Middle School Director

The Berkeley Carroll School seeks nominations and applications for the position of Middle School Director for the 2025-2026 school year. The successful candidate will be an experienced educational leader who values community, has a talent for collaborative decision-making and diligent communication, and embraces a passionate, student-centered perspective. Berkeley Carroll is a vibrant, independent PreK-12th grade school in Brooklyn that inspires critical, ethical, and global thinking. The academic program emphasizes an inter-disciplinary approach where faculty and students collaborate to pose essential questions. The school serves almost 1,000 students in Prekindergarten through 12th grade. Centrally located in Park Slope, Brooklyn, Berkeley Carroll brings together students from 60 zip codes throughout New York City and New Jersey. From the founding of the original Berkeley Institute in the late 19th century, through its evolution to the present, the school has been committed to providing a rigorous college preparatory program and a student-centered approach to education that focuses on critical, ethical, and global thinking. Admission to Berkeley Carroll is competitive, and its educators, students, parents and guardians value both achievement and community. The Middle School Director will report to Head of School Dr. Lisa Waller and is an integral member of the School's Leadership Team. The Director leads a division of approximately 300 students in grades 5-8 and 40 faculty members. They will be responsible for developing, promoting, and implementing the educational vision of the Middle School, as well as managing its day-to-day operations. The successful candidate will bring direct and successful experience in education leadership within a middle school environment, as well as a passion for engaging multiple constituents in dialogue, discussion, and strategies to cultivate a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. A bachelor's degree and MS/MA in a related field is required, with a preference for Education or Educational Leadership. Berkeley Carroll is committed to creating an environment that includes a diversity of perspectives and to cultivating an equitable, inclusive learning community in which everyone has the opportunity to experience a sense of belonging. This role also offers a comprehensive benefits package. A more detailed leadership profile will soon be available. The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience; the expected range is $180,000 - $230,000. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-02-15