Assistant Director of Upper School

Key Responsibilities

Oak Hall School  seeks a dynamic, experienced, and collaborative educator-leader to join our Upper School team as Assistant Director of the Upper School.  The ideal candidate is a flexible creative thinker, thrives when managing multiple initiatives, and is passionate about student-centered education. We invite well-qualified applicants to apply for this position which will begin with the 2020-2021 school year.

Key Responsibilities​

• Actively support the mission of the school
• Assist the Upper School Director and administrative staff in overseeing the daily operations of the division and the school at large
• Mentor and support the development of Upper School teachers and identify professional development opportunities geared toward teachers’ growth in all areas
• Take a lead role in the planning and execution of special events, ceremonies, parent informational sessions, as assigned
• Assist with and/or lead divisional meetings
• Observe and evaluate Faculty and participate in the faculty evaluation process
• Instill, promote, and model a mindset of life-long learning
• Partner with existing faculty in leadership of clubs and extracurricular activities 
• Develop and deliver up to two class sections, as assigned
  • Plan, evaluate, and revise curriculum, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction as needed with an emphasis on developing students as critical thinkers
  • Promote a positive classroom environment and demonstrate strong classroom management skills to create and maintain a learning environment that ensures high levels of learning for all students
  • Assess and document each student’s performance/progress both formally and informally to meet the School's standards, and provide regular feedback to students and their parents 
  • Work collaboratively with the Upper School team, and the greater Oak Hall community 
  • Serve as Advisor to a group of assigned students; mentor and advocate for your students
  • Maintain expertise in subject matter through professional development. 
• Be a role model of integrity and professionalism
• Meet regular and predictable attendance requirements, including attending division and other school meetings, professional days, graduation, Late Start meetings, sporting events, evening and weekend special events and other required events
•  Adhere to School policies as described in the Employee Handbook and other materials
• Other duties as assigned ​​​​​

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Master’s degree preferred
• A minimum of five years of teaching experience, preferably in an Upper School or higher education
• Strong background (3 years+) of progressive school leadership responsibilities and/or mentoring, preferably in an independent school setting, required
• Demonstrated administrative, facilitative, and presentation skills
• Demonstrated planning, organizational, and time-management skills to effectively prioritize multiple initiatives simultaneously and achieve desired goals and successful outcomes within defined periods of time 
• Must possess a keen understanding of the development and social-emotional needs of upper school students 
• Must possess a strong commitment to a balance between academics and co- and extra-curricular activities
• Must be friendly and approachable, and possess the people skills and leadership style to effectively inspire, manage, collaborate with, and mentor a team as a respected member of the school community
• Comfortable and confident leading difficult conversations with students, parents, and/or faculty
• Must understand and possess the finesse required to lead with a flexible, yet decisive style
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills with a demonstrated ability, willingness, and judgment to communicate effectively and form positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and other constituencies in an independent school setting 
• An extraordinary work ethic and the ability to accept and meet unexpected challenges with grace and a positive attitude
• Knowledge and understanding of various learning styles and differentiated instruction
• Ability to inspire, engage, empower, and educate and evaluate students with vigor and creativity
• A history of commitment to professional development and life-long learning
• A high degree of professionalism, collegiality, and personal conduct both in and outside of school
• Enthusiasm and commitment to the vision and Mission of the School

Compensation includes comprehensive employee benefits package; salary is commensurate with background and experience.

Qualified candidates should be prepared to upload a cover letter, resume, copies of transcripts, and a statement of educational philosophy.