Jobs

Director of Summer and Auxiliary Programs
Starting Winter 2026
Full-Time Position with Benefits

About Glen Urquhart School
Glen Urquhart School (GUS) is an independent, coeducational day school for students in Pre-Kindergarten
through Grade 8, located 45 minutes north of Boston in Beverly Farms, Massachusetts. Founded in 1977, GUS is
rooted in an experiential, place-based philosophy that encourages curiosity, creativity, and deep engagement.
Our campus, people, and programs reflect a joyful commitment to meaningful learning and strong community
connection.

Position Overview

Glen Urquhart School seeks a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and strategic leader to serve as Director of Summer and
Auxiliary Programs. This year-round, full-time position is a member of the GUS Administrative Team and plays a
critical role in advancing the School’s mission through the development, management, and growth of non-tuition,
revenue-generating programs.

The Director oversees all summer and auxiliary programming—including SUMMER@GUS, FUN@GUS,
EXPLORE@GUS, aftercare, transportation, and vacation programs—and works collaboratively across
departments to ensure these programs are mission-aligned, financially sound, and strategically positioned for
long-term growth.

Reporting directly to the Head of School, and working closely with the Director of Finance, the Director of
Summer and Auxiliary Programs is a key partner in identifying opportunities to expand program offerings,
leverage campus and faculty expertise, and grow auxiliary income in thoughtful, sustainable ways.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Strategic Leadership & Administrative Team Partnership
● Serve as an active and collaborative member of the GUS Administrative Team, contributing to
school-wide planning, decision-making, and long-range strategy
● Partner closely with the Head of School and Director of Finance to set financial goals, monitor
performance, and identify opportunities for strategic growth in auxiliary revenue
● Build strong connections between academic programming and auxiliary offerings, leveraging the
School’s mission, people, and campus in creative and mission-aligned ways
● Think expansively and entrepreneurially about new programs, partnerships, and offerings that strengthen
both community engagement and financial sustainability
Program Oversight & Development
● Direct and oversee SUMMER@GUS, an ACA-accredited camp with an outstanding reputation across the
North Shore
● Develop, implement, and manage auxiliary programs during the academic year, including aftercare,
vacation programming, transportation, and enrichment offerings
● Recruit, hire, train, and supervise year-round and seasonal staff for all summer and auxiliary programs,
ensuring strong leadership, clear expectations, and a positive, mission-aligned culture
● Build staffing models that balance program quality, financial sustainability, and the developmental needs
of children
● Ensure program quality, safety, and consistency across all auxiliary offerings
● Evaluate programs regularly for both financial viability and mission alignment, making data-informed
recommendations for growth and program refinements

At GUS, we recognize that there are innumerable ways to learn, grow, and excel professionally. When reviewing
applications, we take a broad view of each candidate’s experience in order to understand the unique strengths
they will bring to the work. That said, we are most likely to be interested in your candidacy if you demonstrate the
majority of the qualifications and experiences listed below:
● Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
● Five to seven years of administrative leadership experience in summer, auxiliary, or youth-serving
programs, preferably in a nonprofit or independent school setting
● Experience working directly with children and families
● Excellent written and oral communication skills
● Strong organizational and operational management skills
● Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset and comfort with innovation and growth
● Familiarity with marketing, enrollment, and program promotion
● Participation in or familiarity with professional organizations such as SPARC, ACA, or similar associations
is preferred

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. This position is eligible for benefits.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to gusjobs@gus.org with the subject line “Director of Summer and Auxiliary Programs.”

Glen Urquhart School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
religion or creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic background, age,
disability, or military service in its hiring, employment, or educational programs and activities.