Washington, D.C.
Chevy Chase, Maryland
Posted: 15-Feb-23
Location: Potomac, Maryland
Type: Full Time
Salary: Based on experience
Categories:
St. Andrew’s Episcopal School in Potomac, MD seeks a Director of Diversity, Equity, and Belonging (DEB) to begin July 2023.
The mission of St. Andrew’s Episcopal School is to know and inspire each child in an inclusive community dedicated to exceptional teaching, learning, and service.
Founded in 1978, St. Andrew’s is a co-educational independent day school, enrolling approximately 700 students in preschool through grade 12. St. Andrew’s faculty and staff uphold a powerfully innovative, positive culture that challenges and supports one of the most broadly diverse student bodies in greater Washington. The school seeks growth-minded, highly motivated, collaborative administrators that will continue the school’s growth and focus on the development of each student’s full potential. St. Andrew's has a strong commitment to innovative teaching and learning, fueled by an excellent faculty professional development program focused on research-based neuroeducational techniques. To learn more about St. Andrew’s, visit www.saes.org.
St. Andrew’s next Director of DEB will be a caring, visionary educator with a true enjoyment for working with children as well as with their teachers and families. They will be a highly organized leader who communicates clearly and collaborates well. They will teach two classes in the Middle or Upper School. The Director of DEB leads the Diversity Leadership Team, composed of the Lower, Middle, and Upper School Diversity Coordinators. The Director of DEB will report to the Director of Professional Growth and Studies, is a member of the Academic Team and Department Heads, and works closely with the Head of School and other senior administrators.
Qualifications: A minimum of five years working in the field as a diversity practitioner. Previous teaching experience is required. This exciting opportunity will require a person who can work collaboratively with fellow teachers, administrators, and parents and who can thrive in a diverse community of respect and belonging. Applicants should be skilled in the integration of technology as a tool to advance student learning.
Consistent with the values of an Episcopal school, St. Andrews is committed to a diverse and inclusive community with respect to race, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, family status, economic circumstance, age, and physical disability in its student body, faculty, and staff. Pursuant to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, St. Andrews does not discriminate in the administration of admission, financial aid or loan practices, educational or other school-sponsored programs, and activities, or in the hiring or terms of employment of faculty and staff, except that the Chaplain shall be a member of the clergy of the Episcopal Church.
Applications for the position, including a resume, a cover letter, and three references, should be emailed to:
David Brown
Assoc Head of School
employment@saes.org
