Assistant Head of Lower School for Student Life
About The Position
Ravenscroft School is seeking an Assistant Head of Lower School for Student Life to serve as a senior leader responsible for shaping a joyful, inclusive, and developmentally responsive student experience for our youngest learners. This is a full-time, exempt leadership position following the academic calendar. This role is ideal for a relational and strategic educator who is passionate about student well-being, belonging, community culture, and faculty partnership. The Assistant Head of Lower School for Student Affairs plays a central role in daily division life—supporting students, families, and faculty while ensuring alignment with Ravenscroft’s mission, values, and Lead From Here framework. Reports to: Head of Lower School Supervisory Responsibilities: None (provides coaching and evaluative support to faculty)
Requirements
- Advanced degree in education (Lower School focus preferred)
- Minimum of three to five (3–5) years of Lower School teaching experience
- Deep understanding of child development (PK–5)
- Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
- Alignment with Ravenscroft’s mission and Portrait of an Educator
Nice To Haves
- Experience in an independent school setting
- Experience with restorative practices, belonging work, faculty evaluation, and student support systems
- Proven success coaching and mentoring educators
- Familiarity with data-informed decision-making and student culture metrics
- Knowledge of accreditation standards and best practices
- Comfortable using technology and digital tools for communication and engagement
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership for all aspects of the Lower School student experience, including belonging, wellness, community culture and behavioral expectations
- Partner with the Head of Lower School to set and implement a vision for student life aligned with school-wide mission, values, and developmental best practices
- Embed the Lead From Here framework into daily routines, programming, and student life structures
- Coordinate and lead student behavior support, including restorative practices and Honor Code expectations
- Serve on the Lower School Student Assistance Team to support students’ academic, social, and behavioral needs
- Collaborate closely with school counselors, learning specialists, and leadership on proactive and responsive student support
- Support and mentor faculty through coaching, observation, and participation in the Faculty Growth & Evaluation process
- Partner with the Head and Assistant Head of Lower School for Student Learning to align academic expectations and student well-being
- Assist with daily operations including scheduling, calendar coordination, arrival and dismissal routines, events, and announcements
- Oversee student-facing programs such as Safety Assistants, Buddy Teachers, and new student transitions
- Collaborate with Auxiliary Programs to ensure a cohesive student experience
- Assist with handbook and policy review to ensure clarity, consistency, and developmental appropriateness
- Partner with Admissions on enrollment, placement conversations, and retention efforts
- Participate in faculty and staff hiring processes
- Serve on school-wide committees, including Admissions, Student Life, Faculty Growth & Evaluation, and Retention
- Communicate with families with empathy, professionalism, and a service-oriented approach
- Maintain a visible and accessible presence throughout the Lower School
- Plan and facilitate division meetings that balance information-sharing, professional learning, and community building
- Support the broader school community by attending co-curricular events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
