Job Summary:

LHP’s Lower School (LS) seeks an Associate Director (AD) of Primary Grades to work closely with the Director of LS to provide comprehensive support to the LS community. Focused on Grades PK-2, the AD supports the academic and social-emotional development of students in Grades PK-2. This leader helps cultivate a positive, nurturing, joyful, and engaging learning environment that reflects the school’s mission and values. Responsibilities include supporting teachers in implementing instructional and behavioral management best practices, monitoring student progress, partnering with teachers throughout their evaluation process, collaborating on key programs and initiatives, and fostering strong partnerships with families. The AD also serves as a visible and supportive presence in classrooms and throughout the division, promoting a culture of growth, curiosity, and engagement.

This is a full-time, fully benefitted, 12-month, exempt position. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply.

Education/Experience:

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree or international equivalent required; at least one advanced degree must be in early childhood education, elementary education, educational leadership, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience teaching required, preferably in a lower school setting.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an administrative leadership role required.
• Independent school experience preferred. 

This position announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title and the education and skills required. This is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that are required or may be required in the future.

LHP conducts background checks, including fingerprinting (https://info.flclearinghouse.com/) and drug testing, and may use a third-party administrator. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Lake Highland Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Lake Highland Preparatory School

About Lake Highland Preparatory School Lake Highland Preparatory School is Central Florida’s premier, private, college preparatory school for Pre-K through 12th grade. When students enter our classrooms, they meet energetic educators who are passionate about what they teach and who focus on developing the greatest potential of each student. Our classes are small, providing the optimal setting for students to be encouraged and inspired. At Lake Highland Preparatory School, students learn to question, create, challenge, analyze, and speak and write critically. They love learning, and each day we watch them reach for excellence, seek new discoveries, shine on the stage, and thrive in athletics. We not only prepare our students for success in college and beyond, but we also teach them to be compassionate leaders who make ethical decisions. Mission Within an atmosphere of love, concern, and mutual respect, Lake Highland Preparatory School is committed to instilling Christian values, inspiring patriotism, developing leaders, and preparing students for college and lifelong learning through academically challenging programs and affirming competitive experiences. Vision Lake... Highland Preparatory School develops and empowers students with noble character, keen intellect, and an enduring love of learning to thrive in a highly competitive, widely collaborative and ever-changing world. The school’s “whole child” approach fosters confident, competent, and functional citizens who are intellectually, physically, emotionally, and spiritually prepared to pursue their dreams, achieve their full potential, and successfully cope with life challenges.

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