Office of Diversity Planning Assistant

CHARLOTTE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL

POSITION TITLE: Office of Diversity Planning Assistant

DEPARTMENT: Administration

REPORTS TO: Director of Diversity Planning

FLSA: Non-Exempt

TERM: January 2026 June 2026

Mission Statement

Through excellence in education Charlotte Country Day School develops the potential of each student by fostering intellectual curiosity principled character ethical leadership and a responsibility to serve.

Affirmation of Community

Charlotte Country Day School is committed to living as an authentic inclusive community. Our pursuit of this commitment to community recognizes and affirms the richness brought by difference and discovered through commonality.

Overview

Charlotte Country Day School (Country Day) is one of the largest independent co-educational schools in the Charlotte area and one of the 15 largest in the continental United States. Enrollment is very strong and the school is thriving. Highly regarded for the rigor of its academic program and the breadth of its offerings in the arts athletics community service and leadership Country Day is noteworthy for a long tradition of positioning itself at the forefront of curricular innovation.

A strong forward-thinking institution Country Day offers every child a chance to shine. The school is a diverse inclusive community with strong academic and co-curricular programs designed for students to learn to think critically act respectfully and show sensitivity to the feelings and needs of others. The unique curriculum offered by Country Day prepares and strengthens students for participation in their local and global communities. With its focus on diversity service global study and technology Country Day positions students for future success in an ever-changing world. Country Day is committed to living as an authentic inclusive community. Our pursuit of this commitment to community recognizes and affirms the richness brought by difference and discovered through commonality.

Position Details

The Office of Diversity Planning Assistant will collaborate with the Director of Diversity Planning and colleagues across all divisions to support DEIB programming professional learning and community partnerships. This is a hands-on role that involves collaborating closely with the Director to strengthen a culture of belonging and advance key DEIB priorities.

Essential Responsibilities include:

Community Engagement

• Support new and ongoing DEIB initiatives school-wide events and programs that build belonging and cultural competence.
• Support divisional DEIB coordinators and Divisional Diversity Planning Teams.
• Support divisional affinity groups and leaders as needed.

Professional Learning Support

• Support DEIB-focused professional development for faculty and staff.
• Assist Diversity Director in planning and delivering lessons seminars and workshops on belonging intercultural communication and community building.
• Help identify relevant conferences and learning opportunities; help coordinate faculty and student participation.

Recruitment & Retention

• Support the Diversity Planning and Admissions Office efforts to recruit and retain a diverse faculty staff and student body.
• Support outreach efforts and admissions programming aligned with DEIB goals.

Communications & Partnerships

• Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to support Diversity Planning website newsletter and social content.
• Support Director in building relationships with parent groups and community organizations that advance DEIB initiatives.

Ideal Candidates Will Bring

• A joyful presence and a community affirming mindset.
• A collaborative flexible and growth-oriented approach to professional development.
• The ability to build trust with school community and colleagues across lines of difference.
• Warmth empathy and strong emotional intelligence.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required; minimum three years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience working in a dynamic school setting.
• Experience in supporting DEIB programming in educational or organizational settings.
• Strong interpersonal communication and facilitation skills.
• Strong organizational skills and comfort managing multiple projects in a demanding environment.

Application Process

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter current resume and list of references with telephone numbers via the Employment Portal at Review of materials and initial interviews will begin as applications are received. References will only be contacted for applicants who advance in the process.

To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals employment decisions at CCDS will be based on merit qualifications and abilities. CCDS does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race color religion sex national origin age disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Required Experience:

Junior IC