The DEI/Global Programs role is a non-faculty position and reports directly to the Head and Asst. Head of School. This individual is a member of the senior administrative team and works closely with academic and administrative staff across the campus. The director will lead implementation of the school’s diversity, equity, and inclusivity efforts, including in faculty recruitment, development and retention; student recruitment and retention; curriculum; and student life. The role is also responsible for leading the development of the school’s student activities and global study programs, in partnership with the Dean of Students. Responsibilities include:

• Provide strategic leadership in the area of DEI; update and implement the school’s DEI diversity strategic plan; with the Director of Instruction & Innovation, evaluate, advise on, and support development of an inclusive and multicultural curriculum across the divisions.

• Serve as the primary coordinator and support for the school’s international student population.
   
• Serve as a resource for faculty with respect to curriculum design and student support; work to implement the school’s Bias Protocol in partnership with the Dean of Students; work with the admission office to recruit, welcome, and retain students from diverse backgrounds; and review and implement the mentoring program for new families. 
   
• Coordinate the school’s Activities program to develop individual student talents and interests; develop student diversity leadership. Act as liaison to and develop strong relationships with the various diversity and inclusion-related groups in the school.
   
• Plan, develop, and market diversity and inclusion-focused education, programs, and events for faculty, staff, students, and families; and professional development workshops and programming for faculty and staff, including Global Awareness Day.

• Act as a liaison between the school and local communities of color to serve these communities better and to support the school’s outreach and admissions marketing and recruitment programs.
   
• Work with the communications office to publicize diversity-related events, educational opportunities, workshops, etc. for students, faculty, families, and the local community.
   
• Network with diversity coordinators at other independent schools as well as off-campus cultural resource organizations. Represent the school at local, regional, and national multicultural events as determined in conjunction with the Head of School.
   
• Pursue professional development opportunities; attend conferences and professional meetings in order to remain current with diversity and inclusion issues that may affect the school. Promote best practices with respect to diversity issues.
   
• Assume responsibility for other projects as assigned by the Head of School.

Salary and benefits will be commensurate with a candidate’s background and experience, as aligned with local, state, and national benchmarks. Interested candidates should visit our website at www.gunston.org, and should send a cover letter, resume, and names and phone numbers of three references to:

John A. Lewis, IV
Head of School
The Gunston School
PO Box 200
Centreville, MD 21617
jlewis@gunston.org

The Gunston School, an independent high school in Centreville, MD, is seeking a Head Golf Coach for the Fall 2021 ESIAC season. High school head coaches oversee the growth and development of student athletes by focusing on fundamental skills instruction with an emphasis on whole child development to include expectations for academic and athletic excellence, leadership skills, and positive social relationships.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Professionalism. The head coach is expected to exercise good judgment and project positive coaching behaviors. The head coach is expected to assume a major role in the molding of student athletes in his/her program and the school/community at large. The head coach is expected to teach and develop basic fundamentals, leadership characteristics, and cooperative, team-oriented behavior. His/her approach is expected to be passionate whilst remaining positive. He/she is expected to be contemplative and fair-minded.
• Sportsmanship and Ethics. The head coach is expected to serve as an example of sportsmanship and humility at all times. When faced with obstacles or losses, he/she is expected to handle each instance with grace, dignity, and pride. The head coach must model and insist upon ethical behavior and good citizenship at all times.
• Program Organization. The head coach is expected to hold practice on a daily basis and work with his/her assistant coaches to plan and organize practice sessions. The head coach will determine the system of play to be used on all teams within his/her program.
• Professional Development and Leadership. The head coach will remain educated on techniques and knowledge associated with his/her sport by staying current with sport-specific literature and attending clinics and workshops.
• Responsibility for Rules and Regulations. The head coach will study the rules and regulations associated with his/her sport. The head coach will read and understand the rules and regulations of the Eastern Shore Interscholastic Athletic Conference (ESIAC).
• Program Promotion. The head coach will promote his/her sport within the school and in the community. Scores and contest-related information will be reported to designated media.
• Standard of Care. The head coach is expected to partner with the Athletic Dept. to help provide safety training relative to his/her sport to all participants and assistant coaches. He/she is to emphasize safety precautions at all times. The head coach is expected to have a working knowledge of basic athletic training skills and procedures. He/she should be able to perform basic taping and first aid functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Demonstrated success in coaching at the high school level.
• Knowledge of all aspects of the skills involved with this sport.
• Excellent communication and active listening skills.
• Ability to relate and work with diverse groups.

