Job Description
Interim Assistant Director of Auxiliary Programs (Aug - Dec 2026) Shady Hill School - 3.8 Cambridge, MA Job Details Full-time $67,000 - $77,000 a year 4 hours ago Qualifications Classroom management assistance Student emotional support Operations coordination planning Child attendance tracking Student information system Mid-level Radio communication systems Student social support Cultural competency Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds Collaboration with other professionals for student support Working with students Improving student behavioral outcomes Positive school culture development Parent communication in school administration Meeting facilitation Academic program coordination Student activities (student support initiatives) Operations planning Logistics planning
Camp Full Job Description About Shady Hill School:
Since 1915, Shady Hill, a school of approximately 530 students (PreK - Grade 8) and 90+ faculty, has been a leader in progressive education. Shady Hill is a deeply mission-driven school. We seek to develop independent, joyful and curious learners who respect their own accomplishments and those of others. We strive to be a community whose values are strong and whose teachers are unafraid to engage students in important questions. The schools program allows children to explore their worlds and test their powers. As a school with a historical and contemporary commitment to social justice, we believe that an inclusive and equitable community is an educational and moral imperative that empowers us all. Therefore, we seek to hire individuals who demonstrate a mindset and skill set that prioritizes cultural competence, equity, and justice in their practice with students and in their work with colleagues. About the position:
Shady Hill School is seeking an Interim Assistant Director of Auxiliary Programs to join our team from August 17, 2026 - December 19, 2026 . With the Director, the Interim Assistant Director of Auxiliary Programs will support daily Auxiliary Programs operations including planning and organization of logistics for the Lunch Program, Afterschool, Study Hall, Music Lessons, Enrichments, Fun Camps, Childcare events, and support staff with daily trouble-shooting and student needs. The successful candidate will be organized, proactive, calm under pressure and enjoy cultivating a warm and welcoming environment for students and families. The hours are generally 9:15am - 5:45pm, Monday - Friday, with a half-hour lunch break. This is a temporary full-time, exempt (salaried), in-person position. Based on the duration of the assignment, this position is eligible for benefits including school sponsored insurance. Primary Responsibilities:
Program Operations & Daily Logistics Support daily student logistics using systems such as SchoolPass, and Google Suite, including attendance tracking, dismissal coordination, and schedule changes Monitor and support program-wide communication through radios (walkies) to ensure smooth coordination across spaces Assist in managing daily schedules, transitions, and coverage needs across Auxiliary Programs Support the daily operation of program spaces, ensuring readiness, organization, and responsiveness to changing needs Staff Support Provide ongoing, real-time support to Auxiliary staff, helping problem-solve challenges and maintain a positive program culture Support and help facilitate team meetings and daily check-ins, ensuring clear communication and alignment Collaborate with the Director to reinforce expectations, routines, and program-wide systems Serve as a consistent, visible presence across program spaces to support staff and students Student Support Assist staff in addressing student behavior and social-emotional needs, helping guide appropriate responses and strategies Provide additional support for escalated behavioral situations, ensuring student safety and dignity Help maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all students Lunch Program Support the daily student lunch and Auxiliary snack programs, including coordination, distribution, and troubleshooting Communication & Documentation Coordinate and compile photo documentation for sharing with families and internal use Support clear, consistent communication with staff, families, and school offices as needed Other duties as assigned
