Director of Middle School

Job Details

Level

Experienced

Job Location

Chadwick School - Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

4 Year Degree

Salary Range

$185000.00 - $240000.00 Salary

Travel Percentage

Negligible

Job Shift

Day

Job Category

Education

Director of Middle School

Director of Middle School - Job Description

Chadwick School

Palos Verdes Peninsula, California

Chadwick School is an independent, K-12, coeducational day school dedicated to academic excellence, the development of exemplary character, and self-discovery through experience. A highly educated faculty and staff bring out the best in the talented student body through active learning, challenging academics, one-on-one mentoring, unparalleled global opportunities, nationally distinguished outdoor education and community service programs, outstanding athletic opportunities, and award-winning visual and performing arts.

The core values of respect, responsibility, honesty, fairness, and compassion are widely shared and fostered daily in classrooms, during co-curricular activities, and through the camaraderie of this close-knit community.

Located on a beautiful, 45-acre hilltop campus on the scenic Palos Verdes Peninsula in Los Angeles County, Chadwick enrolls over 850 students drawn from more than 45 Southern California communities.

Job Title : Director of Middle School

Division / Department : 7-8

Reports To : Head of School

Location : Palos Verdes, CA

Level / Grade : K-12

Type of position / FLSA : Full-time Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

The Middle School Division Director is the chief administrative, instructional, and pastoral leader of the Middle School (Grades 7-8). This position ensures that all curricular and non-curricular programs align with Chadwick's mission and core values, supporting the intellectual, social, and emotional growth of students during this critical stage of development.

As a visible and trusted leader, the Middle School Director helps shape and sustain a distinct Middle School identity : one that celebrates the curiosity, energy, and emerging independence of early adolescents. The Director leads a cohesive and developmentally responsive program with milestone experiences and foundational courses intentionally designed for this age group, setting the stage for success in Upper School and beyond.

An inspiring educator and empathetic leader, the Director builds community, strengthens faculty practice, and upholds a culture of academic excellence, inclusion, and belonging. The Director also oversees faculty growth and evaluation, parent communication, and divisional operations; partners closely with the Assistant Director of the Middle School, who leads student life and behavior development; and contributes to the school's strategic direction as a member of both the School Leadership Team and the Academic Leadership Team.

ASSOCIATED RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Vision and Program Development

• Lead the ongoing evolution of a distinct Middle School identity that honors the developmental needs of early adolescents and reflects Chadwick's mission, vision, core values, and core competencies.
• Steward a cohesive, developmentally responsive program with milestone experiences, signature projects, and foundational courses that prepare students for success in the Upper School and beyond.
• Collaborate with leaders in Athletics, Visual and Performing Arts, Experimental Education, Innovation and Design, and other co-curricular programs to ensure a well-designed, high-quality Middle School experience that nurtures the whole child.
• Collaborate with the Middle School Dean of students and support team to ensure that student life, leadership, and advisory programming align with developmental goals for Grades 7-8.
• Partner with the Admissions Office to support admission, retention, and family engagement efforts, ensuring that the Middle School experience is clearly understood and celebrated as a cornerstone of the Chadwick journey.
• Teach one section of a course to stay connected to students, remain actively engaged in classroom life, and model best practices in teaching and learning in partnership with faculty.

2. Instructional Leadership and Faculty Growth

3. Student Experience, Culture, and Support

4. Divisional Operations and Schoolwide Collaboration

Qualifications, education, experience and skill requirements

REQUIRED AND PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCES, AND SKILLS

Compensation : $185,000 to $240,000 salary based on years of experience, credentials and other qualifications.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. This may include warm, hot, or cold temperatures. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

CLEARANCES

Required Screenings : TB assessment Clearances : Livescan background check

Note : This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the position.