultivate and sustain a healthy, inclusive student culture by:
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Centering social-emotional learning, restorative practices, and inclusive learning support
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Supporting students through proactive, relational, and developmentally responsive systems
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Partnering with educators and families to ensure students feel known, supported, and valued
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Strengthening school-wide systems that align discipline, care, accountability, and access to learning
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Work Environment & Expectations
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Full-time, in-person role during the academic year
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Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000 Annually
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Occasional evening and weekend commitments for events and community presence
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Active participation in school life, including supervision duties and community events
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Limited travel for professional learning may be required
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How to Apply
Please submit materials by Sunday, April 26th:
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A resume
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A cover letter explaining your interest in the Dean of Students role and your alignment with progressive education
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A brief reflection or example that illustrates your approach to SEL, restorative practice, or student support
Send application materials to employ@sussexschool.org.
Sussex School is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.