Assistant Director Middle/Upper

JOB TITLE: Assistant Director of Middle-Upper School REPORTS TO: Director of Middle-Upper School DIRECTLY SUPERVISES: Delegated oversight of Middle-Upper Faculty and Staff STATUS: Salary, 40 hours/week, Teacher Contract JOB SUMMARY: The Assistant Director of Middle-Upper School supports the academic, behavioral, and operational leadership of grades 7-12 in a school serving students with language-based learning differences. Working in close partnership with the Director of Middle-Upper School, this role helps ensure a structured, consistent, and supportive environment where students can access rigorous instruction aligned to their learning profiles. This position blends student support, day-to-day division management, and some instructional leadership. The Assistant Director plays a key role in strengthening alignment and expectations across classrooms, ensuring a positive and productive student experience, and supporting faculty. DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES & ACTIVITIES (Including Physical Function): Student Support and School Culture Support consistent implementation of behavior expectations and student support systems Partner with counselors, interventionists, and faculty to address student academic and social-emotional needs Lead in managing student discipline in a way that is clear, consistent, and aligned with school values Help foster a culture of accountability, belonging, and growth for all students Support advisory, community-building, and student leadership initiatives Division Operations Assist in the day-to-day management of the Middle-Upper School division Help coordinate schedules, coverage, and daily logistics Ensure consistency in systems such as homework, communication, and organizational expectations Support implementation of school-wide systems and initiatives Assist with planning and execution of key events (parent meetings, student events, testing, etc.) Communication and Partnership Support clear and proactive communication with families Partner with the Director to address parent concerns in a timely and solution-oriented manner Collaborate with admissions and student support teams as needed Support documentation and communication related to student progress and support plans Instructional Leadership and Faculty Support Support the implementation of structured literacy and research-based instructional practices across grades 7-12 Partner with teachers to strengthen differentiation, scaffolding, and executive functioning supports Assist with curriculum alignment, pacing, and consistency across courses and grade levels Provide coaching, feedback, and informal observations to support teacher growth Help lead professional development and ongoing training aligned to the school’s mission Alignment with School Culture Commitment to Briarwood’s mission, purpose, and culture Maintain a positive, collaborative working culture aligned with the school’s mission Participate in any accreditation process for the school Attend all staff meetings and staff retreats Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Middle-Upper School and the Interim Head of School

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

The Assistant Director of Middle-Upper demonstrates flexibility, perseverance, resourcefulness, critical thinking and creativity, collaboration, self-awareness, the ability to listen well and seek understanding, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing. In addition, he/she demonstrates the following: Experience working with students with language-based learning differences (e.g., dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD) Strong understanding of structured literacy and evidence-based instructional practices Demonstrated experience in instructional coaching, leadership, or administration Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills Ability to build strong relationships with students, families, and faculty Commitment to a mission-driven environment focused on student growth and support

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Master’s degree required 5+ years of teaching experience required; experience teaching in independent schools and in an LD environment preferred Previous leadership experience at the division or department level preferred

KEY ATTRIBUTES:

Calm, steady, and solutions-oriented Highly organized with strong follow-through Able to balance support and accountability with both students and adults Collaborative and team-oriented Grounded in the belief that all students can learn and deserve instruction aligned to how they learn best #J-18808-Ljbffr National Association of Independent Schools