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MT. EDGECUMBE HIGH SCHOOL
Sitka, Alaska | Alaska Department of Education & Early Development
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT — RESIDENTIAL DEAN
Residential Life & Student Services | Academic Year Position
About Mt. Edgecumbe High School
Mt. Edgecumbe High School (MEHS) is Alaska's only state-operated residential boarding high school, serving students from rural and remote communities across the state. Located on the historic Japonski Island in Sitka, Alaska, MEHS provides a rigorous college-preparatory academic program within a structured residential environment. The school has a proud legacy of serving Alaska Native students and young people from communities where local high school options are limited or unavailable. Students live on campus in dormitories and participate in a full program of academic, residential, and extracurricular life — including a competitive interscholastic athletics program. MEHS is operated by the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development (DEED).
Position Summary
The Residential Dean is a residential life and student services professional responsible for the welfare, conduct, and extracurricular development of MEHS students during evening and weekend hours. The Residential Dean serves as the secondary administrator on duty during non-instructional hours, working with the residential principal overseeing the residential program, managing the student discipline process, maintaining active communication with parents and guardians, and directing the school's interscholastic athletics program. This role requires sound judgment, strong organizational skills, cultural competence, and a genuine commitment to the success of students from Alaska's diverse rural communities.
Position Details
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Position Title |
Residential Dean |
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School |
Mt. Edgecumbe High School (MEHS) |
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Location |
Sitka, Alaska |
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Department |
Residential Life & Student Services |
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Employer |
Alaska Department of Education & Early Development (DEED) |
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Employment Type |
Full-Time, Teacher Contract |
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Primary Schedule |
Evenings and Weekends (academic year); some daytime duties |
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Reports To |
Principal / Director of Residential Life |
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Supervises |
Residential Advisors (RAs), Student Activities Staff, Student Athletes |
Schedule and Hours of Duty
This is an afternoon/evening/weekend residential position. Primary duty hours are evenings and weekends during the academic year, though the role includes cross-functional responsibilities that may require flexibility. A typical weekly schedule includes:
• Sunday – Thursday evenings: Residential supervision, study hall oversight, student discipline response, and parent communication
• Friday – Saturday: Weekend duty rotation, athletic events, and student activities oversight
• Athletic Director duties: May include daytime coordination, travel to away competitions, and coordination with coaching staff
• On-call availability during residential duty hours for student emergencies and critical incidents
• Participation in all-staff meetings, residential team meetings, and school events as scheduled
The Residential Dean is assigned specific on-call and duty rotations in coordination with other residential life staff. Compensatory time and scheduling accommodations are provided in accordance with DEED policy and any applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
I. Residential Life and Student Supervision
• Provide active supervision of student dormitories, common areas, and campus during assigned evening and weekend duty hours
• Enforce residential life policies, dormitory rules, and curfew expectations consistently and equitably
• Conduct or oversee nightly room checks, sign-in/sign-out procedures, and student accountability protocols
• Respond to student emergencies, behavioral incidents, and health concerns during duty hours; coordinate with school nurse, counselors, and administrators as needed
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and structured living environment that respects the cultural backgrounds of students from across Alaska
• Serve as a visible, approachable presence in the residential program — building positive relationships with students and modeling respect and accountability
• Support residential advisors (RAs) and residential life staff in their daily responsibilities; provide coaching and supervision
II. Student Discipline — Processing and Documentation
• Serve as the secondary person responsible for receiving, investigating, and processing student behavioral referrals during residential hours
• Conduct fair, thorough, and timely investigations of student conduct issues; interview students, witnesses, and staff as appropriate
• Apply MEHS and DEED disciplinary policies and procedures consistently; assign appropriate consequences in accordance with the student code of conduct
• Maintain accurate, detailed discipline records in the student information system; ensure all incidents are documented within required timelines
• Issue formal disciplinary notices, probationary agreements, and behavioral contracts as warranted
• Collaborate with academic staff, counselors, and the principal on cases involving suspension, dismissal, or significant student concerns
• Facilitate restorative conversations between students when appropriate; promote a disciplinary approach that is corrective, not solely punitive
• Ensure due process protections are followed in all formal disciplinary proceedings
• Provide the residential principal with regular summary reports on residential discipline trends and recurring concerns
• Participate is student assessment meeting
III. Parent and Guardian Communication
• Serve as a primary point of contact for parents and guardians regarding residential life, student conduct, and student wellbeing
• Notify parents and guardians of all significant disciplinary actions, behavioral incidents, and student health or safety concerns in a timely manner
• Conduct parent/guardian conferences — by phone, video, or in-person — regarding student conduct, behavioral plans, or probationary status
• Provide regular, proactive communication to families about their student's progress and adjustment in the residential program
• Maintain respectful, culturally sensitive communication with families representing Alaska's diverse Native and rural communities
• Coordinate with school counselors and social workers on family communication involving sensitive welfare concerns
• Document all significant parent contacts in the student information system
IV. Athletic Director
• Serve as the school's primary administrator responsible for all interscholastic athletic programs
• Oversee compliance with Alaska School Activities Association (ASAA) eligibility rules, transfer regulations, and program standards
• Recruit, hire, supervise, and evaluate head coaches and assistant coaches across all sponsored sports
