Middle / High School Dean of Students

Al Khobar, Ash Sharqiyah

International & Saudi / GCC National

Middle / High School Dean of Students

American School Dhahran (ASD)

Nov 19, 2025

Position Description

Location	Al Khobar, Eastern, Saudi Arabia
School / Site	American School Dharan
Division / Department	Middle / High School
Position Type	Administrator
Subject / Stages	-
Works days / Hours	210 Days @ 8 Hours per day
Position status	Full Time
Salary code	Administrator
Eligible Applicants	International, Saudi
Position start date	August 1, 2026
Application deadline	December 18, 2025
Reports To	Brent Wingers, Principal
Requisition Number	04-2627-021

SUMMARY

The International Schools Group (ISG) is a not-for-profit, future-focused school district in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. Our five campuses, located on four sites, are co-educational day campuses delivering Kindergarten through Grade 12 in the American program and Foundation Stage 1 through Year 13 in the British program to expatriate students as well as some students from the host country. Students enroll in either an American or British curriculum education which encompasses the following campus-specific higher-level programs: Advanced Placement (AP) Capstone Diploma, International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP), (I)GCSE and A levels.

History

Founded in 1962, ISG was originally established to serve the needs of expatriate families working for the U.S. Consulate in Dhahran.

From its initial enrollment of six students to its present status as a district of five campuses with approximately 3,400 students, ISG has earned a reputation for providing the highest quality American and British curriculum education. Today, over 70 nationalities make up the student population of the ISG community.

Governance

The district is governed by a Board of Trustees, supported by campus councils and a partnership with the U.S. Consulate, and is licensed by the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Education.

Accreditation and Membership

ISG is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA-CESS). British School Dhahran and Sara Village School are accredited by British Schools Overseas (BSO). American School Dhahran and ISG Jubail are authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO).

All ISG campuses are members of the Council of International Schools (CIS). British School Dhahran and Sara Village School are members of British Schools in the Middle East (BSME), Council of British International Schools (COBIS) and the Association of British Schools Overseas (AOBSO).

Our Mission, Core Values, Vision and Strategic Goals

Mission: We inspire innovation and compassionate action.

Core Values: Respect, acceptance, integrity, responsibility … with a commitment to act.

Our Vision: ISG’s world-class education empowers our diverse youth to excel academically, lead and learn, exercise compassion and kindness, and nourish their intellectual curiosity as they strive for a future of success, innovation, and personal fulfillment.

ISG is committed to the three strategic priorities of High-Quality Learning, Wellbeing and Belonging, and Professional Excellence. Each of these three priorities have identified goals and objectives and are supported with specific action steps.

ISG Learns

ISG is guided by our district mission, vision, core values, learning principles and assessment beliefs. Our shared focus is further complemented by the diversity of our community and core divisional curricula as we work in partnership with the community to educate tomorrow's future leaders. ISG maintains an emphasis on progressive teaching and learning. Curriculum and learning programs at ISG are evaluated and reviewed consistently, through the lens of current research and are reflective of this research and best practices. This ensures that our programs support high quality learning and are being implemented in the most effective way in the classroom in order to support student learning, enhance program outcomes and learning targets in our unique learning environment. The 2023-2024 ISG Learning Report showcases academic success, college acceptances, professional development, our graduate profile and more.

DEAN OF STUDENTS VACANCY FOR 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

American School Dhahran High School Principal, Brent A. Wingers, seeks an experienced, forward-thinking and passionate educator to lead and serve as the Middle / High School Dean of Students of American School Dhahran beginning August 1, 2026.

The Dean of Students position at ISG would:

collaborate on student well-being and belonging as well as social-emotional and personal growth
lead in pro-active discipline management, prevention and response
support child protection alongside other leaders at ISG
promote and collaborate on positive campus culture for students
ensure the school's values and educational frameworks are alive in the day-to-day learning at ISG
provide designed teacher development of classroom and behavior management

The Dean of Students at American School Dhahran will serve as an integral member of the campus leadership team, responsible for cultivating a supportive, positive, and academically disciplined student culture in the Middle and High School. The Dean of Students will partner with teachers, counselors, parents, and leadership to nurture students’ social, emotional, and behavioral development, while promoting our values of respect, responsibility, integrity, and community. This role will require a dynamic teacher leader who can inspire students, faculty and staff while contributing to the district-wide vision and strategic priorities.

The Dean of Students will join a campus leadership team that includes the two Principals, and three Assistant Principals, teacher facilitator leaders, grade level teacher leaders, and teacher department heads.

American School Dhahran at a glance

First established in 1962, American School Dhahran offers an American, standards-based curriculum to 1,350 KG1 to Grade 12 students, capped by either the AP Capstone Diploma or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).

Agency and autonomy increase as students progress, and students are given ample opportunities to grow through an exciting range of enrichment programs, and after-school activities, athletic programs and leadership opportunities. One Principal and two Assistant Principals lead the Elementary and Middle School while one Principal and one Assistant Principal leading the High School along with this position, Dean of Students, supporting students in MS and HS.

ISG is committed to the safety and protection of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

For more information on ISG, please see the website: http://www.isg.edu.sa/

JOB DUTIES

The successful Dean of Students candidate at ISG on the campus of American School Dhahran will serve as a key member of the campus leadership team, responsible for cultivating a supportive, positive, and academically disciplined student culture in the Middle and High Schools. The Dean will partner with teachers, counselors, parents, and administrators to nurture students’ social, emotional, and behavioral development, while promoting our values of respect, responsibility, integrity, and community.

