The Grade Dean works closely with the Head of the Upper School and the Upper School Dean of Students to oversee student life and support the well-being of their student cohort throughout the four years in the Upper School. The Grade Dean collaborates with grade advisors and faculty to help students meet both curricular and extracurricular expectations. Additionally, the Grade Dean communicates directly with parents about grade-level programs and serves as a liaison among stakeholders to address the developmental needs of the grade.

Start date: August 24, 2025

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develop and lead grade-level programming that fosters class cohesion and identity.

• Serve as a resource for students, advisors, teachers, and parents to support problem-solving.

• Foster collaboration within the advisor team, including planning advisor team meetings.

• Work with the grade team to organize annual class trips and student and family events.

• Act as the first point of contact for student discipline regarding non-major offenses and collaborate with the Upper School team to ensure a fair and effective restorative practices disciplinary process.

• Meet once per cycle with the Student Support Team (psychologist, counselor, school nurse, learning specialist, fellow class deans, and the Head of Upper School) to discuss students of concern and design action plans.

• Oversee course registration to ensure students meet graduation requirements, resolve scheduling conflicts, and coordinate with students and the Registrar as needed.

• Support the implementation of administrative, extracurricular, co-curricular, and academic programs as required.

• Maintain positive and open communication with parents, building strong, supportive relationships.