What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lower School Division Head position at Alexandria Country Day School?
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Posted: 24-Feb-25
Location: Alexandria, Louisiana
Type: Full Time
Categories
Division Head/Principal
Preferred Education
Masters
Position Overview
Alexandria Country Day School currently seeks a Lower School Division Head to join the school’s administration team as a 12-month employee and oversee all operations of the Lower School division. The Head of Lower School works closely with the Head of School, other Division Heads, and the administrative team. Under the direct supervision of the Head of School, the Lower School Head serves as the instructional leader for grades PreK3 through 2. Serving as the chief administrative and academic officer of the Lower School, the Head of Lower School supports the mission of Country Day by implementing programs that challenge students to reach their full potential. This leader is responsible for all activities involving students and faculty, including developing, implementing, and maintaining all academic, athletic, and extracurricular programs in the lower school.
The Successful Candidate Would Ideally Have The Following Background
About Alexandria Country Day School
Alexandria Country Day School is a PK3 - 12th grade independent school and is an accredited member of ISAS.
Connections working at Alexandria Country Day School
https://careers.nais.org/jobs/21101973/lower-school-division-head
Posted: 24-Feb-25
Location: Alexandria, Louisiana
Type: Full Time
Categories
Division Head/Principal
Preferred Education
Masters
Position Overview
Alexandria Country Day School currently seeks a Lower School Division Head to join the school’s administration team as a 12-month employee and oversee all operations of the Lower School division. The Head of Lower School works closely with the Head of School, other Division Heads, and the administrative team. Under the direct supervision of the Head of School, the Lower School Head serves as the instructional leader for grades PreK3 through 2. Serving as the chief administrative and academic officer of the Lower School, the Head of Lower School supports the mission of Country Day by implementing programs that challenge students to reach their full potential. This leader is responsible for all activities involving students and faculty, including developing, implementing, and maintaining all academic, athletic, and extracurricular programs in the lower school.
The Successful Candidate Would Ideally Have The Following Background
- Minimum of a BA or BS degree in education and a master’s degree in early childhood or educational leadership is preferred
- Superb verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to and ease with speaking in public
- A team player who values collaboration
- A minimum of 5 years of successful lower school teaching experience is preferred
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Approachable, values relationships, and has a sense of humor
- Open-minded, values feedback and input from others, but not afraid to make bold decisions to promote the greater good of the school community
About Alexandria Country Day School
Alexandria Country Day School is a PK3 - 12th grade independent school and is an accredited member of ISAS.
Connections working at Alexandria Country Day School
https://careers.nais.org/jobs/21101973/lower-school-division-head