Lower School Dean of Students

The Lovett School is seeking a passionate Lower School Dean of Students to join our community beginning July 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to support students, families, and faculty while fostering a positive, inclusive, and structured learning environment in the Lower School.

Join Our Lower School Leadership Team at The Lovett School!

Start Date: July 2026

Are you inspired by working with young learners and creating a school culture where every student feels seen, supported, and empowered? The Lovett School, an independent K-12 day school in Atlanta, is looking for a Lower School Dean of Students who thrives on building relationships, guiding students toward success, and partnering with faculty and families to foster a strong sense of community.

At Lovett, we believe that student growth happens both inside and outside the classroom. As our Dean of Students, you will be a visible, trusted presence throughout the school day, helping implement conduct policies, reinforce behavioral expectations, and guide restorative practices that build accountability and respect.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with the Assistant Head of Lower School for Student Life and Operations to maintain a structured, supportive learning environment.
• Implement and reinforce student conduct policies using restorative and relationally-based practices.
• Support daily school routines, including arrival, transitions, lunch, recess, and dismissal.
• Collaborate with faculty, the LS Belonging Coordinator, counselors, and chaplain to support students’ social and emotional growth.
• Provide guidance and strategies to teachers for managing positive classroom environments.
• Assist in planning and implementing student-centered programs, including orientations, off-campus trips, assemblies, and leadership initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and families to ensure clarity and consistency in behavioral expectations.
• Track behavioral data to identify trends and inform decisions.
• Maintain a visible presence throughout the school day to reinforce expectations and offer support.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred.
• Minimum five years of experience in Lower School teaching and/or school administration, preferably in an independent school setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build effective relationships with students, families, and faculty.
• Experience implementing restorative practices and relationally-based accountability systems.
• Knowledge of brain-based, developmentally appropriate classroom management.
• Ability to recognize, understand, and manage your own emotions while positively influencing the emotions of others.
• Passion for Lower School students and their developmental needs.

Why Lovett?

At The Lovett School, we are committed to building a community where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our educators are valued collaborators who share a commitment to curiosity, growth, inclusion, and integrity. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to:

• Shape a culture of belonging and engagement in the Lower School
• Partner with passionate colleagues in a supportive and collaborative environment
• Participate in meaningful programs that enrich students’ experiences beyond the classroom
• Be part of a school that celebrates creativity, diversity, and lifelong learning

Learn more about Lovett's Culture and Community's and why our school is such a special place to work and grow.

Ready to make an impact?
Apply today and help us create a thriving, supportive, and inclusive environment for every Lower School student.

Physical Demands:

NOTE: The Lovett School employment process includes a post-o?er drug (hair) test and background check. See the employment application for more information.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, and talk or hear. The position requires frequent typing, at times for long periods of the day. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.