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 day-to-day operations while driving the School's 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 well-suited 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 Education's finest leaders. The Assistant Head of School will report directly to the Head of School, playing a key role in shaping the school's long-term 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 high-performance culture that reflects the values and mission of the School.
• Operational Excellence: Highly skilled in overseeing academic and operational functions, ensuring seamless execution of daily activities while supporting the long-term goals of the school.
• Faculty Development: Extensive experience in mentoring and supporting faculty, fostering their professional growth and effectiveness, while consistently prioritizing student-centered 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 Problem-Solving: 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 long-term and contribute to the development of forward-looking plans that align with the School's 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 school's 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 School's 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 decision-making and strategic guidance that drives the school's long-term 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 School's 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.
• Master's 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 problem-solving 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 high-quality medical and dental coverage, a Defined Contribution 403(b) plan with immediate vesting and a 7.5% matching contribution, school-paid life insurance, long-term 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, family-friendly community.
• Relocation assistance is available through a moving reimbursement program.

Salary range: $150,000 to $190,000 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 7-12, 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.