Assistant Division Director

Paisboa; Lower Merion Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Notre Dame is seeking an Assistant Division Director to shape student culture, oversee behavior, and coordinate student life across the Upper and Middle Schools. The role collaborates with the Director of Upper School and the Director of Middle School to foster a safe, inclusive, and joyful environment where students are known, valued, and empowered to lead.

Occasional teaching or club leadership may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in middle or high school settings including leadership roles.
• Experience in conflict resolution and restorative discipline practices desirable.

Responsibilities

• Shape student culture, conduct, and behavior across Upper and Middle School.
• Oversee daily student life logistics and safety protocols.
• Plan and supervise co-curricular programming and school events.
• Collaborate with division directors on student support and well-being initiatives.
• Teach an academic class or lead clubs as needed.
• Lead orientation for fall and manage student clubs and activities.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Conflict resolution

Event planning

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The Assistant Division Director is responsible for shaping student culture, character development, and everyday student engagement across the Academy. Reporting directly to the Director of Upper School and working in close partnership with the Director of Middle School, the Assistant Division Director establishes a safe, inclusive, and joyful school environment where students are known, valued, and empowered to lead. This role supports student well-being initiatives, manages daily student life logistics, oversees student conduct and disciplinary processes, and coordinates co‑curricular programming in alignment with Notre Dame’s Mission and the Hallmarks of a Notre Dame Learning Community. As needed, this position will teach an academic class, facilitate a club, serve as a homeroom advisor, and/or support other classroom and extra‑curricular programs. Some other options:

Key Responsibilities and Essential Duties

Student Culture, Conduct, and Behavior

• Student Culture: Establish, articulate, and maintain clear community standards, behavioral expectations, and policies as outlined in the Parent/Student Handbook and Honor Code, in alignment with Notre Dame’s Mission and the Hallmarks of a Notre Dame Learning Community.
• Student Conduct and Behavior: Serve as the primary administrator handling student conduct, behavioral interventions, and disciplinary matters across Upper and Middle School divisions. Serve as the initial administrative touchpoint for parent questions or concerns regarding student conduct, dress code, co‑curricular involvement, and peer dynamics.
• Culture of Belonging and Sisterhood: In partnership with the Director of Inclusive Programs and Belonging and the Division Directors, promote a culture of belonging, cross‑cultural competence, and sisterhood. Design, implement, and reiterate specialized student programming focused on building sisterhood, inclusivity, and community.
• Student Support: Actively serve on the Student Support Team and collaborate with the Director of Student Support on social‑emotional learning, advisory curriculum, and well‑being initiatives.

Student Life and Leadership

• Student Leadership: Design and implement student leadership development programs that empower young women to lead with purpose, empathy, and conviction.
• Team and Grade‑Level Leadership: Participates on the Mission and Leadership Team, led by Director of Inclusive Programs and Belonging, ensuring alignment across Student Council, Campus Ministry, Global Leadership, and Student clubs and activities.
• Class Traditions and Milestone Events: Directly manage operational preparation and event supervision for key milestones such as 8th Grade Mass of Thanksgiving, Ring Mass, Prom, Baccalaureate, Commencement, and other student recognition ceremonies.
• Student Orientation: Lead the planning and execution of Middle School and Upper School orientation programs each fall.
• Clubs and Co‑Curriculars: Supervise and manage the student activities and club program including scheduling, tracking participation, insuring faculty mentorship, and providing equitable access for student engagement.

Daily School Operations and Student Supervision

• Daily Student Life and Expectations: Maintain highly visible leadership during daily routines (arrival, lunch, dismissal). Establish, educate on, and uphold schoolwide behavioral and community expectations, including attendance.
• Academic and Event Scheduling Logistics: Manage cross‑campus scheduling logistics for grade‑level field trips, class photos, picture days, Back to School Night logistics, and school event supervision, including emergency response/safety protocols.
• Student Lockers, Parking, and Facilities Logistics: Manage the administrative assignment of student lockers, parking passes, and daily campus space utilization.

Qualification Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Counseling, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in middle or high school, including classroom teaching, leadership role (administrative/departmental/grade‑level), and/or student counseling.

Core Competencies

• Deep commitment to all‑girls, faith‑based education and alignment with the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur Hallmarks.
• Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with the ability to navigate delicate, high‑stakes parent conversations with empathy and firmness.
• Demonstrated expertise in conflict resolution, restorative discipline practices, and student behavior management.
• Strong organizational, event planning, and multi‑tasking abilities in a fast‑paced environment.
• High degree of cultural humility, discretion, fairness, and professional integrity.
• Hours: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Daily, plus attendance at select evening/weekend student events, school traditions, and athletic contests.
• Summer Expectation: 8 days of on campus planning coordinated with the Division Directors and Director of Inclusive Programs and Belonging for program planning purposes.
• Communication: Periodic check of email required on weekends and holiday breaks.