Manhattan Country School seeks a full-time High School Placement Director for the 2024-2025 school year.
Manhattan Country School is a pre-K through 8th grade school in New York City that is recognized for its strong academic program, racial and economic diversity, social justice activism, and emphasis on environmental education that features a working farm in the Catskills in Roxbury, New York. Committed to principles of equity and multiculturalism, MCS is unique among New York City independent schools. MCS’s educational philosophy relies on educators who have strong knowledge of child development and can apply it to effective pedagogies of inquiry and learning, enjoy the excitement and curiosity of children, want to help build a community where diverse perspectives are valued and appreciate the life-long impact of working together for social and environmental justice.
The High School Placement Director will guide 7th and 8th grade families in the high school application process. The High School Placement Director reports to the Upper School Director and they will work closely together to support students and families.
The ideal candidate will be able to articulate an educational vision that is in keeping with the school’s mission. The candidate should be able to work collaboratively, be flexible, take initiative, have a sense of humor, enjoy working with children of all ages, demonstrate strong listening and communication skills, be skilled with technology, and be able to think creatively and holistically about ways to build the placement program and support families.
Duties And Responsibilities
The High School Placement Director
Counsels 8th grade students and families as they go through the high school process
Cultivates relationships with high schools in New York City and nearby boarding schools
Gathers notes and writes teacher recommendations on behalf of the 8th grade team for students applying to independent day and boarding schools, and Catholic schools
Actively advocates for students with the independent and Catholic schools to which they are applying
Compiles transcripts and sends them to schools
Helps 8th grade students and families navigate the various online application sites (e.g., Ravenna, SAO, MySchools, etc.)
Enters information into the NYC Department of Education MySchools system
Organizes information sessions, alumni panels, and meetings for 7th and 8th grade families
Attends bi-annual ISAAGNY Admissions/Placement meetings and annual NYSAIS Admissions/Placement Conference when possible
May serve as a member of the Admissions Committee
Teaches a 7th grade Child Development class
Accompanies the 7th grade on a 1-week trip to the MCS Farm in the Catskills
Teaches a 6th-8th grade elective
Fulfills other various duties, including lunch and park coverage
Attends weekly meetings with Upper School Director and 7th-8th grade team
Requirements And Qualifications
Master’s degree preferred
Experience teaching or working with 7th and 8th graders
Experience with advising or supporting families
Experience supporting students with diverse learning styles and needs
Strong communication, organizational, and administrative skills
Experience in a diverse community or working collaboratively to engage youth in community-building, social and environmental justice, and activism is a plus
To apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to HR@manhattancountryschool.org with “High School Placement Director” in the subject line. No phone calls please. For more information, please see www.manhattancountryschool.org.
This position is covered under the LOC2110 collective bargaining agreement with a full-time salary range of $82,500-$92,500 annually.
Manhattan Country School is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. MCS does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, sex assigned at birth, gender identity, veteran, or disability status.
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About Manhattan Country School, Inc.
Reflecting the vision of the civil rights movement, Manhattan Country School teaches students in a community with no racial majority and broad economic diversity. Our goals for students are academic excellence, intellectual freedom, social awareness, self-confidence, and first-hand knowledge of the natural world. MCS is unique among NYC independent schools in having a 180-acre working farm integral to the curriculum and a sliding scale for tuition.
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