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FAY SCHOOL Head of Upper School, Grades 7-9 Beginning July 1, 2017 Description The Head of Upper School oversees all aspects of Upper School programs and activities, with a focus on student life, student conduct and discipline, and residential life. This position requires several fundamental talents and skills: the ability to establish an appropriate vision, effective tone, and clear expectations for the Upper School; the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, including the Head of School, other senior administrators, and members of the faculty and staff; the ability to communicate with parents in a clear and timely manner; and the ability to supervise and support faculty in meeting standards of excellence in teaching, advising, reporting, and parent communication. The Head of Upper School is one of three division heads. He or she reports to the Head of School and is a member of the Head’s Administrative Team. The Dean of Residential Life, Residential Life Coordinator, three Class Deans, and an administrative assistant report to the Head of Upper School. This position is full-time with benefits, including campus housing. Qualifications The ideal candidate will have at least seven years of middle school teaching experience and at least five years of administrative leadership experience in independent school settings. Experience in a boarding school environment is essential, and work with international students is beneficial. A master’s degree is strongly preferred. Fay School seeks candidates who will reflect and enhance the racial, ethnic, cultural, and gender diversity of our school community. Responsibilities include:  Monitoring the academic, social, and emotional development of Upper School students  Overseeing the Residential Life Program  Overseeing the Upper School advisory program  Overseeing and implementing Upper School student discipline  Assisting in the hiring, supervision, and evaluation of the Upper School faculty  Coordinating and running Upper School faculty and student meetings  Managing communication with Upper School parents  Collaborating with other administrators to plan and implement special events Salary to be determined based on experience. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references via email with the subject line “Head of Upper School” to [email protected]. Fay School, 48 Main Street, Southborough, MA 01772 Fay School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, genetic background, age, disability, or military service in its hiring, employment or other programs and activities.