Director of Upper School

BASIS Independent McLean is seeking qualified candidates for a Director of Upper School! 

BASIS Independent McLean opened in 2016 and sits on an 11-acre campus located in Tysons Corner in Northern Virginia, with convenient access to Washington, D.C. less than 15 miles away. We have been named the #1 Private K-12 School in Virginia for the last three years by Niche, the #1 Best High School for STEM in Virginia, and rank in the Top 20 Best Private K-12 Schools in the country. This recognition highlights the strength and expertise of our faculty, as well as the high academic standards we set for students. 

What We're Looking For 

The Director of Upper School supports a culture of academic excellence and ensures the success of the students. This position is highly focused on academics and is responsible for establishing student and teacher support programs that lead to exceptional student outcomes. Through elevated expectations of student capabilities and a willingness to ensure that all students have the support they need to be successful, our Director of Upper School will take a data driven approach to assessing student needs, and thus allocate the resources needed to enhance their educational experience.  

Your Primary Responsibilities  

• Manage the middle and high school faculty, leading their professional development and monitoring their performance.

• Manage the middle and high school Deans, and work closely with the counselors, to coordinate academic and social-emotional support for all grades 5-12 students. 

• Build and maintain relationships with students, teachers and parents to effectively communicate academic or behavioral performance plans. 

• Provide support to teachers regarding student achievement, classroom management, and overall best practices. 

• Escalate and resolve areas of concern as raised by teachers, parents, and students. 

• Lead grade team level meetings and staff meetings. 

• Monitor student disciplinary records and academic performance. 

• Work closely with the rest of the administrative team to meet school goals. 

Position Qualifications 

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree with appropriate clearance. 

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in an educational environment, preferably within an administrative role. 

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with students, teachers and parents. 

• Sound understanding of academic plans and approaches to learning. 

• Extensive experience working with middle and high school students and teachers. 

• Experience managing teachers is preferred. 

• Together with a high level of educational attainment, a successful applicant will demonstrate strong communication skills in teaching ideas, texts, and concepts with precision and confidence. 

• Critically, an applicant should possess a high GPA in their major, excellent recommendations, and be open to new ideas in education.  

• Candidates must have the ability to obtain a fingerprint clearance card.  

Benefits:   

BASIS Independent Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:   

• Competitive salary dependent on education and experience.  

• Career growth opportunities focused on continuous learning, mentorship, and professional advancement across our network of schools.  

• Retirement options through which eligible participants may receive a 50% Company match for the first 10% of employee earnings deferred.  

• Three PPO medical plans to choose from, as well as dental and vision insurance.  

• An FSA option that allows for pre-tax dollars to cover medical, dependent care, and transit.  

• Student tuition remission for your children to attend our schools.