| Brentwood School inspires every student to: Think critically and creatively. Act ethically. Shape a future with meaning. BRENTWOOD SCHOOL Assistant Director of Middle School Brentwood School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is looking for an Assistant Director of Middle School beginning July, 2021. We are seeking individuals with administrative experience to assist the Middle School Director in maintaining a dynamic environment in the Middle School. It is expected a successful candidate would: - Foster a culture of community in Middle School
- Support programming that strengthens student commitment to the Core Values
- Nurture the growth of emotional intelligence and character development of students
- Demonstrate and promote a collaborative approach when working with faculty and staff
- Support students in meeting various school expectations
- Support and advance school- wide initiatives
- Engage and support students of varied identities, lifestyles, and beliefs
- Create an environment that fosters open discussion with the freedom to express varied points of view
In addition, a candidate should possess the following qualities and attributes: - Shown dedication to being a student advocate
- Demonstrated success as a confident problem solver
- Commitment to professional growth and to high professional standards
- Flexibility
- Sense of humor, warmth of personality, and energy
- An interest in and openness to professional growth and development
- A commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Strong collaboration and cross-cultural competency
Candidates should have at least 5 years of teaching or other relevant experience, preferably in independent schools. Candidates holding advanced degrees are preferred. The Assistant Middle School Director should: - Be highly organized and have excellent communication skills
- Exhibit a collaborative approach to leadership that produces effective decision making and that reveals a genuine enthusiasm for working with colleagues, sharing strategies, and
exploring effective ways to enhance the student experience - Have a passion for teaching and learning and find joy working with adolescents
- Cultivate an equitable and diverse the Middle School community
Specific duties include: - Provide overall assistance to the Middle School Director in the routine operation of the Middle School
- Coordinate the Student Life programming, including Advisory, assemblies, student clubs, student council.
- Develop the Advisory program scope and sequence
- Manage the logistics and preparations for student orientations and retreats
- Support faculty leaders of student organizations (affinity groups, student council, SLO)
- Plan school-sponsored social events
- Coordinate end of year events
- Work with faculty on student life matters, including participation with the student support
- Assist the Parents Association regarding student events
- Work with Middle School Director regarding student conduct
- Counsel students when necessary, working closely with the MS psychologist
- Attend all grade level, faculty, administrative, and other meetings
- Engage in curricular discussions
- Participate in the process of hiring faculty and staff
- Assist with the review of report cards
- Engage in various aspects of MS scheduling (including class assignments and room allocation) in coordination with the Middle School Director
Brentwood School is dedicated to the creation of a diverse faculty and staff that best represents our student body and the city of Los Angeles. Information about our school can be found at www.bwscampus.com. Please submit a letter of interest and a resume. In your letter, highlight your education and experience specifically related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Ms. Nasrin Farahmand Middle School Administrative Assistant Brentwood School 100 S. Barrington Place Los Angeles, CA 90049 Email: nfarahmand@bwscampus.com |