Head of School

Hope Partnership for Education North Philadelphia

About Us Hope Partnership for Education was founded by the Society of the Holy Child Jesus and the Sisters of Mercy with input from community residents on the belief that every Philadelphian deserves access to a high-quality educational experience. Our instructional model originating at the Nativity Mission Center in New York City in 1971 emphasizes small class sizes extended learning time and high school support for students in historically underserved communities.

Today Hope Partnership for Education is a trusted educational center offering small classes after-school enrichment and summer programming to middle school students. We work collaboratively with organizations throughout the Fairhill-Hartranft neighborhood to serve the community.

Mission Statement Hope Partnership for Education is a North Philadelphia independent middle school and education center that provides a high-quality values-based education that supports and challenges students from adolescence to adulthood.

Vision Statement Hope Partnership for Education creates compassionate citizens and courageous leaders through a transformative caring and joy-filled education.

Position Title: Head of Middle School Classification: Exempt Full-Time Reports To: President/CEO

Position Summary The Head of Middle School is responsible for planning organizing and leading all middle school operations at Hope Partnership for Education. This includes ensuring the safety well-being and academic success of students and providing instructional leadership grounded in research-based best practices.

The Head of Middle School will implement strategic plans to meet accreditation standards and exceed key performance benchmarks. This position oversees staff recruitment staff supervision professional development and the middle school budget. The role also manages all government and school programs (Title 1) and maintains compliance with applicable regulations.

Collaboration with the Graduate Support Director ensures successful high school placement for all students. The Head of Middle School works closely with the President/CEO to address strategic and operational priorities and to advance the schools mission.

Essential Responsibilities

• Ensure the well-being and safety of all students
• Partner with Development team to support fundraising efforts
• Provide instructional leadership and staff supervision
• Lead professional development and coaching for teachers
• Collaborate with the Graduate Support Director to ensure 100% high school placement
• Develop and manage the middle school budget
• Implement strategic plans in partnership with the Leadership Team and Board of Trustees
• Maintain performance benchmarks (enrollment student performance)
• Manage and update teacher and family handbooks
• Maintain educational and operational standards

Qualifications

• Commitment to educational equity and experience working in underserved communities
• Masters degree in a relevant field required
• Minimum of five years of teaching and/or administrative experience
• Strong leadership collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to:

Required Experience:

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