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Director of the Lower Division (Nursery-1st Grade)
National Presbyterian School
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Director of the Lower Division (Nursery-1st Grade)

National Presbyterian School

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Posted:
January 5, 2021
Location:
Washington, D.C.
Type:
Full Time - Faculty
Category:
Division Head/Principal
Required Education:
4 Year Degree

National Presbyterian School, an independent, 280-student elementary (Nursery-6th grade) school located in Washington, DC, is conducting a search for a Director of the Lower Division to join the NPS community and administrative team starting in the summer of 2021. 

The Director will be responsible for managing the day to day operations of the academic program in the four grade levels from Nursery through 1st Grade.  General duties include supporting, observing, supervising, and evaluating faculty in those grades; monitoring student progress and providing for individual academic and personal guidance as needed; overseeing the academic program, curriculum, and records; serving as primary liaison with parents; and working closely with the Head of School, Director of the Upper Division, Director of Studies, Admissions Director, Diversity Coordinator, and other members of the administrative team.

Ideal candidates will have the following qualifications:

  • Experience and a demonstrated record of success as an early childhood/pre-primary educator and administrator
  • A Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline, Masters preferred
  • Commitment to children and a familiarity with childhood development, educational approaches, and curriculum
  • High degree of integrity and trustworthiness
  • Ability to lead, support, and mentor faculty and to function as a collaborative member of a community
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Warm personality and positive spirit
  • Professional demeanor and presentation
  • Good sense of humor, balanced perspective, and high emotional intelligence
  • Proven ability to think strategically and creatively

Individuals interested in applying for this position should send a resume, cover letter, references, and a statement of educational philosophy via email to Laura Ferrara, Executive Assistant to the Head of School, at lferrara@nps-dc.org.

About National Presbyterian School
National Presbyterian School is an independent, co-educational 300+ student elementary (N-6th Grade) day school located in Washington, DC. Founded in 1969 as an educational mission of the National Presbyterian Church, National Presbyterian School is a traditional, elementary school dedicated to educational excellence in an ecumenical Christian environment. A loving and inclusive community, NPS strives to help children develop intellectual, spiritual, and personal foundations that will serve them throughout their lives.
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