Job Description

Boca Prep International School is seeking an Assistant Head of School to join our team. This critical leadership role will oversee day-to-day operations in conjunction with the Head of School while driving the School's mission forward during a time of significant growth and opportunity. Working closely with a highly skilled leadership team, the Assistant Head will provide direction and oversight across key academic and operational areas. The Assistant Head of School will report directly to the Head of School, playing a key role in shaping the school's long-term vision and strategic goals.

Founded in 1997, has been providing a student-centered, college-preparatory, International Baccalaureate (IB) education for students in preschool through 12th grade as an independent school. The school was IB authorized in 2009 and became an IB World School in 2016, offering all three programs of the International Baccalaureate, as well as extra-curricular activities, community service, performance programs, and the performing arts that are all emphasized alongside the highest expectations for academic engagement and attainment. With over 50 countries represented in our student body, Boca Prep has developed its own community with an international perspective. With small class sizes and an experienced and caring faculty, we help develop students to become lifelong learners and global citizens.

Boca Prep is an (IES) school. Students and faculty from IES schools are members of a worldwide network of international schools that work together, share expertise, and offer cultural and linguistic exchanges. IES schools focus on the individual student through small classes, mentoring, and a system of personalized learning. IES schools stress internationalism, whether through IB programmes or national programmes that include an emphasis on internationalism, privilege language learning as a key skill in a globalized world, promote academic rigor, stress the development of character, self-discipline, and learning how to learn, and are flexible about the distinctive needs of the different societies and communities which they serve.

Key Competencies

• Leadership Excellence: Proven ability to lead diverse teams with vision and clarity, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Relational Intelligence: Strong interpersonal skills, able to connect meaningfully with students, parents, faculty, and staff, ensuring that all constituents feel heard, supported, and valued.
• Cultural Stewardship: Expertise in shaping and nurturing a vibrant, inclusive, and high-performance culture that reflects the values and mission of the School.
• Operational Excellence: Highly skilled in overseeing academic and operational functions, ensuring seamless execution of daily activities while supporting the long-term goals of the school.
• Faculty Development: Experience in mentoring and supporting faculty, fostering their professional growth and effectiveness, while consistently prioritizing student-centered outcomes.
• Strategic Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, ensuring clarity, transparency, and engagement across all school stakeholders.
• Innovative Problem-Solving: Ability to approach challenges with creativity and strategic thinking, delivering actionable solutions that drive results and overcome obstacles.
• Conflict Resolution: Expert in navigating complex interpersonal dynamics, resolving conflicts constructively, and leveraging these experiences to strengthen relationships and foster a more resilient, collaborative environment.
• Strong Work Ethic: A commitment to excellence, responsibility, and sustained effort in achieving school goals and objectives. Demonstrates resilience in managing workload, remaining focused under pressure, and leading by example.

Key Responsibilities

• Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: In conjunction with the Head of School, serve as a primary point of contact for parents and key community stakeholders, ensuring clear, timely, and personalized communication regarding school activities, updates, and concerns.
• Academic Excellence: Oversee the academic program in each division in coordination with the IB coordinators.
• Student Life: Manage all student discipline matters, overseeing all aspects of the process, including investigations, communication with parents, and the implementation of appropriate consequences. Ensure that student life on campus is rich, rewarding, fun, and consistent with the School’s mission and core values by implementing intentional programming to enhance the student experience.
• Campus Presence and Engagement: Maintain a visible and accessible presence across campus by attending student events, athletic competitions, and performances to demonstrate leadership and engagement with the school community.
• Executive Leadership & Decision Making: Lead administrative meetings in the absence of the Head of School, ensuring sound decision-making and strategic guidance that drives the school's long-term success.
• Oversight of Key Departments: Assist with leadership and support to key departments, including Academics, Athletics, College Counseling, and Student Life, ensuring alignment with the School's mission and vision.
• Cultivate School Culture: In collaboration with the Head of School, shape and monitor the campus culture, utilizing surveys and initiatives to assess and enhance faculty and student satisfaction and engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience in an academic or educational setting, with demonstrated success in managing teams and driving organizational performance.
• Experience with the IB or a keen interest in learning all aspects of the IB.
• Experience as a curricular leader, facilitating connections across departments.
• Master's degree or higher in Education, Leadership, or a closely related field.
• Exceptional ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and with impact, both in writing and verbally, to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Proficient in using advanced technologies, particularly in leveraging AI for educational and operational improvements and the Google Suite for Education.
• Demonstrates a genuine interest in actively participating in the wider Boca Prep community beyond regular school hours.
• Big-picture thinker with a keen eye for detail.
• Exhibits a high level of professionalism, respectful collaboration, and exemplary personal behavior both on and off campus.
• Possesses the discretion, communication skills, and interpersonal awareness to engage positively with all members of the school community.
• Capable of navigating the dynamic nature of a school setting with flexibility and a readiness to adjust as circumstances evolve.
• Shows passion and dedication to supporting the School’s mission and vision.
• A style characterized by curiosity, warmth, consistency, and optimism.
• Preferred: Bilingual or multilingual abilities.

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