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The Rivers School · 5 hours ago

Assistant Head of Middle School

Weston, Massachusetts, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$105K/yr - $125K/yr

5+ years exp

The Rivers School is a co-ed independent day school seeking an Assistant Head of Middle School to join their dynamic and innovative community. This role involves providing leadership and support in the Middle School program, including coaching faculty, leading curriculum initiatives, and promoting student well-being.

EducationHigher EducationPrimary Education

Responsibilities

Partnering with the Head of Middle School and Middle School Dean of Student Life to lead and continually evolve the middle school program, guided by the pillars of the 2025 Strategic Plan

Providing direct, ongoing coaching, mentorship, and evaluation of teaching faculty, with an emphasis on instructional growth and reflective practice

Serving on the Academic Leadership Team with an emphasis on refining and developing systems in the Middle School, and exploring how those systems help bridge the transition from Middle School to Upper School

Leading initiatives related to curriculum review, revision, and development to ensure alignment with school-wide goals and best practices in middle school teaching and learning, as well as the most recent neuroscience research

Promoting pedagogical excellence by facilitating professional development experiences, observing classes, and supporting teachers in implementing innovative, research-based instructional strategies

Collaborating with the Academic Leadership Team and the Middle School Administrative Team to optimize the implementation of a new daily schedule

Collaborating with the Equity and Engagement Office to consider thoughtful integration of community engagement, global education, and diversity, equity, and inclusion competencies in curriculum and classroom practices

Collaborating closely with the student support team to promote student well-being and ensure a robust, responsive network of academic and social-emotional support

Supporting the admissions and enrollment process, alongside the Head of Middle School and Director of Enrollment Management

Partnering with faculty, families, and the Learning Services Office to address student academic concerns

Helping design and lead parent/caregiver education events that reflect the school’s values and support families through the middle school years

Communicating with parents/caregivers

Collaborating with Middle School Administration and grade-level deans to coordinate special events, division-wide programming, and community-building experiences

Assuming the responsibilities of the Head of Middle School in his absence

Qualification

Curriculum developmentInstructional leadershipSchool leadership experienceAdolescent developmentStudent wellness educationDiversityInclusionCommunication skillsFacilitation skillsOrganizational skillsCollaborative spirit