The Blake School seeks an experienced and dynamic educator to serve as Assistant Director of Upper Elementary (grades 2-5).

Reporting to the Director of Upper Elementary, the Assistant Director will help to ensure an excellent educational experience for every student. In addition to overseeing day-to-day operations of the building, specific responsibilities will include oversight of student academic progress and student conduct; curriculum development; class scheduling; supervision and evaluation of faculty and staff; and management of regular assemblies and special events. The assistant director will also chair or serve on various divisional and all-school committees and attend student and employee events.

Strong candidates will bring:

• Significant teaching experience in an elementary setting
• Deep knowledge of elementary curriculum and instruction through a constructivist lens
• Superior written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, parents, faculty and staff
• Excellent logistical skills, including time and task management and the ability see projects through from inception to completion
• Exceptional emotional intelligence and conflict-resolution skills
• Demonstrated intercultural competence

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with, and in support of, the Upper Elementary Director to foster community, connection and collaboration among student, faculty, staff and families
• Create and sustain a joyous, inclusive and well-organized campus community
• Counsel and support teachers in their work with students
• Collaborate with the Director of Upper Elementary, the Director of the Early Learning Center (grades PK-1) and the Lower School office and administrative team to create a cohesive experience for all Lower School constituents
• Participate in the faculty evaluation process
• Plan and facilitate Upper Elementary faculty meetings in partnership with the Upper Elementary Director
• Oversee student assessment and faculty communications with parents (e.g., progress reports, CTP 5 testing interpretation, parent/guardian conferences)
• Engage in routine meetings with the Upper Elementary Counselor and Upper Elementary Learning Specialist to support student progress and development
• Proofread and edit student progress reports
• Coordinate and lead Upper Elementary assemblies
• Assist with the admissions process through committee work, planning and coordination
• Monitor and support curriculum implementation and facilitate curricular integration
• Partner with the Parent Association to facilitate community events
• Other duties as assigned

The search committee will begin reviewing applications on Dec. 15. Blake covers the travel and lodging costs for finalist candidates visiting from out of town.
Required Experience:

The Blake School is a pre-kindergarten through grade 12, co-educational, nonsectarian, independent day school enrolling 1,350 bright, talented students from nearly 56 Twin Cities-area communities. Founded in 1900, The Blake School has the advantage of facilities and campuses designed for specific developmental ages. Blake’s mission is to engage students with a dynamic, academically challenging education in a diverse and supportive community committed to pluralism and a common set of values. Students pursue an integrated program of academic, artistic and athletic activities, preparing for college, lifelong learning and purposeful lives as community and global citizens. The school community is also guided by its Commitment to Pluralism and core values.

The Blake School believes that a diverse society enriches all individuals and communities. Diversity of race, ethnicity, national origin, geography, religion, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, age, physical ability, and marital, parental or economic status forms the fabric of our society. As a result of these beliefs, The Blake School actively seeks students, families and employees who value and contribute to the fullness of a diverse community within the context of its mission. In doing so, we recognize our responsibility to help make each person's experience a success. EOE
From: The Blake School