What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Upper School position at The New Community School?
The Director of Upper School will oversee all aspects of the Upper School Division, creating a supportive and effective learning environment that promotes student growth, academic achievement, and personal development. The Director of Upper School serves as the primary contact for Upper School teachers, parents, and students.
Essential Duties
· Oversee the daily operation of the division, including budget, calendar, class and teacher schedules, faculty meetings, and student conduct.
· Work closely with other members of the school leadership team to develop and implement school-wide policies, programs, and initiatives.
· Be a visible presence in all division areas. Foster a welcoming, open, collaborative, and reflective school culture.
· Act as the instructional leader of the division, reviewing and evaluating academic programs in collaboration with the Associate Head of School.
· Communicate regularly with and be available to parents to ensure the parent/school partnership.
· Observe, support, develop, supervise and evaluate the faculty
· Collaborate with teachers, Director of the Middle School and other members of the leadership team to advance the division and maintain overall school alignment, which includes working to ensure a culture of well-being, belonging, and smooth transitions for students throughout their Upper School journey.
· Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that prioritizes student engagement, differentiation, and effective learning strategies.
· Collaborate with the social emotional counselor to provide holistic, personalized support for students.
· Collaborate with the college and career counselor to support students’ successful transition to post-secondary pathways.
· Ensure that the Upper School experience prepares students with the skills and strategies reflected in the Portrait of a Graduate.
· Implement initiatives that promote personal growth, resilience, and self-advocacy among students.
· Maintain alignment among the School’s mission statement, strategic plan, and all division activities, ensuring consistency with the School’s overall philosophy and direction.
Qualifications:
· A strong interest in learning disabilities and working with students who have struggled in previous school placements
· Leadership/Administrative experience
· Minimum 5 years teaching experience
· Master’s degree preferred
· Experience working in an Independent School setting preferred
· Virginia Administration & Supervision license preferred