Mirman School seeks an experienced full-time Upper School Division Head who is compelled by the school’s mission.
Mirman School supports differentiation with our students’ curiosities and passions with cross-curricular integration.
Teachers are also engaged in regular collaboration, curriculum development, and pedagogical reflection.
The Division Head is charged with the comprehensive responsibility for all activities involving students and faculty in the Upper School.
At Mirman School, we work collaboratively to support our unique population of highly gifted learners.
We have a firm commitment to educating the whole child, and nurturing talents in all dimensions — academic, kinesthetic, and artistic.
By fully integrating a commitment to inclusivity as well as a strong social emotional learning curriculum, we challenge our students and each other to be dynamic problem-solvers and thoughtful citizens of this increasingly complex society.
Mirman School actively seeks to enhance and support diversity and inclusion within its community, and is an equal opportunity employer.
Mirman School encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.
Essential Job Functions:
● To maintain congruence between the school’s board-approved mission statement, inclusivity statement, and all activities of the Upper School
● To act as the educational leader of the Upper School, responsible for its day-to-day operation; to direct the activities of the instructional staff in the performance of their duties
● To function as the chief articulator of Upper School programs, expectations, behavioral guidelines, and other information necessary to ensure that all constituencies are fully informed, keeping consistent to their individual roles
● To supervise the teaching process and to review and evaluate the academic programs
● To lead the Academic Policies in the articulation of the school mission, school goals, department goals, course objectives, materials, methods and means of assessment
● To provide an orderly, controlled environment in which learning can take place, a school climate that is supportive, and one that reflects high morale
● To be aware of the educational, physical, social, and psychological needs of the members of our school community and to develop plans for meeting these needs
● To oversee and direct the activities of the department chairs, the sponsors of various student organizations and activities, and specific faculty committees
● To maintain the educational standards established by CAIS and NAIS
● To make recommendations to the Head of School regarding the hiring, retention, and assignment of faculty
● To establish programs for the orientation of new teachers, for in-service training of all teachers, and for the evaluation of classroom teachers, to ensure that teachers are familiar with and adhere to school policies in all areas of the school operation
● To strive for dignity, belonging, harmony, and cooperation through tact, helpfulness, respect, and a recognition of individual differences and the special abilities and strengths of each teacher
● To conduct regular meetings with faculty, which will deal both with routine school matters and with the stimulating exchange of ideas on issues of educational/philosophical interest and concern
● To oversee the coordination of the co-curricular and extra-curricular activity programs of the division; to assist in the planning and the presentation of school assemblies and programs; to assist in maintaining a comprehensive calendar of school events; to keep the entire school community informed of various school programs and activities
● To provide for the academic guidance of students; to oversee the grading and the reporting of standards and methods used by teachers in measuring student achievement
● To be responsible for establishing guidelines for proper student conduct and dress; to maintain student discipline consonant with school policies; to monitor students’ adherence to established school rules; to maintain accurate records of student citizenship
● To be a visible presence in all areas of the school; to work toward a resolution of all problems
– both routine and unique
– as they arise; to keep the Head of School informed of the general programs, activities, and problems of the school
● To assist in the preparation of Upper School teacher class schedules, assigning students to classes, and other obligations
● To serve as a consultant to teachers in matters of classroom management, teaching methods, and general school procedures
● To assist in the admission process for the testing, interviewing, and evaluating of applicants for enrollment
● To work with the Head of School and other administrators on outplacement for Upper School students
● To perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School
● To support the school and its leadership Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s Degree required; advanced degree preferred.
● Teaching and/or School Administration experience.
● Minimum of 5 years of experience managing complex programs in a cross-functional environment.
● Experience in the educational section is preferred.
● Passion for furthering education.
● Strong communications and interpersonal skills.
● Excellent oral and written communication skills.
● Flexibility and creativity in working in a dynamic environment exhibiting the qualities of an adult learner dedicated to their craft.
● Compassionate to the middle school age and experience.
● Culturally competent, collaborative, and engaged community learner.
● Exhibit enthusiasm and commitment to the vision, mission, inclusivity statement, and guiding principles of the school.
● Proven ability to work successfully with diverse communities across a broad range of stakeholders (i.e.
parents, students, faculty and staff).
● Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and anti-racist school culture.
● Independent school experience preferred.
● Experience working with highly gifted children preferred