Brentwood School inspires every student to:
Think critically and creatively.
Act ethically.
Shape a future with meaning.
BRENTWOOD SCHOOL
Assistant Director of Middle School
Brentwood School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is looking for an Assistant Director of Middle School beginning July, 2025. We are seeking individuals with leadership experience to assist the Middle School Director in maintaining a dynamic environment in the Middle School. Candidates should have at least 5 years of teaching or other relevant experience, preferably in independent schools. Candidates holding advanced degrees are preferred.
It is expected a successful candidate would:
Duties & Responsibilities including, but not limited to:
- Foster a culture of community in Middle School
- Support programming that strengthens student commitment to the Core Values
- Nurture the growth of emotional intelligence and character development of students
- Demonstrate and promote a collaborative approach when working with faculty and staff
- Support students in meeting various school expectations - academically and behaviorally
- Support and advance both divisional and school-wide initiatives
- Engage and support students of varied identities, lifestyles, and beliefs
- Create an environment that fosters open discussion with the freedom to express varied points of view
- Engage in professional and personal development and commit to growth in the areas of diversity, equity and inclusion
- Participate and initiate opportunities that demonstrate one's growth, knowledge, and skills
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Middle School or Senior Administrative Team
- Work closely with and in support of the Middle School Director to lead in the routine operation of the Middle School
- Monitor and facilitate logistical and daily operations of the Middle School under the guidance of the Middle School Director and in collaboration with the Middle School Office staff
- Engage in the day-to-day work of building community through supervision, announcements, initiatives, and internal communication with students, faculty, and other stakeholders
- Attend all grade-level, faculty, leadership, and other meetings
- Lead and facilitate a restorative justice approach in finding resolution to student discipline issues and conflicts
- Counsel students when necessary, working closely with the learning specialist, counselors, director and/or parents/guardians
- Work with faculty on student life matters, including participation on the student support team
- Plan, coordinate, and execute Student Life programming, including Advisory, assemblies, student clubs, Student Council, MS socials, and retreats
- Develop the Advisory program scope and sequence and provide faculty support in the implementation of lessons
- Support faculty leaders of student organizations (affinity groups, Student Council, and service learning)
- Assist in the planning and coordinating of end-of-year events
- Collaborate with the Parents Association regarding student events
While being vaccinated for COVID-19 is not required, it is strongly recommended.
COMPENSATION: Brentwood School's employment requirements vary, from positions requiring no experience to those needing 20+ years of expert experience. Our salary range includes all levels of experience, from $114,125 - $135,954. Salaries are determined based on years of experience, education, full- or part-time status, the category of the role, and the number of months of work per school year. Salary ranges do not include benefits, i.e. 403b retirement matching, paid lunchtime, free breakfast and lunch, free parking, subsidy toward medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D plans, and generous time off. The pay range is an estimate and is not guaranteed. If hired, your actual base salary will be determined by your education, experience, and category.
Brentwood School is dedicated to the creation of a diverse faculty and staff that better represents our student body and the city of Los Angeles. For further information about Brentwood School, please visit the school’s website: www.bwscampus.com.
Apply online. In your application, highlight your education and experience specifically related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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