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Middle School Director


Khan Lab School


Location

Mountain View, CA | United States


Job description

Established: 2014 Upper and Middle School Enrollment: 150 students Lower School Enrollment: 150 students Faculty and Staff: 55 Sports Teams: Basketball, Cross Country, Volleyball School Mascot: Condor Affiliated Organizations: Khan Academy, Schoolhouse.world, KLSWichita.org RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

The Middle School Director, a key member of the school's leadership team, reports directly to the Executive Director. In collaboration with other School Directors, they play a significant role in enhancing student programs and various learning opportunities. Beyond being a mastery-based learning visionary who inspires and motivates both students and staff, the Middle School Director is a pivotal figure in fostering a culture that embraces the belief in students' exceptional potential and advocates for a radically different approach to education.
Moreover, this candidate will have a strong knack for creative problem-solving and adaptability, essential for developing and implementing personalized educational pathways. Exceptional communication skills, both with students and parents, are crucial, as is the ability to collaboratively work with faculty and the School Directors to create a cohesive and dynamic learning environment for Middle School students.

In addition, the candidate will be expected to contribute to the broader school community, actively participating in and contributing to staff development, curriculum planning, and school-wide events. They should be eager to take on leadership roles in various initiatives and be comfortable in a fast-paced, ever-evolving educational setting. A passion for lifelong learning and a dedication to fostering a nurturing and challenging academic environment are paramount.  This role is for someone who is also deeply committed to shaping the future of education by recognizing and nurturing each student's potential. Candidates with experience outside of traditional educational settings, or in a start-up school, are strongly encouraged to apply, particularly those who have managed organizations involving multiple stakeholders. This includes experience in non-profit organizations, community projects, or any leadership roles where coordination and negotiation among diverse groups were required. Such non-school experience is invaluable, as it brings a fresh perspective to managing the complexities and challenges of a dynamic educational environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proven track record in effectively leading and navigating through multifaceted organizational landscapes, fostering collaboration, and driving positive change. Their ability to adapt to and thrive in situations requiring the balancing of various interests and priorities will be a significant asset in promoting a holistic and inclusive approach to education at our school.

Leadership


Student Support


Faculty Support


Operations and Finance


HR and Staff Development


Community Building and Communications

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will offer most or all of the following qualifications and qualities:


Professional Qualifications

Leadership Style

Personal Qualities

2024-25 SPECIAL INITIATIVES

APPLICATION PROCESS To apply, please submit the following:

Please do not contact the school directly.  Please see full opportunity statement at
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Khan Lab School in Mountain View, CA, has engaged DovetailED to lead a search for a Middle School Director beginning July 1, 2024. Interested candidates should review the  opportunity statement and submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references with contact information as a single PDF document to DovetailED President Zack Lehman at  [email protected] . Please refrain from contacting the school directly.
Compensation and Benefits

Start Date

The school occupies two campuses

Khan Lab School is an EOE and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, place of national origin, sex, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, physical handicap, or any other category which may be protected by applicable state or federal law in its employment practice.

About Khan Lab School

ABOUT KHAN LAB SCHOOL Located in Mountain View, California, Khan Lab School (KLS) is a non-profit, mastery-based school founded by Salman Khan in 2014 to extend Khan Academy’s student-centered philosophy into a physical school environment. Furthering his vision for Khan Academy, Khan wrote and published The One World Schoolhouse, in which he argues for mastery-based, blended, and mixed-age learning coupled with a departure from traditional letter grades. Today the KLS community is bringing that vision to life on its own campus and also sharing knowledge within education more broadly. We currently serve 174 students ages 5-18. In each academic area at KLS, progress is decoupled from age; the time it takes a student to finish a course will vary but the depth of mastery is constant. We believe that students cannot “master” a course by performing well on one assessment. Instead, students are expected to demonstrate mastery of all skills and content before they can obtain foundational credit, thereby reducing the number of “gaps” in their education. Every student is assigned to a mixed-age cohort, which they can expect to be part of for two to three years. There are currently ... six cohorts across the school. Students also partner with faculty to explore their passions and deepen their learning. The quality of learning remains high but as a lab school, instructional methods are constantly being reimagined and tested. Learning is supported through weekly 1:1 advising, real-world application, and a culture that fosters student agency. Faculty and students do not simply adhere to the status quo in education. As a lab school, KLS is a model for innovation in education. To learn more about us, please visit our website:

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