Head of Upper School (6th-12th) Position Available In New Hanover, North Carolina

Head of Upper School (6th-12th)
$40,000 – $50,000 yearly

PROVIDENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY

702 EASTWOOD

ROAD, WILMINGTON, NC, USA

FULL

TIME ADMINISTRATIVE

Job Description
Position Overview
The Head of Upper School is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the academic, social, and emotional development of students in grades 6-12. This position requires a dynamic educational leader who can effectively manage faculty while providingpassionate guidance to students across middle and high school years, ensuring a cohesive educational experience throughout this critical developmental period.
Primary Responsibilities
Faculty Leadership & Management
Recruit, hire, develop, and evaluate upper school faculty across grades 6-12
Foster a collaborative and engaging teaching environment
Facilitate regular faculty meetings and professional development opportunities
Observe classroom instruction and provide constructive feedback
Support teachers in implementing curriculum and addressing classroom challenges
Student Support & Guidance
Establish a God honoring culture that promotes student well-being
Provide direct counseling and guidance to students facing academic or personal challenges
Oversee the student discipline process with an emphasis on growth and development
Foster student leadership opportunities and extracurricular engagement
Facilitate successful transitions between middle school (6-8) and high school (9-12)
Program Development
Instruct and enforce educational best practices aligned with the school’s mission
Oversee academic policies, grading standards, and assessment procedures
Coordinate with department chairs on curriculum planning and implementation
Community Engagement
Serve as the primary liaison between the upper school and parents
Communicate regularly with families about school programs and student progress
Represent the upper school atmunity events and functions
Collaborate with lower school leadership to ensure programmatic continuity
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in education, educational leadership, or related field required
7+ years of teaching experience at the middle and/or secondary level
3+ years of administrative experience in an educational setting
Understanding of adolescent development and middle/high school curriculum
Experience working with diverse age groups from early adolescence through young adulthood
Excellent interpersonal,munication, and conflict resolution skills
Personal Qualities
Approachable, empathetic leader who builds trust with students and faculty
Strong decision-maker who can balancepeting priorities
Problem-solver who maintainsposure during challenges
Adaptable educator who understands the developmental differences across grades 6-12
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Application Process
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, statement of educational philosophy, and three professional references.

Salary:

$50,000