Kent Place School is seeking a choreographer for our middle school musical. Candidates should possess an expertise in dance instruction and have experience with middle school students. This is a part-time position from September through the end of January. Undergraduate or Master's degree preferred. Please send cover letter and resume to teaching@kentplace.org with ""Musical Choreographer" in the subject line. Kent Place School is an equal opportunity employer. We seek candidates who support the development of a school community that is culturally competent, a working environment that is affirming and inclusive, where each member feels safe and valued, as described in our Diversity statement.

We are seeking a high school counselor for the 2019-20 academic year. Primary responsibilities will include providing supportive counseling, assessment and crisis intervention to students in grades 9-12, making referrals, and providing consultation with parents, faculty and outside mental health providers. Essential elements of this role will be to address the socio-emotional needs and education of girls via assemblies, small groups and classes, panel events, advisory, and peer education activities, and to create faculty training and professional development related to adolescent mental health and wellness. Candidates should be collaborative, expecting to work with all constituencies, including deans, learning specialist, nurse and faculty to address psychosocial, behavioral and co-morbid medical and learning issues. 

Requirements: Candidates should have experience working with adolescent girls and families and navigating systems, a strong clinical foundation, assessment and advocacy skills, and crisis intervention background. Masters or Doctorate in Social Work, Active NJLCSW or LSW, and/or State of NJ Certificate as School Social Worker are required.

Please send a cover letter and resume to: teaching@kentplace.org with “US Counselor” in the subject line. Kent Place School is an equal opportunity employer. We seek candidates who support the development of a school community that is culturally competent, a working environment that is affirming and inclusive, where each member feels safe and valued, as described in our Diversity statement.  

 

Kent Place School seeks a dynamic and creative Assistant Director of Communications to join our team. This position reports to the Director of Communications, works alongside fellow Communications team members, and will partner with departments and our signature programs to create marketing strategies and content for a variety of communications channels. A passion for writing and creating content for multiple platforms, strong project management and problem-solving skills, experience with producing magazine content and features, the ability to think strategically and analytically, demonstrate initiative, anticipate needs, meet deadlines, and understand the trends and most effective tools to reach multiple constituents are qualities of a well-suited candidate for this position. Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in related field. Minimum five years of progressive work experience required.  All applicants must submit a cover letter, résumé, and two writing samples and include "Assistant Director of Communications" in the subject line when writing to employment@kentplace.org. Submissions without writing samples will not be considered. Kent Place School is an equal opportunity employer. We seek candidates who support the development of a school community that is culturally competent, a working environment that is affirming and inclusive, where each member feels safe and valued, as described in our Diversity statement. 

Kent Place School seeks an experienced leader for our Director of Operations role. The Director of Operations is a member of the Leadership Team and works closely with all senior administrators.  The Director is responsible for the oversight of Facilities and Operations, Crisis Management and Planning, Campus Safety, Dining and Food Services, Facility Use and Rental, Transportation, and Campus Housing. The Director of Operations will facilitate the management of operations, future planning and safety and security of all school facilities as well as non-tuition revenue streams. AUXS is acting on behalf of Kent Place School to recruit candidates for this position. Full job description and process to apply can be found using the following link: https://auxs.org/operational-positions/kent-place-school-director-operations/

Kent Place School is an equal opportunity employer. We seek candidates who support the development of a school community that is culturally competent, a working environment that is affirming and inclusive, where each member feels safe and valued, as described in our Diversity statement.

Kent Place School seeks a Director of the Upper School to begin July 1, 2020. The Director of the Upper School is the primary administrator for grades 9–12, a division of approximately 300 girls and 50 faculty. The Director of the Upper School has overall responsibility for curriculum, faculty support and supervision, and student and parent programs for the division. He or she reports to the Head of School and is a member of the Leadership Team. Support personnel include an administrative assistant, the Dean of Students, the Academic Dean, the Director of College Advising, the School Counselor, the Learning Specialist, and a nurse. Please see the full job description here. Interested and qualified candidates should submit electronically in one email and as separate documents (preferably PDFs) the following materials:

 

Please send materials to:

John Faubert, Senior Consultant john.faubert@carneysandoe.com or

Karen Whitaker, Search Consultant karen.whitaker@carneysandoe.com or

Sloane Meyer, Assisting John Faubert and Karen Whitaker sloane.meyer@carneysandoe.com

 

 

Kent Place School seeks a full-time school bus driver (with benefits). Anticipated daily hours are in a split shift format, approximately  7:15am-10:15am and 2:30pm-6:30pm, but flexibility is required in order to meet the needs of school. Other school tasks may be required. Minimum 30 hours per week, occasional overtime as needed. Candidates must possess valid Class B CDL License with Air Brakes, P & S endorsements, clean driving record and good communication skills. Must be able to pass a background check, drug test and physical. Previous school bus driving experience required. Please submit cover letter and resume to employment@kentplace.org. Kent Place School is an equal opportunity employer. We seek candidates who support the development of a school community that is culturally competent, a working environment that is affirming and inclusive, where each member feels safe and valued, as described in our Diversity statement.

 

Kent Place School seeks full-time HVAC Technician. Responsibilities include daily HVAC and boiler maintenance and general maintenance duties. Candidate should have minimum 1-2 years HVAC experience; HVAC certification preferred. Send cover letter and resume to employment@kentplace.org with “HVAC” in the subject line. Kent Place School is an equal opportunity employer. We seek candidates who support the development of a school community that is culturally competent, a working environment that is affirming and inclusive, where each member feels safe and valued, as described in our Diversity statement.