A contagious love for the game!

WORK SCHEDULE
August-October, Monday-Friday, times vary. Part-Time position.

APPLY
Interested candidates please send your resume and a cover letter to Athletic Director, Josh Breto: jbreto@gunston.org

• Professionalism. The assistant coach is expected to exercise good judgment and project positive coaching behaviors. The assistant coach is expected to assume a role in the molding of student athletes in his/her program and the school/community at large. The assistant coach is expected to teach and develop basic fundamentals, leadership characteristics, and cooperative, team-oriented behavior. His/her approach is expected to be passionate whilst remaining positive.
   
• Sportsmanship and Ethics. The assistant coach is expected to serve as an example of sportsmanship and humility at all times. When faced with obstacles or losses, he/she is expected to handle each instance with grace, dignity, and pride. The assistant coach must model and insist upon ethical behavior and good citizenship at all times.
   
• Program Organization. The assistant coach is expected to work with our current coaching staff ( head coach, and two fellow assistant coaches) to plan and organize practice sessions. 

• Responsibility for Rules and Regulations. The assistant coach will study the rules and regulations associated with his/her sport. The assistant coach will read and understand the rules and regulations of USRowing.
   
• Program Promotion. The assistant coach will promote his/her sport within the school and in the community. Contest-related information will be reported to designated media.

• Standard of Care. The assistant coach is expected to partner with the head coach and Athletic Dept. to help provide safety training relative to his/her sport to all participants and assistant coaches. He/she is to emphasize safety precautions at all times. The assistant coach is expected to have a working knowledge of basic athletic training skills and procedures. 

• Demonstrated success in coaching  at the high school level.
  • Collegiate rowing experience will also be considered.
• Knowledge of all aspects of the skills involved with this sport.
• Basic knowledge of shell and equipment maintenance.
• Excellent communication and active listening skills.
• Ability to relate and work with diverse groups.
• A contagious love for the sport!

Coaching Vacancy Job Description

The Gunston School, an independent high school in Centreville, MD, is seeking an Assistant Volleyball Coach for the Fall 2021 ESIAC season. High school coaches oversee the growth and development of student athletes by focusing on fundamental skills instruction with an emphasis on whole child development to include expectations for academic and athletic excellence, leadership skills, and positive social relationships.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Professionalism. The head coach is expected to exercise good judgment and project positive coaching behaviors. The head coach is expected to assume a major role in the molding of student athletes in his/her program and the school/community at large. The head coach is expected to teach and develop basic fundamentals, leadership characteristics, and cooperative, team-oriented behavior. His/her approach is expected to be passionate whilst remaining positive. He/she is expected to be contemplative and fair-minded.

• Sportsmanship and Ethics. The head coach is expected to serve as an example of sportsmanship and humility at all times. When faced with obstacles or losses, he/she is expected to handle each instance with grace, dignity, and pride. The head coach must model and insist upon ethical behavior and good citizenship at all times.

• Program Organization. The head coach is expected to hold practice on a daily basis and work with his/her assistant coaches to plan and organize practice sessions. The head coach will determine the system of play to be used on all teams within his/her program.

• Professional Development and Leadership. The head coach will remain educated on techniques and knowledge associated with his/her sport by staying current with sport-specific literature and attending clinics and workshops.

• Responsibility for Rules and Regulations. The head coach will study the rules and regulations associated with his/her sport. The head coach will read and understand the rules and regulations of the Eastern Shore Interscholastic Athletic Conference (ESIAC).

• Program Promotion. The head coach will promote his/her sport within the school and in the community. Scores and contest-related information will be reported to designated media.

• Standard of Care. The head coach is expected to partner with the Athletic Dept. to help provide safety training relative to his/her sport to all participants and assistant coaches. He/she is to emphasize safety precautions at all times. The head coach is expected to have a working knowledge of basic athletic training skills and procedures. He/she should be able to perform basic taping and first aid functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Demonstrated success in coaching at the high school level.

• Knowledge of all aspects of the skills involved with this sport.

• Excellent communication and active listening skills.

• Ability to relate and work with diverse groups.

• A contagious love for the game!

WORK SCHEDULE

August-October, Monday-Friday, times vary. Part-Time position.

APPLY

Interested candidates please send your resume and a cover letter to Athletic Director, Josh Breto: jbreto@gunston.org