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The Park School is a Pre-K to Grade 8 independent school in Brookline, MA dedicated to excellence in education. The cornerstone of Park’s program is academic excellence, combining high standards of scholarship and the encouragement of each child to develop to his or her greatest potential. Our school community fosters a nurturing environment in which children develop curiosity, express creativity, appreciate the value of hard work and discipline, and experience the joy of learning. Park’s faculty encourages each student to strive for intellectual, physical, and moral growth and to become contributing members of the community.

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the Upper Division in support of Upper Division students, faculty, academic staff, and families 

• Evaluate annually the Upper Division faculty and staff guided by The Park School’s essential expectations for employees
• Lead the hiring process for all Upper Division faculty and academic staff positions
• Serve as a member of the Program Leadership Team composed of the Assistant Head of School for Curriculum & Instruction, the Lower Division Head, the Director of DEIB, and the Head of School
• Foster and maintain a positive Upper Division faculty culture focused on student experience and student success
• Engage proactively with Upper Division families regarding Upper Division curriculum and instruction 
• Engage interactively with Upper Division families regarding student experience in the context of student challenge and success
• Support the Assistant Upper Division Head in fostering and maintaining a positive and healthy Upper Division student culture and community
• Support the Assistant Upper Division Head in the execution of the Upper Division’s restorative practice and discipline processes
• Support the Assistant Upper Division Head in the execution of the Upper Division’s service learning curriculum and programming
• In partnership with the Assistant Head of School for Curriculum & Instruction, implement and maintain Upper Division curricular and instructional improvements, positioning Park as the very best PreK through Grade 8 school for our students

• In partnership with the Assistant Head of School for Curriculum & Instruction, attend to the Upper Division’s vertical and horizontal curricular alignment, guiding faculty in regular and comprehensive attention to and maintenance of Park’s PreK-8 curriculum maps (Atlas Rubicon)

• In partnership with the Assistant Head of School for Curriculum & Instruction, support the Upper Division faculty growth through annual goal setting, peer coaching, and professional development (Folio)
• In partnership with the Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion& Belonging and Assistant Head for Curriculum & Instruction, ensure that Park’s Upper Division curriculum and instructional practices demonstrate a purposeful and effective culturally responsive approach
• In partnership with the Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, ensure that Park’s hiring and retention practices foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging

• In partnership with the Upper Division Assistant Head, Director of Student Support, Grade Level Coordinators, and School Counselors, support and maintain the Upper Division SEL curriculum and programming

• In partnership with the Director of Academic Support and Assistant Head of School for Curriculum & Instruction, work to ensure that a range of diverse learners is served by Upper Division curriculum, instruction, and faculty
• In partnership with the Director of Strategic Marketing & Communications and Assistant Head of School for Curriculum & Instruction, clearly define and communicate the academic and instructional vision of the Upper Division to internal and external constituency groups
• In partnership with the Director of Enrollment Management, support the work of the Admission Office as it pertains to recruitment, assessment, and enrollment of prospective Upper Division students and families
• In partnership with the Director of Enrollment Management, work to retain Upper Division students and families through interactive engagement

• In partnership with the Assistant Head of School for Finance & Operations and other operational leaders manage the Upper Division budget, essential services, and Upper Division facilities

• In partnership with the Registrar, build the school schedule and student schedules  annually, and facilitate the creation of ad hoc schedules as needed
• Lead Upper Division faculty meetings 
• Supervise the Upper Division faculty
• Supervise the Upper Division Assistant Head, Assistant to the Upper Division Head, Director of Student Support (in partnership with the Lower Division Head), and School Counselors
• Supervise the Upper Division Department Chairs, Upper Division Grade Level Coordinators, and PreK-Grade 8 Department Chairs (in partnership with the Lower Division Head)

• Serve on the senior admin team, program leadership team, operational leadership team, employee care team, and the School’s emergency response team

• Lead specific initiatives as determined by the Head of School

• Meet expectations as defined by the Park School Employee Essential Expectations

• An advanced degree and a minimum of five years of administrative experience leading programmatic change

• Experience as a classroom teacher required
• Experience as a division head preferred
• Demonstrated depth of knowledge and skill regarding student-centered curriculum and pedagogy, applied learning, social-emotional learning, project-based instruction, and competency-based teaching and learning
• Demonstrated dedication to multiculturalism, equity, and inclusion in school settings with a record of accomplishment 
• Strategic thinking skills with a record of accomplishment in the implementation of change initiatives within progressive, student-centered schools
• Community building skill set and a capacity and interest in working with a broad spectrum of professional learners
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, allowing one to work effectively with colleagues, parents, and students
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including public speaking 
• A desire to work with colleagues, students, and parents in a PreK-8 school environment
• Ability to work collegially with multiple constituencies
• Strong organizational skills
• A good sense of humor
• A growth mindset

Working Hours: 

• Requires occasional evening and weekend work and requires active engagement in the life of the School community

Travel Requirements: 

• Some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required

Physical Requirements: 

• Sit and stand uninterrupted for 30 minutes periods of time.
• The ability to traverse on and across variable surfaces (e.g. level flooring, stairs, turf, gravel, asphalt, etc.).
• The ability to lead, supervise, and accompany students to all areas of the school campus (including all indoor and outdoor areas),  including during day-to-day responsibilities and in case of emergency. 
• The ability to position oneself  (e.g.,  stand, sit, crouch, and kneel down) in order to support students. 
• The ability to work outdoors, year-round, in variable weather conditions.
• The ability to lift and hold 15  lbs overhead. 
• The ability to occasionally  transport (e.g., move or drag)  25 lbs 
• The ability to maintain focus and composure in an energetic and, at times, loud environment

• The Park School’s Upper Division Head search is a retained search through Research Group 175 (RG175). To apply, please visit the RG175 website. Please submit a letter of interest (cover letter), resume, personal statement (educational/leadership philosophy), and four current references and contact information (optional).
• The Park School offers competitive salaries and benefits, including a strong professional development program.
• We welcome candidates who will add to the diversity of our community and who have demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in their teaching and learning.
• The Park School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression family composition, or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its employment, education, admission, financial aid, and other policies and programs.
• Job applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States. The Park School will not sponsor an employment visa or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this role.