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Coordinator of Diversity and Inclusion Programming

Reports to: Assistant Head of School for Student Life

Kents Hill seeks a Coordinator of Diversity and Inclusion Programming (Coordinator) who is passionate about working with teenagers and will contribute to our mission of preparing students to be active participants in creating a just and equitable world.  Reporting to the Assistant Head of School for Student Life, the Coordinator is a member of the Student Life Team whose mission is to create a fun, inclusive, and caring community where intercultural dialogue, cultural exploration, and belonging can occur. The Coordinator will develop programs, events, and services that facilitate wrap-around support and advocacy for the personal, social, academic, and cultural well-being of students from historically underrepresented and marginalized groups and international students. In addition to this work, the Coordinator will create programs and host activities that foster self-awareness, skills, and interest in engaging across differences and build an understanding of historical and structural forms of discrimination and systemic oppression. 

 A successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative working environment that seeks innovative and creative programming; is comfortable working atypical hours; will bring flexibility to their work, and desires to get to know and engage regularly with a range of students. 

ENUMERATED RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Serves as a member of the Student Life Team, supporting all efforts to assist, engage, and educate students inside and outside of the classroom and serves as a resource to all students and their families, faculty, and staff.
• Takes the lead role in planning and implementing student programming that promotes intercultural understanding, cross-cultural dialogue, and celebration of the ethnic, gender, international, learning, racial, religious, and sexuality differences on campus.
• Advises student affinity groups to implement events that address the cultural, educational, and social needs of our diverse student population.
• Serves as the international student liaison, taking lead on additional advising and creating activities that address the social and cultural adjustment of our international students.
• Takes a lead role in planning and organizing cultural observances and inclusion programs such as Martin Luther King Day, Courageous Conversations, and heritage month celebrations. 
• Takes part in our bias incident response.
• Serves as a member of the CARE Team.
• Serves as a member of various student-facing committees including the Student Experience Team (SET), Orientation Committee, student leadership training committee, and other committees as assigned by the Head or Assistant Head of School. 

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES 

• Serves as an advisor for a small group of students.
• Coaches in either the Fall or Spring athletic season.
• Serves as a dorm head.
• Serves as a member of a weeknight and weekend duty team.
• Serves as a facilitator/instructor in our Principles, Ethics, and  Action at Kents Hill (PEAK) program. 

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. Other duties and special projects may be assigned to meet division and school needs. 

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• 1-3 years of experience in developing social programs and activities for middle and/or high school students.
• Experience working on issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion to effect meaningful change and promote student success.
• Ability to facilitate cross-cultural training and deliver effective group presentations.
• Experience and understanding of benefits and challenges faced by international students learning in the United States.
• Experience with equity-minded work and/or understanding of individuals of diverse identities such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic level, and sexual orientation including those with different levels of academic preparation, varying physical and learning abilities.
• Possesses communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to work effectively with an increasingly diverse array of students and colleagues.
• Possesses a valid driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in an independent school setting.
• Experience in K-12 education in an area such as student support or multicultural programs.
• Experience living abroad and fluency in a foreign language.
• Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience in Education, Ethnic or Cultural Studies, Counseling, Psychology, Sociology or other related fields.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a letter of interest and resume to Rene Davis, Assistant Head of School for Student Life, at rdavis@kentshill.org. 

 Kents Hill School is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

About Kents Hill School

Kents Hill School, one of the oldest boarding schools in the country, has a foundation of caring and deeply engaged faculty members who truly know each student. Our 200 students, grades 9-PG hail from 25 states and over 20 countries. Our small size allows for a transformative educational experience rooted in community, character, and values. Our academic leadership team supports teachers, while also encouraging all members of the community to be lifelong learners as together we positively shape all aspects of student learning. Kents Hill fosters confident, forward-thinking young men and women who are striving to make a difference in the world. Our breathtaking 400-acre campus is nestled in the midst of the Belgrade Lakes, with access to our state-of-the-art facilities including the Bodman Performing Arts Center, the Alfond Athletics Center, and the O’Connor Alpine Center. Kents Hill is close to major ski resorts, the Maine coast, and the state capital. The state's largest city, Portland, with its lovely historic district and lively array of restaurants and shops, is only an hour away. With vigorous academics, vibrant arts programs, outstanding athletics facilities, and focus on cha...racter development, Kents Hill offers each student the opportunity for personal and intellectual growth in a safe and supportive community, and gives the Faculty the opportunity to live, learn, and enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle, and the ability to join a wonderful and supportive educational community

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