Assistant Head of Upper School for Grades 11-12

Thaden-School; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Thaden-School in Bentonville, AR seeks a dedicated administrator to teach two courses and lead curricular and co-curricular initiatives. You will serve as the primary administrative contact for students and parents, coordinating with learning specialists, counselors, and the leadership team to support student success.

You will guide grade-level student support, develop faculty resources, lead PD opportunities, and supervise advisory and division meetings.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting students’ socio-emotional and academic growth.
• Knowledge of best practices in course design and standards-based grading.
• Ability to work effectively within a diverse school community.

Responsibilities

• Teaching two courses and intensives.
• Serving as an administrative contact for students and parents regarding curricular and co-curricular matters.
• Leading grade-level teams on student support in partnership with the learning specialist, school counselor, and other members of the administration.
• Facilitating the development of faculty members by providing resources, tools, and information to support classroom instruction and PD opportunities.
• Managing grade-level teams, developing the advisory program and schedule, leading division meetings, and facilitating student supervision.
• Supporting the development and management of co-curricular programs and activities (lunch, events, trips, retreats, senior celebrations).
• Developing and implementing student discipline policies and participating in the Risk Assessment Committee.
• Engaging in admissions by reviewing applicant files and assisting new students’ transition.
• Additional duties to lead and manage the school in line with its mission and standards.

Skills

Socio-emotional support

Teaching

Communication skills

Curriculum design

Professional development planning

Policy development

Discretion

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline

Graduate degree preferred

Job description

Role and Responsibilities:Teaching two courses and intensives.Serving as an administrative contact for students and parents regarding both curricular and co-curricular matters.Leading grade-level teams on student support in partnership with the learning specialist, school counselor, and other members of the administration.Facilitating the development of faculty members by:o Providing teachers with resources, tools, and information to support classroom instruction.o Working with the leadership team to develop professional development opportunities.Managing grade-level teams, developing the advisory program and schedule, leading division meetings, and facilitating student supervision.Supporting the development and management of other co-curricular programs and activities, including lunch, social events, class trips, retreats, and senior celebrations.Developing and implementing policies and practices regarding student discipline, including the administration of disciplinary proceedings and being an active participant in the Risk Assessment Committee.Engaging in the admissions process by reviewing applicant files, participating in the admissions review committee, and helping new students transition into the school.Additional duties as necessary to lead and manage the school in a manner consistent with its mission and academic standards.Experience and QualificationsPassion for supporting students’ socio-emotional and academic growth.Excellent judgment and discretion in handling urgent and sensitive matters.Knowledge of best practices in course design, teaching, and standards-based grading.Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a diverse school community.Ability to work in a challenging, fast-paced environment that requires versatility, adaptability, resourcefulness, and attention to detail.Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline; graduate degree(s) preferred, but not required.Physical RequirementsJob frequently requires standing, walking, and handling objects with hands.Job occasionally requires reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 25 pounds.Some work performed outside, exposed to changing weather conditions.