Pomfret School invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. 

Founded in 1894, Pomfret School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory boarding and day school located in Pomfret, Connecticut. Set on 500 acres, Pomfret is situated within an hour of Hartford, Boston, and Providence, and three hours from New York City. Its stunning campus and expansive offerings draw 350 students in grades 9-12 and postgraduates from 26 states and 23 countries. Pomfret’s faculty are guided by research that indicates academic excellence and a diverse learning environment are synergistically linked and that students in diverse classroom settings show growth in intellectual development, motivation, academic performance, and the ability to get along with others. As stated in its mission, Pomfret School cultivates a healthy interdependence of mind, body, and spirit in its students as it prepares them for college and to lead and learn in a diverse and increasingly interconnected society.

Reporting directly to the Head of School and serving on the senior administrative team, the Dean of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion will provide strategic and visionary leadership for Pomfret School’s efforts related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. While supporting the School’s mission and core values of Integrity, Growth, and Community, the Dean will develop and lead initiatives to further enhance Pomfret’s welcoming environment. The Dean will work closely with students, faculty, staff, trustees, and administrators to refine and execute the Diversity Strategic Plan. A detailed position description will be available shortly. 

Important qualities for the Dean include: a collaborative leadership style; the desire to work and live in community with faculty and staff colleagues and boarding and day students; strong and responsive listening and communication skills; a growth mindset coupled with optimism and a strategic focus; and a commitment to building a school culture rooted in innovation, inclusion, leadership, adaptability, and excellence. 
Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) 
• Three or more years of leadership experience in an educational setting; classroom teaching experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience in articulating a strategic vision and bringing it to life
• Experience collaborating with multiple teams and managing several time-sensitive projects simultaneously
• High ethical standards and an awareness of appropriate boundaries, as well as sensitivity and respect for the needs of an adolescent population
• Commitment to the Pomfret School mission and core values

For consideration, please send all nominations or cover letter and résumé to:

Sherry Coleman, Partner
Nishant Mehta, Partner
Staci Williams Seeley, Associate

Storbeck Search
PomfretDEI@storbecksearch.com

At Pomfret, we value diversity and always employ, retain, promote, and otherwise treat all employees and job applicants based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pomfret School is a member of SPHERE, a consortium of eleven Hartford-area independent schools committed to broadening diversity of our student bodies, administration, faculty, and staff.

Pomfret School is seeking a Director of Financial Aid who is responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of qualified students who will be best served by the mission of Pomfret School. The Director of Financial Aid oversees the Pomfret School financial aid process, including the collection of supporting documentation, establishing and communicating deadlines, evaluating need against the established criteria and approved budget, performing analysis or financial documentation, and leading the Financial Aid Committee.   

Successful applicants are dynamic, organized individuals who are able to thrive in a fast-paced yet rewarding environment. This position reports primarily to the Director of Enrollment Management, while receiving responsibility-specific feedback from the leaders of the other programs served. This 12-month, full-time faculty position begins in August 2021. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Recruitment/Admissions

• Effectively communicate the mission of Pomfret School to prospective students and families.
• Conduct admission interviews with candidates and parents, host admission receptions, and review and evaluate admission applicants.
• Maintain contact and cultivate relationships with prospective parents and students throughout the application process.
• Develop and cultivate relationships with educational consultants, school counselors, and parent/alumni volunteers in designated region feeder schools through domestic travel.
• Coordinate travel plans for designated region to meet with students, school counselors, educational consultants, and alumni.
• Make presentations, both on and off campus, about Pomfret.
• Collaborate with the Admission Team to coordinate all admission-related events (open houses, receptions, revisit days, etc.).
• Chair a subcommittee of the Admission Committee which selects a portion of the student body.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Enrollment Management.

