Position Title: Director of Upper School
Position Group: Senior Leadership Team
Reports To: Head of School
Rotherglen Campus: Oakville Elementary Campus
Teaching Accountability: 80% reduction in teaching schedule
Stipend: $10,000 per annum + required summer hours (prorated salary)
Job Purpose:
The Director of Upper School is responsible for supervising the programming and instruction in Grades 7 and 8. The Director of Upper School oversees all student behaviour, parent communication and events planned throughout the year (both academic and co-curricular) for students in Grades 7 and 8.
Director of Upper School Specific Accountabilities:
• To oversee teaching and learning in the 7-8 Division
• Direct Report for all teachers in Grades 7-8
• To uphold standards of student conduct in collaboration with teachers and the Assistant Head of School
• Administrative contact for parents relating to issues of student conduct, student relationships, student well-being, academics and social aspects of schooling
• Work in collaboration with the Director of Academics on students of interest, students requiring academic support in the classroom (education plan) and/or LSC support, students with LSPs within the 7-8 division
• Review and understand curriculum planning, ensuring programming is implemented as planned
• Attend classes for observation and evidence gathering of school goals (e.g., classroom instruction to support student engagement in learning)
• Plan division staff meetings for Grades 7-8
• Organize/Oversee/Approve division events, including but not limited to field trips, Science Fair, Speech Showcase
• Read and review division report cards and phone call logs
• Assist in setting goals for student learning, curriculum planning and instruction
• Review Edsby class pages for timely updates
• Oversee and provide feedback on curriculum & assessment for non-core subjects (art, French, Music, Physical Education, Health)
• Assist with special weeks/events specific to the 7-8 division (e.g., bullying awareness week, mental health week)
• Special projects as requested by the Head of School
• Oversee the planning of June Trips, Leadership trip
• Organize graduation ceremony and reception (in collaboration with Martha/ Head and Assistant Head)
• High School Night/Transition Night (host/attend)
• Special projects as requested by the Head of School
Leadership Competencies, Skills & Knowledge
• The ideal candidate possesses the following leadership competencies: Champion of Change, Influences Culture,
Strategic Thinker, Professional Judgement, Relationship Acuity, Emotional Intelligence
• Skilled and experienced in managing and leading a team
• Strong and thorough understanding of current instructional practices, curriculum, growing success document,
assessment practices
• Master’s in education, Additional Qualifications are an asset
This description should not be construed as all inclusive
Kindly submit a letter of Interest to Laura Crumb, Head of School, no later than April 14, 2026
lcrumb@rotherglen.com