• Develop and manage the annual athletic department budget; process purchase orders, travel authorizations, and equipment requests
• Schedule home and away athletic contests; coordinate facilities, transportation, officials, and event staffing
• Organize and supervise home athletic events; ensure the safety of student-athletes, officials, and spectators
• Monitor and certify student-athlete academic eligibility each grading period in collaboration with academic staff
• Coordinate athlete travel logistics for away competitions, including chaperone assignments and parent/guardian consent
• Maintain accurate records of athletic participation, awards, and program outcomes
• Serve as the school's representative to the Southeast Alaska Activities Region and ASAA committees as assigned
• Promote sportsmanship, school spirit, and a positive athletic culture among student-athletes, coaches, and spectators
• Ensure equitable athletic opportunities in compliance with Title IX requirements
V. General Administrative and Campus Responsibilities
• Participate in the residential life leadership team and contribute to program planning, policy development, and continuous improvement
• Assist in the coordination of residential and school-wide student activities, special events, and student government functions
• Complete required reports, logs, and documentation in a timely and accurate manner
• Maintain confidentiality of student records and sensitive information in accordance with FERPA
• Participate in professional development, training, and required certifications as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or director of residential life
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements
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Area |
Requirement |
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Education |
Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred (Education, Administration, Counseling, Student Affairs, or related field) |
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Experience |
Minimum 2 years working with adolescents, school, or athletic settings; boarding school experience preferred |
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Certification |
Alaska Teaching Certificate required; First Aid/CPR certification required (or obtainable within 30 days of hire) |
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Athletics |
Experience coaching, administering, or coordinating interscholastic athletics required; ASAA rules training required within 60 days |
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Other |
Valid driver's license; ability to pass Alaska DEED background check; willingness to reside in on-campus housing |
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in a residential boarding school setting
• Experience working with Alaska Native students and communities or other indigenous populations
• Coaching experience in one or more ASAA-sponsored sports
• Proficiency with student information systems (e.g., PowerSchool, REACH)
• Training in trauma-informed care, restorative practices, or adolescent development
• Familiarity with Alaska rural communities and the unique needs of students living away from home
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
• Evening, weekend, and rotating on-call duty throughout the academic year
• Active, hands-on supervision of students in dormitory, gym, and outdoor settings
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies at any time during duty hours
• Occasional travel with student-athletes to regional and state athletic competitions
• Work in a culturally diverse environment serving students from across Alaska
• Physical activity associated with athletic program oversight (gym, fields, travel)
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following materials:
• Letter of interest addressing your qualifications and your commitment to serving residential students from rural Alaska
• Current résumé or curriculum vitae
• Copies of Alaska teaching certificate or professional credentials (if applicable)
• Three professional references with current contact information
• Authorization for Alaska DEED background check (provided upon request)
Application materials should be submitted to:
Mt. Edgecumbe High School — Superintendents Office
davidl@mehs.us
1330 Seward Ave, Sitka, Alaska 99835
Alaska Department of Education & Early Development | deed.alaska.gov
Mt. Edgecumbe High School and the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development are Equal Opportunity Employers. We strongly encourage applications from Alaska Native and American Indian candidates and individuals with experience serving rural and Indigenous communities. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Accepting International Visa Applicants?
No
Start Date
Aug 13, 2026
About
Mt. Edgecumbe High School is a public boarding school operated by the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development (DEED). Initially established in 1947 by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Mt. Edgecumbe High School provided Alaska Native students in grades 9-12 with the opportunity to acquire a traditional education that was unavailable in rural Alaska. Serving as many as 600 students at its largest, the school closed temporarily in 1983 as the Bureau of Indian Affairs reduced its role in Alaskan Education. In 1985, the school reopened under the governance of the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development.
The central role of Mt. Edgecumbe High School in Alaskan education is to provide a broad range of academic and extra-curricular opportunities that are unavailable to students in isolated home schools and communities. Academic expectations are high, and students who attend are expected to enroll in higher education or other vocational training. The official governing body charged with oversight is the Alaska State Board of Education.
Demographics: Typically, over 400 students from approximately 110 villages throughout Alaska attend Mt. Edgecumbe High School. Approximately 65% of the student body is female, and 35% is male. Alaska Native students comprise 80-95% of the student population, 6-10% are typically Caucasian, and we usually have a population that includes students of Asian, Hispanic, and African American descent. Between 60-80% of students in attendance generally meet federal guidelines for free & reduced lunches. Annually, between 75% and 90% of graduates are accepted into post-secondary institutions, the military, or career and technical education.
Selection Criteria: Applicants must be Alaska residents of high school age who demonstrate a strong interest in learning and are capable of living successfully in a residential setting. The State Board of Education has established the following criteria for acceptance at Mt. Edgecumbe High School: availability of a high school program in the student's home community, any particular requirements (educational, emotional or family) that make the structured, residential setting provided at Mt. Edgecumbe High School advisable, degree to which the student is expected to benefit from the academic and social programs, the degree to which the student will bring background experiences, skills and abilities that will enhance the educational potential of the student body and academic performance as demonstrated by transcripts and test scores.