Financial Aid

• In conjunction with the Director of Enrollment Management and Chief Financial Officer, organize and administer Pomfret’s financial assistance program.
• Communicate directly with families to ensure all required documentation is received in a timely manner, is accurate, and request additional clarifying information as necessary.
• Analyze family submissions into the financial aid system, make adjustments as necessary, and determine eligibility for need based financial aid through the calculation of an Expected Family Contribution (EFC).
• Generate summaries of financial aid applications and provide to the Financial Aid Committee in preparation for committee meetings. Attend all committee meetings. Input final award decisions into the financial aid system. Prepare financial aid award letters to families.
• Support financial aid process by analyzing new information provided by families during the award appeal process for re-evaluation of financial aid awards.
• Create summary management reports to assess the effectiveness of the financial aid program, and track the history of financial aid awards.
• Evaluate available financial aid systems and make recommendations for improvements in current systems and processes.
• Stay abreast of current developments in need based financial aid administration.
• Manage the administration of all merit scholarship programs and the Full Experience budget. 

Pomfret Community

• Adhere to the Standards of Behavior as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Coaching or supervising an athletic team or afternoon program for one season.
• Serving as a faculty advisor to a small group of students.
• Living in a dormitory and/or participating in the residential life program, which includes a rotation of weeknight and weekend responsibilities.
• Pursuing continuous professional growth and development.
• Attending faculty meetings, school meetings, chapel services, and other required school functions.
• Valuing the diverse thoughts, perspectives, learning abilities and life experiences of students and colleagues.
• Building positive and appropriate relationships with students and colleagues.
• Knowing, understanding and committing to the Mission and Vision of Pomfret School.

Position, Education/Certification, and Software Requirements:

• Experience developing, cultivating and maintaining relationships.
• Travel to key markets is required.
• Strong interpersonal/human relations skills.
• Strong verbal, written, and communication skills.
• Marketing and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Project management skills.
• Ability to adapt and respond to various situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of SSS by NAIS a plus.
• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of admissions/financial aid experience.

Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume or CV, contact information for three professional references, and a completed employment application to Martha Horst, Dean of Faculty at hr@pomfret.org.

Pomfret School is seeking an innovative English Teacher who is comfortable teaching high school students at all levels. Successful applicants are dynamic individuals who are able to thrive in a fast-paced yet rewarding environment. This position reports primarily to the Dean of Faculty and requisite Academic Department Head while receiving responsibility-specific feedback from the leaders of the other programs served. This 10-month, full-time faculty position begins August, 2021.
 
Core responsibilities for this position include:

• Teaching four sections of classes in an interactive classroom environment
• Coaching or supervising an athletic team or afternoon program for the equivalent of two out of three seasons
• Serving as a faculty advisor to a small group of students
• Living in a dormitory and/or participating in the residential life program, which includes a rotation of weeknight and weekend responsibilities
• Participating in the School’s student life program QUEST   
• Participating in the School’s academic, project-based program, Project: Pomfret
• Pursuing continuous professional growth and development
• Attending faculty meetings, school meetings, chapel services, and other required school functions

Additional responsibilities include:

• Knowing, understanding and committing to the Mission and Vision of Pomfret School
• Being present for weekly office hours 
• Attending all school, chapel, and department meetings
• Building positive and appropriate relationships with students and colleagues
• Designing and facilitating rigorous and empowering learning that is student-centered, relevant, and meaningful
• Valuing the diverse thoughts, perspectives, learning abilities and life experiences of students and colleagues
• Collaborating with colleagues to create programs (academic, extracurricular, dormitory, QUEST, Project Pomfret, etc.) that enhance the growth and learning of students while fulfilling the goals of Pomfret’s Mission and Vision
• Managing relationships with parents that support the social and emotional well-being, intellectual development, and independent personal responsibility of students
• Cultivating the discipline, habits, and mindsets of a reflective practitioner by seeking feedback, documenting his/her learning, and establishing related goals and action plans that target student outcomes
• Using time between school years to maintain current knowledge of his or her discipline, to review and revise curriculum, and to grow their repertoire of teaching and learning strategies

Requirements:

• Three years of teaching experience in a residential or day school setting 
• Living and working at a boarding school preferred
• Candidates with experience teaching Humanities preferred
• Master’s degree preferred
• A team player dedicated to supporting the growth of students
• Passionate about, comfortable with, and find enjoyment in working with adolescents
• Ability to relate well to all constituents in a school community
• Organized, diligent, and possess a strong, proactive work ethic
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Communicates clearly, in a timely manner, and with confidentially with students, parents, and colleagues
• Empathetic leader and learner with demonstrated success in providing student-centered, solution-focused mentoring to high school-aged students

Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume or CV, contact information for three professional references and a completed employment application to Martha Horst, Dean of Faculty at hr@pomfret.org.

