Director of Lower School
DovetailED Talent Sourcing
Far Hill Country Day School | Far Hills, NJ
About the School
Far Hills Country Day School is a co-educational Preschool–Grade 8 independent school.
Established in 1929, Far Hills Country Day School sits on a 54-acre campus in Far Hills, NJ. With small classes and a robust curriculum, we foster critical thinking, creativity, and leadership. Our emphasis on academic excellence and character development creates a nurturing environment where students thrive. Beyond the classroom, diverse extracurriculars and service opportunities ensure a well-rounded education, preparing students for success in an interconnected world.
About the Position
The Director of the Lower School (DLS) reports to the Head of School (HOS) and is a member of the School Leadership Team (SLT). The DLS leads a Lower School of about 87 students in PreSchool–Grade 4, helping them succeed in the modern world through academic excellence and character development. In partnership with the Division Director team, the DLS hires and trains new Lower School faculty and supervises and evaluates the 18+ Lower School faculty/staff members through observation and evaluation. The DLS manages the Lower School programs and policies, administers the Lower School budget, and the Lower School curriculum. Working with the Director of Admission and the Admission Committee, the DLS supports the admission of students who best match the criteria for admission to Far Hills. The DLS supports the school’s dynamic mission by advancing its strategic priorities, communicating effectively, and working collaboratively with all constituencies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree; advanced degree preferred
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in school administration and working with elementary-aged children
- Experience working with or teaching elementary school students
How to Apply
Far Hills Country Day School has engaged DovetailED to lead this search. Interested candidates should email a cover letter (addressed to Head of School, Georgia Zaiser), a resume, and a list of at least three professional references consolidated as a single PDF document to Lynda Hamilton-Kirk at View email address on click.appcast.io. Please do not contact the school directly.
$76.5k - $90.62k
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