Assistant Director of Community Life in Ashburnham, Massachusetts at Cushing Academy

The Assistant Director of Community Life develops and implements programming to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. The Assistant Director of Community Life reports to the Director of Inclusion and Community Life and collaborates with the Office of Student Affairs on community programming.

· Oversee Advisory programming and faculty/student placement

· Oversee All School Lunch Programming

o September, December, February, and April

· Oversee Super Saturday Programming

o September, October, December, January, February, and April

· Oversee Opening Weekend Orientation Programming

· Representation of Community Life in internal meetings

o Student Affairs/Community Life weekly meetings

o Honor Code/Disciplinary Faculty Committee member

· Assist the Director of Inclusion and Community Life with Student Leadership Conferences participation, travel, and training

o Coordinate domestic and international travel with our Global Pathways Program

· Teach 1-2 classes and/or 1-2 after-school activities, as well as fulfill a full residential life duty

· Other duties as assigned

· Strong interpersonal, communication, analytical, and organizational skills

· Ability to work independently and as a part of a high-performing team, with exceptional initiative and judgment

· Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and to prioritize tasks as needed

· Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with appropriate discretion

Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and select weekends, and emergencies

· Occasionally lifts up to 20 pounds

· Generally, works in standard office conditions and climate

· The role involves balancing deadlines, responding to competing needs, and adapting to changing priorities.

· May work at a desk and computer for extended periods