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Employment Opportunities

Application Procedure

Darlington School's hiring needs are normally not determined until the end of February or early March. During this time frame, we will have a clearer picture of availability and will begin our search process.

Should you be interested in a position at Darlington, please forward your letter of interest and résumé to the attention of Jennifer Zickafoose, human resources manager, at employment@darlingtonschool.org

Benefits

Employee benefits include retirement annuity, comprehensive major medical, term life insurance, disability insurance, credit union, meals, flexible benefits plan, supplemental retirement annuity and faculty study grants.

Faculty Duties

Teaching:
• Five (5) classes
• Coach class
• Two (2) preparations
• Class preparation–often 2 hours nightly
• Grades due every four (4) weeks
• Substituting in department
• Comments written on students three (3) times annually
• Advising students (6-10)

After-School Duties
• Coaching or Lifetime Fitness

Dormitory Duties (if hired as residential faculty)
• Once every seven (7) days approximately (weekends as well as weekdays)

Assorted Duties:
• Weekend/campus activities
• Monthly faculty meetings
• Committee meetings
• Ticket duty
• Admissions duties
• Parents Weekend
• Dance duty

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Director of the Teaching and Learning Center

The Director of the Teaching and Learning Center supports the Headmaster in implementing the academic mission of the school.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Admissions staff in determining which candidates are mission appropriate for Darlington. This role includes but is not limited to:
• Overseeing all intake testing for candidates
• Determining the appropriate number of students needing Learning Center help at each division;
• Guiding and assisting Learning Center staff in managing intake and placement test data;
• Partnering with Admissions Director, Division Heads, and Counseling staff when candidates need careful review.
• Partner with Academic Dean, Registrar, Division Directors, and Learning Center staff in providing intake data (academic history, transcripts, intake testing data) of new students to faculty.
• Partner with Division Heads and College Guidance office to interpret and manage educational testing information;
• Direct, assist and support Learning Specialists;
• Work directly with students, modeling best practices for Learning Center staff and faculty;
• Review Student Action Plans and progress reports;
• Organize professional development opportunities for faculty congruent with the needs of all students;
• Develop programs that support students with diagnosed learning differences as well as other students;
• Actively participate in Child Study and Grade Level meetings (LS and MS), Upper School Leadership, US Department Head meetings, and Directors meetings;
• Partner with Academic Dean to steer the Students of Concern Committee; this includes but is not limited to developing a clear process and time line for academic probation and withholding of contracts;
• Work with Student Life Team and Health and Wellness team whenever appropriate;
• Partner with US Registrar in creating student schedules;
• Coordinate all Peer Mentoring and tutoring services;
• Serve as College Board SDD coordinator;
• Coordinate summer programs that suit community need and interest;
• Coordinate and participate in evening residential academic support;
• Support Academic House Leaders;
• Formulate and oversee the department budget.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

Bachelor’s degree is a required, Master’s degree preferred. Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience working with students of different learning styles. Experience in an Administration position is a plus. Must be a skilled communicator with a wide variety of students and faculty. The deadline for submitting resumes is March 1, 2010.

Personal Traits

• A person of unquestioned integrity with an impeccable reputation.
• An accessible and approachable “people person” who deals with others openly, engendering a sense of trust and credibility.
• An energetic, engaged, positive, and enthusiastic individual who “sees the cup half full” and is able to transmit his or her passion to and through others.
• Positive, upbeat, and a good sense of humor.
• Hard working, industrious, energetic, and willing to provide extra effort whenever necessary to accomplish goals.
• A self-starter who leads by example.
• Intuitive, perceptive, and able to read both people and situations well.
• Critical and challenging without being cynical or sarcastic, seeking always to determine what is best for the School.
• Self-confident and secure in one’s achievements without requiring recognition.
• A good listener.

Please submit cover letter and resume to Jennifer Zickafoose, Human Resources Manager, 1014 Cave Spring Road, Rome, GA 30161.





