Westside School Middle School Division Head

Westside School, an independent preschool‑8th grade school in West Seattle, is seeking a highly relational, student‑centered leader to serve as its next Middle School Division Head. Guided by its mission to help students learn to think critically and act with compassion in a joyful, supportive community, Westside is a place where intellect and heart thrive side by side. Since its founding in 1981, the school has empowered students to meet challenges with imagination and resilience.

Families describe Westside as “the school we didn’t know we needed,” a warm and welcoming environment defined by respect, belonging, and genuine partnership among teachers, students, and families.

Reporting to the new Head of School, Dr. Daryl Wright, the Middle School Division Head oversees all aspects of the program for grades 5–8, collaborating with faculty and staff to guide approximately 150 students through a formative stage of growth. The Division Head joins a collegial Educational Leadership Team to deepen alignment across divisions and champion the continued evolution of teaching and learning.

This leader will bring steadiness and perspective to a dedicated faculty, strengthening team culture and supporting Westside’s commitment to the whole child.

The next Middle School Division Head will enter a community ready for stability and shared direction after a period of transition. With optimism and vision, the new leader will nurture confidence among faculty and families, communicate transparently, and celebrate the spirit that makes Westside distinct. They will uphold the school’s promise to serve a wide range of learners with creativity, empathy, and high expectations, striking a thoughtful balance between support and stretch for every student.

This person will help articulate the Middle School’s identity and collaborate across the institution to share the impact of a Westside education with clarity and pride.

The ideal candidate will lead with energy, humility, and high emotional intelligence—someone who finds meaning in guiding early adolescents and the educators who inspire them. A clear‑sighted communicator and trusted partner, this leader will cultivate consistency, enthusiasm, and shared purpose across the division. This is an exciting opportunity for the Middle School Division Head to help shape the school’s next chapter, uniting a vibrant community around scholastic curiosity and authentic connection.

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