Eton School in Bellevue, Washington, is an independent school for children aged three through grade eight whose mission in educating the whole child inspires creative, confident thinkers who have an enduring passion for learning and are poised to contribute to the world. As a school and organization, we commit to learning, reflecting, growing, changing, and honoring the worth and dignity of all people. In support of our mission and statement on diversity, we seek a qualified Head of Upper Elementary and Middle School, grades 4 - 8. The salary range for this position is $140,000 - $160,000, depending upon experience.

This position is a full-time, exempt, year-round administrator position reporting to the Head of School.

Qualifications and Personal Attributes:

• Ability and willingness to live and model the school's Mission, Core Values, and Statement on Diversity
• Strong communicator and collaborative problem solver, committed to adaptable and restorative approaches for students
• Forthright and authentic, skilled in delivering constructive feedback for growth and development
• Experience in student support, behavior management, and restorative practices.
• Able to build community, shared values, and trust with students, families, and colleagues while also holding standards of excellence
• Approachable and adept at building trust with all stakeholders
• Adept at leading with humor, humility, and grace

Essential Functions:

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Recruit and interview/screen faculty members
• Train, supervise and evaluate Upper Elementary and Middle School faculty and support staff
• Participate in the supervision and evaluation of the Upper Elementary and Middle School enrichment teachers
• Participate in the supervision and evaluation of the School Counselor
• Work with the Learning Service Team including the School Counselor and the Learning Service Assistant
• Work collaboratively with the administrative team
• Keep Head of School informed regarding Upper Elementary and Middle School accomplishments and concerns
• Review purchase requests and order curriculum materials
• Oversee the budget for both Upper Elementary and Middle School
• Conduct grade level faculty meetings and in-service sessions as needed
• Participate in conferences with parents/guardians as needed
• Work with Lead Teachers to create class schedules
• Create Upper Elementary and Middle School faculty and staff schedules
• Guide the scheduling of overnight trips for grades 4-8
• Work with the Head of Pre- and Lower Elementary to create Enrichment Schedules
• Review curriculum scope and sequence and make appropriate recommendations
• Manage bi-monthly Curriculum Reports
• Edit and approve semiannual report cards
• Provide input and support for Upper Elementary and Middle School admissions
• Support the partnership between home and school to serve the best interests of students
• Support PAGES (Parent and Guardians of Eton School) activities
• Educate parents of school’s goals and mission
• Enforce rules for respect and school expectations
• Overview student assessment process, including standardized testing
• Maintain a broad overview of the eighth-grade project
• Advocate for students’ social, emotional, intellectual, physical and spiritual needs
• Make sure classes and duties are adequately covered in the event of teacher absences
• Foster positive communication within the Eton community
• Advise class placement and class offerings
• Build and manage the program calendar each year in conjunction with the Head of Pre- and Lower Elementary

About Eton School

Montessori and NWAIS-accredited, Eton School is designed to address a student’s specific learning needs every step of the way. Students build confidence within a challenging program that strengthens skills and natural abilities, inspires creativity, develops critical thinking skills and encourages leadership.

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