Dean of Faculty/Assistant head of school
St. Mark’s School
SOUTHBOROUGH, MA
July 2025
St. Mark’s School is seeking an experienced, visionary, and highly collaborative Dean of Faculty/Assistant Head of School to help lead its dedicated academic community into the next chapter, supporting the purpose of their school — to prepare students for their futures.
“St. Mark’s faculty are encouraged to continue learning and growing, to think critically and creatively, to communicate and collaborate skillfully, and to be open to new ideas and diverse perspectives. As lifelong learners, we model this growth mindset for students. Our School’s holistic approach to education enables students to develop essential intellectual, character, and leadership skills that will help them succeed in whatever field they choose.”
Procedure to apply
SEARCH CALENDAR*
Applications Deadline
December 20, 2024
Semifinalist Interviews
Mid-January 2025
Finalist Interviews
Late January — Early February 2025
Announcement
Mid-February 2025
Start Date
July 1, 2025
*Approximate dates subject to change
St. Mark’s School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or genetics, and any other characteristic or status protected by law.
St. Mark’s School, by its nature as a residential educational community, provides numerous opportunities for faculty, staff, and students to interact in a variety of ways in pursuit of a rigorous education. Faculty and staff are attracted to schools like this for the chance to get to know the whole student. In turn, students are drawn to schools like this for the breadth and depth of offerings, as well as the chance to work closely with talented, compassionate adults.
Interested candidates should submit the following materials confidentially as a single PDF file:
A cover letter indicating the candidate’s particular interest in and qualifications for the position
A current resume
A statement of educational philosophy
The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of five references, including at least two recent supervisors. References should speak to the applicant’s ability to be an effective educator and administrator, to work successfully with children, and to work collaboratively and collegially with adults (references will be contacted only with the candidate’s permission). Please indicate your relationship with each reference (i.e. supervisor, colleague, or direct report).
Please direct any questions via email to julie@strategenius.org or by phone at 415-881-7105.