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Lowell School, an age 2 1⁄2 through 8th grade school in Washington, D.C., is seeking an early-childhood expert as the Director of Pre-Primary School to inspire the young learners, faculty, and staff of the division, beginning July 2022. Reporting to the Head of School, the Director of Pre-Primary School provides educational leadership for the division of 55-65 students ages 2 1/2 to 5 and is responsible, with the faculty, for the social, emotional and academic growth of the children.

Founded in 1965, Lowell School combines progressive values with current research and best practices to create a joyful environment of nurtured risk-taking, where children are valued and taught in a community of intentional inclusion as the individuals the school knows them to be. The Director of Pre-Primary School will join a strong team of collaborative senior administrators, faculty, and staff in applying the values of respect for children, integrated learning, and diversity, equity, and inclusion to the daily experiences of students.

The Director of Pre-Primary School should embody a deep understanding of early-child development and emergent curriculum as an education approach. He or she will maintain a personal investment in diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice in education. This person should also possess a keen interest in supporting a healthy and thriving culture that effectively integrates perspectives of community members.

The Director ensures that the program is run safely, respectfully, inclusively and in a child-centered, developmentally appropriate fashion.

John Farber and Adam Peichert from RG175 are assisting Lowell with this important search. A full position statement will be available here soon.

Applications (including a Letter of Interest, Resume, Personal Statement and List of References) are now being accepted. Lowell School has a longstanding institutional commitment to the principles of diversity, equity and inclusivity and welcomes applications from all who are interested. Initial inquiries and nominations will be strictly confidential and references will not be contacted without permission.

Interested candidate are encouraged to contact the consultants directly at jfarber@rg175.com and adam.peichert@rg175.com.