The Priory School seeks a full-time Assistant Dean of Residential Life to support and strengthen the Priory’s diverse and growing boarding community. This position is responsible for long-range planning as well as day-to-day implementation of Residential Life policies, protocols, and practices. The hours are primarily evenings, with periodic weekend responsibilities.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Reflect the Mission of Woodside Priory School and the Residential Life Program to the dormers and their families. 
• Provide a positive atmosphere that fosters the development of residential students in accordance with the Mission and objectives of Woodside Priory School.
• Work as the active administrator on duty Sunday-Thursday 3:00-9:00 PM, with on- call hours from 9:00-8:00 AM.
• Oversee Support Study Hall. Create study plans for all students in need of extra academic support. Monitor progress and do weekly checkins with each student.
• Create and manage the Student Activities committee, plan and organize all weekend activities for students, and coordinate with RFs on duty running the activities.
• Respond to urgent situations and emergencies as they arise during weekday shifts.
• Hold the dorm phone and respond to all phone calls and texts from 3:00 PM - 8:00 AM Sunday -Thursday
• Be an active member of the broader Priory community as demonstrated by attending games, plays, concerts, and competitions that happen after school hours.
• Provide coverage for Residential Faculty to take required meal breaks during shifts.
• Manage the health fridge, holiday celebrations and decor, birthday celebrations, and other special events throughout the year.
• Plan and execute all dorm “Community Days” with support from the RFs and DRL
• Create a calendar for Duty Shifts each quarter
• Support the Dean of Residential Life In hiring, training and managing Residential Faculty and the selection and training of student leaders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience working with students In a residential setting, boarding school experience preferred 
• Ability to make significant contributions to the larger life of the school
• Valid California Driver’s License and clean driving record required

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