Assistant Head of Upper School

• Location 3650 Reed Road,Columbus, OH, 43220,United States
• Job Category Instructional Administration
• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree

Contact information

• Name Shelley Brown
• Email brown

Description

Wellington School seeks an Assistant Head of Upper School to lead in a division known for an innovative, ambitious, and student-centered approach to learning. Working in close partnership with the Head of Upper School, the Assistant Head is the division’s lead for student life. The Assistant Head will oversee the Grade Level Dean team, setting the direction for the advisory, assembly, and grade-level programs, while steering student conduct, student government, clubs, and beloved community traditions.

This person will be key to the success of the division and a champion for all elements of the Upper School.

This is a role for an educator who wants to work creatively and collaboratively in a dynamic division at an exciting time for our Upper School. The Assistant Head will manage and iterate systems, coach a team, and shape how every Upper School student is known, supported, and challenged. The role is well-suited to someone who is excited to lead at the division level, take ownership of programs, and help build the best Upper School imaginable alongside colleagues who share a passion for academic excellence and exceptional outcomes for graduates who put knowledge into action to improve our world.

• Supervises and coaches four Grade Level Deans, building a collaborative and effective student support team.
• Oversees the Upper School advisory system, setting expectations, providing training, and supporting advisors in fulfilling their roles.

• Cultivates a joyful, inclusive, and spirited Upper School culture, grounded in kindness and mutual respect, in which students feel known, valued, and proud to belong.
• Strengthens community and school spirit through Morning Meeting, assemblies, celebrations, and the daily life of the Upper School.
• Collaborates on 8th-to-9th grade transition and onboarding for new Upper School students, in partnership with the Middle School and Admissions, fostering early connections.

• Leads a vibrant and evolving student life program, including Student Council, clubs, and student organizations.
• Partners with faculty advisors and student leaders to keep activities engaging, accessible, and responsive to student interests.

• Leads the division’s approach to student conduct: sets clear expectations, handles disciplinary matters fairly and consistently, and uses restorative practices to help students take responsibility and repair relationships.
• Partners with counselors, learning specialists, and faculty to identify and support students facing academic, social, emotional, or behavioral challenges.
• Communicates clearly, compassionately, and promptly with families about conduct and student well-being, including in difficult conversations.
• Reviews and recommends updates to the Upper School section of the student handbook.

• Serves on the Upper School leadership team and contributes to strategic planning and priorities.
• Serves as a key thought partner with the Head of Upper School in setting a divisional vision.
• Shares responsibility for daily operations and acts as Head of Upper School in the absence of the Head of Upper School.
• Represents the Upper School at admissions events, family programs, and school-wide functions.

• Teaches up to two year-long Upper School courses each year.

• A genuine love of adolescents and enthusiasm for…