Head of Middle School

Are you looking for a career where you can make an IMPACT?

Worcester Preparatory School (WPS), a fully accredited Pre-K though grade 12 independent school located in Berlin, Maryland is seeking highly qualified candidates for a Head of Middle School opportunity. WPS is located minutes from the beach in the heart of the Eastern Shore.

Additionally, a career with WPS has the added benefit of discounted tuition for your child's education at Worcester Preparatory School.

The Head of Middle School is responsible for the Middle School program including curriculum development, evaluation and selection of texts and materials, support supervision of Middle School faculty and staff, and implementation of the student discipline program. The Head of Middle School monitors the academic and social progress of students while developing and implementing appropriate intervention strategies. 

Professional Requirements

·        Master’s degree or higher, preferably in administration/supervision/curriculum.

·        Minimum of 5 years teaching experience, preferably in independent school education.

·        Knowledge of educational technology.

·        Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with students, staff, parents, and the community.

·        Great organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, multi-task with equal priority and anticipate work.

·        Ability to respond to sensitive matters and/or situations with discretion, tact, and confidentiality.

·        Excellent written and oral communications.

·        Self-motivation.

·        Analytical skills and aptitude for problem solving.

·        Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Work Environment

The work characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·        Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

·        Business casual environment

·        High volume environment where personal accountability is encouraged and reinforced.

Well-qualified applicants may apply by submitting electronic copies of a cover letter and resume to Worcester Preparatory School Human Resources at employment@worcesterprep.org

For more details, and to download the job description and employment application, please visit our website at https://www.worcesterprep.org/about/employment.

Other

Employee must be legally qualified to work in the United States. Employee must pass a background check conducted by a neutral third party. References will be contacted, and all information provided will be verified.

Nothing in this job description restricts Worcester Preparatory School’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday through Friday with occasional evenings and weekends