lower school assistant head

WHO WE ARE

Hamlin Robinson School (HRS) ignites the academic and creative potential of students with
dyslexia and other language-based learning differences. Since 1983, we have been
Washington’s only non-profit school dedicated exclusively to these students’ unique academic
and social-emotional needs.

We believe every child deserves a learning environment where they feel safe, understood, and
empowered. With small class sizes (1:15 teacher-student ratio) and a structured, multisensory
approach, students gain confidence and a sense of ownership over their learning through
meaningful moments of authentic success. In traditional school settings, students with dyslexia
often internalize their challenges as a personal failure—we exist to change that.

More than just academics, HRS is often the first place where students feel truly understood
and capable. For families, seeing their child engage joyfully in learning – sometimes for the first
time – is transformational.

Hamlin Robinson School values diversity and welcomes the unique contributions of people
from all backgrounds and identities. Please view our Equity Statement and full Non-
Discrimination Policy on the HRS Website.

WHY HAMLIN ROBINSON SCHOOL

• Purpose-Driven Leadership – As a key partner in Lower School leadership, you will lead

• Training & Support – Ongoing professional development, coaching, and collaboration is

• Collaborative & Aligned Community – Leadership at HRS is collaborative and

THE JOB

Position: Assistant Head of Lower School
Department: Administration
Reports to: Head of Lower School
Job Classification: Full time, 12-month exempt

WHO YOU ARE

• You are collaborative, adaptable, and committed to fostering a positive, mission-aligned

• Your leadership is grounded in integrity, warmth, and professionalism, building strong

• You possess strong project management skills and attention to detail, ensuring

• You have keen interpersonal and communication skills, adept at tailoring messages with

• You value empathy and authenticity, creating an environment where individuals feel

• You are dedicated to supporting students with dyslexia through research-based,

• You have deep experience in lower school teaching, curriculum, and implementing

• You are a strategic thinker who fosters growth in students and educators, valuing

• You uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
• You are curious and committed to ongoing professional growth.
  

RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS

• Work in close partnership with the Head of Lower School to uphold and advance the

• Demonstrate cultural competence and a strong commitment to HRS’s Mission, Core

• Serve as an extension of the Head of Lower School, ensuring cohesion in leadership,

• Cultivate and sustain a positive, mission-aligned school culture that fosters student

• Maintain a visible and active presence in the Lower School community, supporting

• Guide and mentor faculty, supporting their growth and ongoing development through

• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration among the Head of Lower School, Instructional

• Provide student behavioral coaching and interventions, as needed, while fostering a

• Support student progress monitoring, parent-teacher conferences, and reporting

• Assist in the planning and execution of faculty meetings, professional development, and

• Assume leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Head of Lower School.
  

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Salary: $110,000-$120,000 per year
Position Classification: Full Time, Exempt
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b (up to 7% employer match), Life insurance, Pet
insurance, and long-term disability.

HOW TO APPLY

1. Submit your Resume and Cover Letter:
Resumes and Cover Letters should be sent to:
Jessica Ruger, Head of Lower School, She/Her
Email: jobs@hamlinrobinson.org with “Assistant Head of Lower School” in the
subject line.

2. Please complete this brief questionnaire to lend insights into your unique perspectives
and experiences.