Full-Time, 10 months, Faculty Exempt

Key School seeks a Student Leadership Coordinator in our Middle and Upper Schools for the 2023-2024 academic year. 

The Student Leadership Coordinator works with faculty, staff and Middle and Upper School students to develop and support leadership opportunities. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are paramount, as is the ability to collaborate effectively with both students and faculty. The Student Leadership Coordinator is supervised by Division Heads at each level and works closely with the Director of Outdoor Education.  

Job Responsibilities:

• Activities Program. Plan and execute weekly student club meetings across both Divisions
• Student Forum. Oversee and support the Forum groups in both Divisions. Student Forum is made up of representatives from each grade-level and promotes initiatives that come from the student body
• Outdoor Education. Plan and lead Outdoor Education trips, along with the School’s Outdoor Education Director, throughout the calendar year
• Partner with the Outdoor Department on trip prep (gear/packing/etc.) and work with student-led components of trip experiences. Lead or co-lead the School’s Trips Committee, which focuses on risk management and mission alignment
• Events. Plan and support the student body with events such as Homecoming, Zag Bowl, Corn Hole Championship, Fall Field Games, Prom, Wellness Day, Career Day, and any Middle School socials or dances
• Advisory Program/Life Skills. Work with Middle School Life Skills Coordinators to support the Advisory program in Middle School. Plan the Upper School Advisory Program with support from the Grade Advisor Team and the School Counselor
• Community Service. Oversee student community service initiatives and teach a community service class each semester in the Upper School

The Ideal Candidate Possesses the Following Characteristics:

• Commitment to Key School’s values
• Genuine appreciation for and experience supporting and mentoring student leaders 
• Proven self-starter and proactive leader
• Knowledge of cultural competencies, strong emotional intelligence, and the ability to build relationships with all school constituency groups
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work with, teach and lead collaborative teams
• Experience leading groups of faculty and students on overnight outdoor trips 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree; Master’s Degree preferred
• Two to three years of experience working directly with students 
• First Aid/Wilderness First Aid (preferred)

Physical Requirements:

The demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The ability to navigate stairs as part of daily routines; mobility around a mid-size campus with uneven pavement. The ability to maneuver as necessary within a regular classroom. Ability to walk extensively, lift and carry heavy materials (up to 50 lbs). Ability to work outdoors in most weather conditions. Ability to maintain focus and situational awareness during multi-day outdoor activities. Ability to sleep on the ground (camp) for up to 6 consecutive days.

Compensation/Benefits: 

Key School offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, a generous 403(b) Plan, and much more.

Technical Competencies:

(Wilderness First Responder- we pay for and provide the training within the first year of employment)

All candidates for teaching positions should be familiar with learning management systems such as Seesaw and Google Classroom and have the ability to create and deliver engaging multimedia content using a variety of digital tools. Key is a Google Workspace for Education school. Candidates should be proficient in using Google applications, have a solid understanding of cloud-based storage and file-sharing platforms, and efficiently manage email and scheduling using Gmail and Google Calendar. They should be proficient in virtual communication tools such as Zoom or Google meet and have basic troubleshooting skills to resolve common technical issues that may arise in the classroom. 

Work Schedule/Travel: 

(as many as 45 day/nights of travel with students per year away from campus)

Occasionally, there may be business and school functions that will require your presence to work flexible hours, including nights and/or weekends and travel outside of Annapolis.

About the School

Founded in 1958 by professors from St. John's College, Key School engages children from 2.5 years of age through grade 12 in a progressive, coeducational, college-preparatory program on its picturesque 15-acre campus 4 miles from downtown Annapolis. 

Key School is a dynamic, tight-knit community deeply committed to ensuring students are supported and challenged to excel educationally and personally and be confident, courageous, critical thinkers prepared to engage with the world. Our Community is as diverse as it is warm and welcoming. 

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: 

Key is particularly interested in candidates with experience in creating inclusive school settings and who are culturally responsive. We are seeking candidates with a commitment to educational equity and justice. We learn and grow both as individuals and as a school community when students and adults of diverse backgrounds, abilities and identities develop an understanding of and respect for our commonalities and differences. Together, we have created a community that reflects diversity across a broad spectrum and will help fulfill Key’s promise to prepare our students for the challenges and responsibilities they will assume in an increasingly connected yet diverse and pluralistic world. The diverse student body is 39% students of color, and 32% of our students receive financial aid to create a socioeconomically diverse community.  Learn more about our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Key.

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, completed application, and three professional references by selecting the link.