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Assistant Director of Upper School

Maret School
Maret School
Washington,D.C.·USA
Posted on April 29, 2026
Estimated Salary
USD Commensurate with experience.
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Description

Maret is looking for an inspiring and dynamic assistant director of Upper School beginning on July 1, 2026. The assistant director of Upper School is a key member of the leadership team in the Upper School and reports directly to the director of Upper School.

Candidates should be lifelong learners who reflect the school's mission and core values, possess strong communication skills, and exhibit a facility and nimbleness with technology.

Additional responsibilities include serving as an advisor to a group of students and fulfilling one or more community responsibilities.

Candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to and passion for equity, inclusion, and belonging in all facets of their work.

The successful candidate will:

  • Assist the director in daily operations of the Upper School and act in that capacity during any absence of the director;
  • Work with the director to build a positive and inclusive tone and culture in the Upper School;
  • Act as one of four grade deans and teach two classes (or equivalent responsibilities);
  • Manage student disciplinary issues in coordination with the director and leadership team;
  • Oversee the Advisory Program in coordination with the director and leadership team;
  • Manage and lead the student course registration process;
  • Manage and lead the ninth grade curriculum conferences process;
  • Assist in creating Assembly and Advising schedules and programs;
  • Assist in designing and leading division meetings with faculty;
  • Assist with logistics for Back-to-School Night, Parent-Student Conferences, Advisor Conferences, and other special programs;
  • Provide logistical oversight for daily school functions, including on-campus student parking, proctoring for exams, proofing of course comments, advisory meeting locations, Convocation seating assignments, and the student ID process;
  • Assume other responsibilities as assigned by the director of Upper School.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated commitment to and passion for equity, inclusion, and belonging;
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders;
  • Lifelong learner with a facility and nimbleness with technology;
  • Ability to serve as an advisor to a group of students and fulfill community responsibilities;
  • Leadership and management experience in an educational setting.
Interested in this position? Submit your application to Maret School before the deadline.
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DEADLINE: July 3, 2026

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