Assistant Head of School

Position Summary

The Assistant Head of School, TK–12 Programming serves as a key member of TVT Community Day School's Executive Leadership Team, providing strategic leadership and oversight of academic, co-curricular, and student programming across Transitional Kindergarten through Grade 12.

Reporting to the Head of School, this position plays a critical role in advancing the School's educational vision, strategic priorities, and commitment to academic excellence. Working collaboratively with division heads and school leadership, the Assistant Head of School ensures a cohesive, innovative, and developmentally appropriate TK–12 educational experience that reflects TVT's mission and values.

The Assistant Head of School provides leadership to academic and program directors, fosters cross-divisional collaboration, and drives continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and student development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Executive Leadership and Strategic Planning

• Serve as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, contributing to institutional strategy, schoolwide decision-making, and long-term planning.
• Partner with the Head of School and division heads to establish and advance a cohesive TK–12 educational vision aligned with the School's mission and strategic priorities.
• Lead cross-divisional initiatives that strengthen program alignment, educational excellence, and organizational effectiveness.
• Establish goals, evaluate program outcomes, and use institutional data to inform strategic decisions and continuous improvement.
• Provide executive oversight of assigned program budgets, staffing priorities, and resource allocation in collaboration with school leadership.

Academic Leadership and Faculty Development

• Provide strategic direction and oversight of TK–12 curriculum, instructional practices, and academic programming to ensure rigor, innovation, and continuity across divisions.
• Supervise and support the Lower School and Middle/Upper School Deans of Teaching, Learning, and Innovation, guiding curriculum development, instructional excellence, and faculty professional growth.
• Collaborate with division heads and Human Resources to strengthen faculty professional development, coaching, and evaluation processes.
• Oversee faculty professional development priorities and budget, ensuring alignment with instructional goals and institutional needs.
• Supervise the Head Librarian and ensure the TK–12 library program supports literacy, research skills, and curricular priorities.

Educational Technology and Innovation

• Lead the strategic integration of educational technology and artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance teaching, learning, and student development.
• Collaborate with instructional leaders and IT to evaluate and implement educational software, digital resources, and instructional technologies.
• Establish expectations for the responsible use of technology and AI, including digital citizenship and academic integrity.
• Oversee educational technology and digital curriculum budgets, ensuring alignment with instructional priorities.

Student Support and Co-Curricular Programming

• Provide strategic oversight of student support, athletics, afterschool, and enrichment programs to ensure a cohesive TK–12 student experience.
• Supervise the Head Counselor in developing and maintaining a coordinated TK–12 counseling program that supports student well-being and development.
• Supervise the Associate Director of Afterschool Programs, ensuring the continued development and effectiveness of Explorers and extended-day programming.
• Supervise the Athletic Director in advancing an athletics program that promotes student participation, skill development, sportsmanship, and character.
• Collaborate with division heads and student support teams to ensure programming addresses the academic, social-emotional, and developmental needs of students.

Institutional Leadership and Community Engagement

• Serve as a representative of TVT's educational mission, vision, and academic programs within the school community and beyond.
• Communicate academic initiatives, program priorities, and institutional developments to faculty, families, Board members, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, Finance, Human Resources, Facilities, and IT to ensure the effective implementation of schoolwide initiatives and programs.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible educational leadership experience, including significant experience in senior school leadership, curriculum development, or academic administration.
• Demonstrated success leading academic programs, supervising educational leaders, and implementing strategic schoolwide initiatives.
• Experience in an independent or private school environment is preferred.
• Experience overseeing budgets, organizational planning, and cross-functional initiatives.

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