Child Protection

Demonstrate a commitment to the safety and security of children and young people (child protection).
Collaborate with campus and district leaders in supporting child protection.

Student Support & Culture

Lead initiatives to build and sustain a positive, inclusive campus climate where students belong, feel connected, supported, and motivated.
Coordinate with counselors, teachers, and parents to identify students in need, develop intervention plans with student support services, and support their social-emotional learning.
Manage student behavior systems, including restorative practices, behavior referrals, and disciplinary responses, in alignment with ISG policies.
Track and analyze attendance, behavior, and discipline data to proactively address trends and support student success.
Enrich, expand, implement, and oversee advisory or mentorship programs to connect students with adult role models and peers.

Academic & Pastoral Leadership

Collaborate with campus leadership to align behavior expectations with ISG’s mission, learning principles, core values, and graduate profile.
Observe classrooms, support teachers with behavior management strategies, and promote a culture of mutual respect and high standards supporting wellbeing and belonging.
Collaborate on developing school policies, including student code of conduct and behavior management, which includes supporting students through all aspects of behavior re-integration.

Community Engagement & Collaboration

Serve as a liaison between students, parents, and the campus leadership to communicate expectations, provide guidance, and build trust.
Facilitate grade-level or cohort meetings, student-support team meetings, and parent-family conferences as needed to support behavior management founded on wellbeing and belonging concepts.
Partner with extracurricular, athletics, and activities leaders to support student engagement beyond the classroom.
Coordinate with the central office leadership, schoolwide campus leadership, teacher leaders, counselors, and other leaders across all of ISG related to student wellbeing, character education, and culture.

Safety, Wellbeing & Compliance

Promote student safety, well-being, and safeguarding in the school community, ensuring adherence to ISG’s child-protection policies.
Lead crisis response, conflict resolution, and restorative circles when needed, working closely with counseling, campus leadership, and parents.
Develop and conduct professional learning for faculty, staff, and student leaders on behavior management, restorative practices, and trauma-informed approaches.

Professional Learning & Leadership

Coach and mentor teachers, particularly around classroom management, student engagement, and socio-emotional supports.
Lead or support professional learning with a focus on restorative discipline, social-emotional learning, and student well-being and belonging.
Serve on the campus leadership team contributing to strategic planning, school improvement initiatives, and accreditation efforts.
Represent the campus in parent, community, and district-level meetings as needed.

Other

Perform other duties as assigned by the High School Principal.

QUALIFICATIONS, and KNOWLEDGE

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Campus Counseling, or related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in an educational environment.
Experience in student behavior management, pastoral care, counseling, or student life.
Strong understanding of child development, adolescent needs, and social-emotional learning.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
Experience working in culturally diverse and international school settings is highly desirable.
Experience in collaboratively creating a strong program of student success for a diverse student group.

Knowledge

The ideal candidate will have:

Solid understanding of the curriculum and learning in the American program to support students overall learning experiences.
Familiarity with and ability to lead in a learning environment consistent with ISG’s adopted standards, beliefs, graduate profile, learning principles, assessment beliefs, and school improvement goals.
Knowledge of current trends and best practices in education, particularly in relation to supporting student wellbeing and belonging.
Understanding of student development, encompassing academic, social, and emotional learning.
Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques and disciplinary responses that foster a positive and safe learning environment encouraging wellbeing and belonging.
Familiarity with child protection and safeguarding practices and procedures.
Knowledge of the principles of inclusive education and how differentiated instruction meets and supports diverse student needs.
Understanding of school and campus operations, including practices and procedures, and student welfare.
Knowledge of the processes involved in supporting professional learning in an educational environment.
Awareness of the cultural norms, laws, and restrictions in Saudi Arabia, and the ability to work effectively within those guidelines.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Experience

The ideal candidate will have:

Experience with restorative discipline practices or alternative behavior management systems.
Experience as a child protection lead (CPL) or other related experience to support CPL.
Leadership experience on a campus leadership team or in a student-support role.

Skills

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication, including presentation skills.
Ability to communicate tactfully, constructively, and appropriately to diverse audiences.
Ability to build and deepen positive stakeholder relationships through transparent behavior.
Active listening and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to build consensus and navigate complex situations.

Cultural Competence and Collaboration

Sensitivity to and cultural awareness of all stakeholders, with the ability to adapt work style to meet their needs.
Ability to work collaboratively with leadership, students, faculty, parents, and staff as well as the wider community to achieve shared goals.
Ability to work in a focused team environment to meet common and agreed-upon goals.

Personal and Professional Attributes

A kind, empathetic, and approachable leader who is committed to student wellbeing.
Strong integrity, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.
Ability to stay organized and remain calm under pressure.
Collaborative mindset and ability to work with a wide variety of stakeholders.
Passion for cultivating student potential and ensuring every student has a strong sense of wellbeing and belonging.

Organizational and Management Skills

Effective time management, prioritization, and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Highly-developed creative problem-solving and organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to use initiative and sound judgment.
Proven track record in collaboratively leading change and school improvement initiatives, including school- and campus-wide strategic priorities and accreditation/inspection goals.
Ability to anticipate stakeholder needs and demonstrate responsiveness.

Technical Skills

Proven ability to use a range of technology, have an awareness of evolving technology, and support for the use of technology in learning and efficiencies in the organization.