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Director of Student Life

The position of Director of Student Life allows one person to see that consistency and cooperation are present in the enforcement of discipline, the shaping of positive behavior, the promotion of honor, and the cultivation of leadership. This position assists the Upper School Director with the day-to-day affairs of the upper school. The primary responsibility of the Director of Student Life is to provide and communicate a set of expectations that will help students mature and become responsible and productive members of the community. He or she shall serve as the focal point of the discipline, counseling, and wellness systems and be a resource for students, faculty, and parents. The Director shall be intentional about the cultivation of character among all students.

Responsibilities

• Residential Program Direction:
• Oversees and supports all matters relating to the Resident student community at the school.
• Supervises and leads the team of Heads of House in their residential and related student life duties.
• Discipline:
• Has sole responsibility for performing and overseeing the communication of the expectations and limits of behavior.
• Oversees the monitoring all detentions to clearly communicate expectations for future behavior.
• Oversees the Discipline Committee and mentors students and faculty on that committee about the philosophy and goals of the school related to discipline and character.
• Has sole responsibility for all suspensions and will consult with the Headmaster and Division Director on all expulsions.
• Promotes consistency among the upper school faculty and provides support for the faculty as well.
• Maintains student discipline and follow-through with correspondence record keeping relating to discipline.
• Maintains a high degree of visibility throughout the school day.
• Honor:
• Oversees the honor system and is the person most responsible for the furtherance of honor among the students, paying particular attention to educating the student body about honor and its importance.
• Metes out all consequences related to honor issues in consultation with the Division Director.
• Attendance:
• Works on a daily basis to monitor attendance, tardies, and all early dismissals.
• Metes out any discipline related to attendance (tardies and class cuts).
• Counseling:
• Supports and provides direction along with the Associate Headmaster to the School’s counseling efforts and counsels students when necessary.
• Provides support and guidance to the counseling staff in their intervention efforts.
• Meets regularly with the counseling staff on issues related to the PREP program and its participants; takes a leadership role in coordinating and supporting this program.
• Wellness:
• Coordinates and directs the school’s comprehensive, wellness program, which includes curricular, co-curricular, and extra-curricular courses, activities, and outreach in the areas of health education, character education, and parent education on a variety of issues.
• Responsible for planning and scheduling of internal and external programs related to Wellness.
• Student Leadership:
• Coordinates new student orientation; works with the Division Director to facilitate a smooth orientation process for all students each year.
• Works with student leaders in the orientation process as well as in grade level retreats 9-12.
• Responsible for fostering a leadership environment which values collaboration with all areas of the school to enhance and promote effective campus life and student services.
• Responsible for planning and executing the Senior class retreat and other such gatherings
• Teacher Support:
• Maintains a high degree of visibility throughout the school day.
• Establishes an environment that promotes respect of students and staff and recognizes initiative and excellence.
• Direct Reports: Six Heads of House, Two Deans of Students, Administrative Assistant

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

Bachelor’s degree is required, Master’s degree preferred. Minimum of 5 years experience in a supervisory role in a boarding environment. Ten years of experience working in a school is preferred. Must be a skilled communicator with a wide variety of students and faculty.

Personal Traits

• A person of unquestioned integrity with an impeccable reputation.
• An accessible and approachable “people person” who deals with others openly, engendering a sense of trust and credibility.
• An energetic, engaged, positive, and enthusiastic individual who “sees the cup half full” and is able to transmit his or her passion to and through others.
• Positive, upbeat, and a good sense of humor.
• Hard working, industrious, energetic, and willing to provide extra effort whenever necessary to accomplish goals.
• A self-starter who leads by example.
• Intuitive, perceptive, and able to read both people and situations well.
• Critical and challenging without being cynical or sarcastic, seeking always to determine what is best for the School.
• Self-confident and secure in one’s achievements without requiring recognition.
• A good listener.