Assistant Head of School

The Stony Brook School a leading Christian and Day School in the United States is seeking a dynamic and accomplished professional to serve as the Assistant Head of School. This critical leadership role will oversee daytoday operations while driving the Schools mission forward during a time of significant growth and opportunity. Working closely with a highly skilled leadership team the Assistant Head will provide direction and oversight across key academic and operational areas. This position is wellsuited for an experienced educational leader or an aspiring Head of School as The Stony Brook School has a longstanding reputation for developing and mentoring some of Christian Educations finest leaders. The Assistant Head of School will report directly to the Head of School playing a key role in shaping the schools longterm vision and strategic goals.

Key Competencies:

• Leadership Excellence: Proven ability to lead diverse teams with vision and clarity fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Relational Intelligence: Strong interpersonal skills able to connect meaningfully with students parents faculty and staff ensuring that all constituents feel heard supported and valued.
• Cultural Stewardship: Expertise in shaping and nurturing a vibrant inclusive and highperformance culture that reflects the values and mission of the School.
• Operational Excellence: Highly skilled in overseeing academic and operational functions ensuring seamless of daily activities while supporting the longterm goals of the school.
• Faculty Development: Extensive experience in mentoring and supporting faculty fostering their professional growth and effectiveness while consistently prioritizing studentcentered outcomes
• Strategic Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities ensuring clarity transparency and engagement across all school stakeholders.
• Talent Management: Possesses a sharp ability to identify recruit and retain top talent ensuring that Stony Brook School continues to be a leader in education with a team dedicated to excellence.
• Innovative ProblemSolving: Ability to approach challenges with creativity and strategic thinking delivering actionable solutions that drive results and overcome obstacles.
• Conflict Resolution: Expert in navigating complex interpersonal dynamics resolving conflicts constructively and leveraging these experiences to strengthen relationships and foster a more resilient collaborative environment.
• Strong Work Ethic: A commitment to excellence responsibility and sustained effort in achieving school goals and objectives. Demonstrates resilience in managing workload remaining focused under pressure and leading by example.

Essential Characteristics:

• Vibrant Christian Faith: A genuine and steadfast faith that guides all leadership decisions and exemplifies the values of the School.
• Strategic Vision: Ability to think longterm and contribute to the development of forwardlooking plans that align with the Schools mission and goals.
• Resilience and Endurance: A steady determined presence in the face of challenges with the ability to navigate complex situations with grace and persistence.
• Authentic Leadership: A dynamic and engaging leader who inspires confidence trust and loyalty across all levels of the school community.
• Indomitable Work Ethic: Exhibits steadfast dedication consistently surpassing expectations while managing high demands with resilience and perseverance. Leads by example upholding a strong commitment to excellence in every aspect of the role.
• Uncompromising Integrity: Upholds the highest standards of personal and professional ethics with an unwavering commitment to doing what is right even in challenging situations.
• Technologically Proficient: Demonstrates proficiency with modern technologies particularly AI tools to enhance efficiency drive innovation and improve the learning and operational environment. Continuously adapts to emerging technologies to support the schools goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for parents and key community stakeholders ensuring clear timely and personalized communication regarding school activities updates and concerns.
• Faculty & Staff Leadership: Oversee faculty operations and serve as the primary point of contact for faculty and staff concerns providing mentorship and support while managing workloads in collaboration with the Dean of Academics. Ensure alignment with the Schools academic objectives and foster a positive work environment.
• Student Discipline: Manage significant student discipline matters overseeing all aspects of the process including investigations communication with parents and the implementation of appropriate consequences.
• Campus Presence & Engagement: Maintain a visible and accessible presence across campus attending student events athletic competitions and performances to demonstrate leadership and engagement with the school community.
• Executive Leadership & Decision Making: Lead administrative meetings in the absence of the Head of School ensuring sound decisionmaking and strategic guidance that drives the schools longterm success.
• Recruitment & Talent Development: Oversee the recruitment process for new faculty and staff collaborating with Human Resources and relevant departments to ensure a smooth and thorough hiring process.
• Strategic Oversight of Key Departments: Provide leadership and support to key departments including Academics Athletics College Counseling Health Services and Student Life ensuring alignment with the Schools mission and vision.
• Cultivate School Culture: In collaboration with the Head of School shape and monitor the campus culture utilizing surveys and initiatives to assess and enhance faculty and student satisfaction and engagement.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of senior leadership experience in an academic or educational setting with demonstrated success in managing teams and driving organizational performance.
• Masters Degree or higher in Education Leadership or a closely related field.
• Exceptional ability to communicate clearly effectively and with impact both in writing and verbally to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Proficient in using advanced technologies particularly in leveraging AI for educational and operational improvements.
• Exceptional problemsolving abilities to analyze complex challenges and provide effective actionable solutions
• A leader who embodies the values and mission of the School inspiring confidence and trust in all stakeholders.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience including free housing and utilities.
• Comprehensive benefits package includes free premiums for highquality medical and dental coverage a Defined Contribution 403(b) plan with immediate vesting and a 7.5 matching contribution schoolpaid life insurance longterm disability and accidental death & dismemberment policies.
• Additional benefits include professional development opportunities free meals during the school year tuition remission generous paid leave access to athletic facilities and a scenic campus fostering a vibrant familyfriendly community.
• Relocation assistance is available through a moving reimbursement program.

Salary range: $150000 to $190000 commensurate to experience.

About The Stony Brook School

Founded in 1922 The Stony Brook School exists to challenge young men and women to know Jesus Christ as Lord to love others as themselves and to grow in knowledge and skill. As an independent college preparatory school for grades 712 we inspire students to lead lives of significance and service through their character leadership and faith. Nestled on the scenic North Shore of Long Island our campus is a haven for academic excellence spiritual growth and lifelong friendships.

Equal Employment Opportunity: In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals employment decisions at The Stony Brook School will be based on merit qualifications experience and abilities. We do not discriminate based on race color sex national origin age citizenship genetic predisposition or any characteristic protected by law.

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