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Sea Crest is an accredited K–8 coed independent day school, founded in 1996, now enrolling 260 students primarily from the San Mateo County coastal communities. The curriculum is challenging and creative, and adheres to and expands upon the California state standards. It is designed to fit the academic needs of individual students, but always strives to ensure that its students perform at high levels. All students have the advantage of regular Spanish classes and physical education, as well as enrichment classes in art, drama, music, and technology woven into the schedule each week.

Sea Crest seeks dynamic educators who thrive in a collaborative community, work to stay at the forefront of the field, have a genuine love for children and a ready of sense of humor. We consistently innovate to find the most thoughtful ways to reach every learner on our campus, to help them grow as people and scholars. Expectations are high for our staff as well as our students. We look for people who will bring a diversity of experiences to our collegial environment and soar when given the freedom to do what is best for students.

employment at sea crest school director of middle school

Sea Crest is seeking a Director of Middle School to start summer 2013. Reporting to the Head of School, the Middle School Director will be responsible for providing innovative strategic and instructional leadership for the Middle School Team and overseeing day-to-day management of the middle school and its culture.

responsibilities

Be an active and positive participant in the administrative team and regularly communicate Middle School issues and information to the Head of School.
Collaborate regularly, as needed, with other members of the administrative team as the Middle School advocate.
Establish a master schedule for Middle School core classes.
Plan, schedule, and coordinate student placement of Middle School elective classes.
Coordinate with Middle School teachers to plan, implement, and oversee a meaningful and relevant Middle School advisory program.
Maintain and communicate a master calendar for Middle School academic, athletic, and enrichment events with all constituencies (students, teachers, and parents).
Maintain a safe and positive Middle School environment that is reflective of the mission and core values of the school.
Maintain open communication with all Middle School constituencies (students, teachers, parents) and adhere to the communication protocols of the school.
Oversee and support student disciplinary and social issues, working in close conjunction with teachers and parents to resolve problems as they arise in a proactive and positive manner consistent with school culture.
Establish and promote high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance.
Provide oversight and support for students who are struggling academically, socially, or emotionally in our Middle School program.
Plan and facilitate Middle School student study team meetings in conjunction with the Middle School team.
Provide Professional Development, coaching, and support for Sea Crest Middle School core and elective faculty.
Coordinate with the Director of Lower School and Head of School to implement the school supervision and evaluation plan.
Organize and conduct regular Wednesday faculty meetings in accordance to the school meeting rotation.
Coordinate with the Business Manager to oversee and manage the Middle School budget.
Oversee, organize, and implement a schoolwide plan for lunch recess activities.

qualifications

The ideal candidate must have experience as a Middle School administrator or department head, a ready sense of humor, an innovative leadership style, a collaborative spirit, and an appreciation of the challenges and rewards of working with Middle School students.

A Master's or Bachelor’s degree; an administrative credential is a plus.
Successful teaching experience in a Middle or Lower School setting.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with students, parents, teachers, and the administrative team.
Strong technological skills. Experience with Google Chrome is a plus.

salary and benefits

The salary will be competitive and commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. An attractive benefits package is included.

applying

A cover letter explaining qualifications, a short statement of the candidate’s educational philosophy, a current resume and the reason for wanting to work at Sea Crest should be forwarded to the Head of School at twalters@seacrestschool.org or mailed to Tom Walters, Head of School, Sea Crest School, 901 Arnold Way, Half Moon Bay, CA, 94019. Please include a minimum of three references (with contact information).