Austin Preparatory School, located in Reading, Massachusetts about 15 miles north of Boston, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director of Integrated Learning.  Founded in 1961, Austin Prep is an independent co-educational Catholic day school in the Augustinian tradition for students in grades 6-12.  There are 800+ students enrolled in the school.  

Austin Preparatory School is seeking a Director of the Integrated Learning, who is a visionary and a compassionate leader responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and management of our innovative program for neurodiverse students. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape an inclusive educational program within the rich tradition of Augustinian education. The ideal candidate will be passionate about empowering neurodiverse learners, committed to fostering a community of mutual understanding and support, and excited about integrating cutting-edge educational practices with enduring spiritual wisdom.

 APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS AND SEARCH PROCESS

Our Commitment to Mission

 The mission of Austin Prep is to “inspire hearts to unite, minds to inquire, and hands to serve” which we exemplify through the Augustinian charisms of veritas, unitas, and caritas.  Austin Prep a Roman Catholic Augustinian secondary school committed to Catholic social teaching which is based on and inseparable from our understanding of human life and human dignity.  Every human being is created in the image and likeness of God and is therefore invaluable and worthy of dignity and respect as a member of the human family.

Austin Prep encourages applications from candidates who appreciate, understand, and respect the mission of Austin Prep and the School’s Catholic identity.  We seek applicants who can help enrich the School’s Roman Catholic Augustinian mission and can help advance our commitment to what Pope Francis calls “integral human development.” 

Interested candidates should submit the following electronic documents as a single PDF to Integrated.Learning@austinprep.org.  All interested candidates must apply no later

than December 13, 2024.

1. In the cover letter, in addition to indicating why they are particularly interested in and qualified for this position, all candidates should describe how they can help support our Catholic faith and our Augustinian heritage.
2. Resume
3. Three professional references including e-mail, phone number, and a description of the professional relationship (references will not be contacted without the applicant’s permission).

Education and Experience:

• Master's degree or higher in Special Education, Educational Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in special education or inclusive education settings, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Deep understanding of neurodiversity and various learning differences (e.g., ADHD, anxiety, dyslexia, dyscalculia, executive functioning disorders).
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive education and ability to articulate its importance within a faith-based educational context.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate diverse teams.
• Knowledge of relevant educational laws and standards related to supporting students with diverse learning needs.
• Experience with curriculum development and instructional design for diverse learners.

About Austin Preparatory School

Austin Prep is an independent co-ed Catholic school in the Augustinian Austin Prep enrolls approximately 800 students in grades 6-12 and employs 75 faculty.

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