Dean of Secondary - Upper School

Position: Dean of Secondary (Full-Time)

At Awty, we believe that students learn best and faculty perform best in a culture of vibrant diversity. Diversity is an essential quality of our school environment; our commitment to learning and the pursuit of excellence can occur only in such a context. It helps us guide our students to become responsible world citizens. Our commitment to learning about and respecting one another’s diversity brings distinct richness to the Awty experience for students, alumni, employees, and parents.

Position Summary: The Secondary Dean plays a central role in shaping a positive experience for secondary students at Awty. This leader will cultivate a welcoming school environment, oversee student discipline, and provide guidance through a network of advisors and teacher leaders. They will champion academic programs, support experiential learning initiatives, and manage a vibrant co-curricular activities program. Additionally, the Secondary Dean will be a visible presence at school events, fostering student engagement and building strong relationships with parents and the broader school community.

The position reports to the Head of Secondary, serves as a member of the Secondary Administrative Team, and coordinates with the Proviseur about French Program integration and student support.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Successful experience working with secondary students
• Minimum of 5 years of school leadership experience with students and/or faculty
  
  
  

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in an IB and/or International School setting
• Excellent communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Prior training in effective student discipline strategies and/or Student Mental Health & First-Aid
• Fluent in English and one of the school’s principal languages (Spanish or French)
  
  
  

Key Qualities:

• Responsiveness -- able to handle a high volume of e-mail and telephone traffic
• Flexibility – able to adapt to changing conditions, such as pandemics, climate emergencies, and the like
• Student - Centered – able to facilitate the increasing development of student voice and participation in Secondary
• Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Mindset – demonstrable track record of moving forward initiatives in this area
• Communication – able to communicate in an effective and engaging manner. Desired tone is caring and clear
• Curiosity – interest in people and the world and committed to constantly learning and improving
  
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Create a positive, inclusive and challenging student environment
• Build a clear, consistent and secure disciplinary frame
• Lead the team of Grade-Level deans, who in turn, lead the Advisors, to create a network of adult advocates for our students
• Create a plan to deliver the yearly Advisory Priorities, as well as adapt to emergent situations or needs
• Support the Experiential Education program, especially Fall Trips and Awty Connects Week
• Schedule, communicate and supervise Assemblies and Special Events
• Organize and supervise a thorough program of clubs and activities
• Be an active presence at secondary school events -- Athletics, Arts, and Co-Curriculars
• Serve as a positive and effective parent liaison
• Supporting design and implementation of social-emotional initiatives that lead to positive school climate, along with secondary counselors
• Support crisis management by co-developing and implementing protocols for responding to student emergencies, crises, or critical incidents
• Serve as a member of the Secondary Administrative Team
  
  
  

TO APPLY:

Submit your application through the school's website. All applicants should include a cover letter, current résumé and three professional references (including your most recent direct supervisor).

Direct inquiries to Tom Oden, Head of Secondary, [email protected].

The Awty International School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ethnic or religious beliefs, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship, and athletic and other school-administered programs or in its employment practices. We actively seek diversity among faculty and administration as well as among students.

The position is a one-year renewable contract, with competitive salary and conditions. Applications should be submitted as soon as possible.