Assistant Head of Upper School for Grades 11-12

THADEN SCHOOL•Bentonville, AR

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Head of Upper School for Grades 11–12 teaches two courses and intensives and serves as an administrative contact for students and parents on curricular and co-curricular matters. The role leads grade-level teams focused on student support in partnership with the learning specialist, school counselor, and other administrators, and supports faculty development by providing instructional resources and collaborating on professional development opportunities. The Assistant Head manages grade-level teams, develops the advisory program and schedule, leads division meetings, and facilitates student supervision. The role also supports co-curricular programs and activities, including lunch, social events, class trips, retreats, and senior celebrations. Responsibilities include developing and implementing student discipline policies and practices, administering disciplinary proceedings, participating in the Risk Assessment Committee, and supporting admissions through applicant file reviews, committee participation, and new-student transitions. Additional duties may be assigned to help lead and manage the school consistently with its mission and academic standards.

Requirements

Passion for supporting students’ socio-emotional and academic growth.
Excellent judgment and discretion in handling urgent and sensitive matters.
Knowledge of best practices in course design, teaching, and standards-based grading.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a diverse school community.
Ability to work in a challenging, fast-paced environment requiring versatility, adaptability, resourcefulness, and attention to detail.
Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
Frequently stand, walk, and handle objects with hands; occasionally reach, climb, stoop, kneel, push, pull, and lift up to 25 pounds.
Some work is performed outside, exposed to changing weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree(s) preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Teach two courses and intensives.
Serve as an administrative contact for students and parents regarding curricular and co-curricular matters.
Lead grade-level teams on student support in partnership with the learning specialist, school counselor, and other members of the administration.
Provide teachers with resources, tools, and information to support classroom instruction.
Work with the leadership team to develop professional development opportunities.
Manage grade-level teams and develop the advisory program and schedule.
Lead division meetings and facilitate student supervision.
Support the development and management of co-curricular programs and activities, including lunch, social events, class trips, retreats, and senior celebrations.
Develop and implement policies and practices regarding student discipline, administer disciplinary proceedings, and actively participate in the Risk Assessment Committee.
Review applicant files, participate in the admissions review committee, and help new students transition into the school.
Perform additional duties as necessary to lead and manage the school in a manner consistent with its mission and academic standards.