Pomfret School is seeking an innovative History teacher who is comfortable teaching high school history at all levels. Successful applicants are dynamic individuals able to thrive in a fast-paced yet rewarding environment. This position reports primarily to the Dean of Faculty and requisite Academic Department Head while receiving responsibility-specific feedback from the leaders of the other programs served. This 10-month, full-time faculty position begins August, 2021. 

Core responsibilities for this position include:

• Teaching four sections of classes in an interactive classroom environment
• Coaching or supervising an athletic team or afternoon program for the equivalent of two out of three seasons
• Serving as a faculty advisor to a small group of students
• Living in a dormitory and/or participating in the residential life program, which includes a rotation of weeknight and weekend responsibilities
• Participating in the School’s student life program QUEST
• Participating in the School’s academic, project-based program, Project: Pomfret
• Pursuing continuous professional growth and development
• Attending faculty meetings, school meetings, chapel services, and other required school functions

Additional responsibilities include:

• Knowing, understanding and committing to the Mission and Vision of Pomfret School
• Being present for weekly office hours 
• Attending all school, chapel, and departmental meetings
• Building positive and appropriate relationships with students and colleagues
• Designing and facilitating rigorous and empowering learning that is student-centered, relevant, and meaningful
• Valuing the diverse thoughts, perspectives, learning abilities and life experiences of students and colleagues
• Collaborating with colleagues to create programs (academic, extracurricular, dormitory, QUEST, Project Pomfret, etc.) that enhance the growth and learning of students while fulfilling the goals of Pomfret’s Mission and Vision
• Managing relationships with parents that support the social and emotional well-being, intellectual development, and independent personal responsibility of students
• Cultivating the discipline, habits, and mindsets of a reflective practitioner by seeking feedback, documenting his/her learning, and establishing related goals and action plans that target student outcomes
• Using time between school years to maintain current knowledge of his or her discipline, to review and revise curriculum, and to grow their repertoire of teaching and learning strategies

Requirements:

• Three years of teaching experience in a residential or day school setting 
• Living and working at a boarding school preferred
• Master’s degree preferred
• A team player dedicated to supporting the growth of students
• Passionate about, comfortable with, and find enjoyment in working with adolescents
• Ability to relate well to all constituents in a school community
• Organized, diligent, and possess a strong, proactive work ethic
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Communicates clearly, in a timely manner, and with confidentially with students, parents, and colleagues
• Empathetic leader and learner with demonstrated success in providing student-centered, solution-focused mentoring to high school-aged students

Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume or CV, contact information for three professional references and a completed employment application to Martha Horst, Dean of Faculty at hr@pomfret.org.

Pomfret School is seeking an innovative Math Teacher who is comfortable teaching a variety of levels of math courses including algebra, geometry, and calculus. Successful applicants are dynamic individuals able to thrive in a fast-paced yet rewarding environment. This position reports primarily to the Dean of Faculty and requisite Academic Department Head while receiving responsibility-specific feedback from the leaders of the other programs served. This 10-month, full-time faculty position begins in August 2021. 
 
Core responsibilities for this position include:

• Teaching four sections of classes in an interactive classroom environment
• Coaching or supervising an athletic team or afternoon program for the equivalent of two out of three seasons
• Serving as a faculty advisor to a small group of students
• Living in a dormitory and/or participating in the residential life program, which includes a rotation of weeknight and weekend responsibilities
• Participating in the School’s student life program QUEST 
• Participating in the School’s academic, project-based program, Project: Pomfret
• Pursuing continuous professional growth and development
• Attending faculty meetings, school meetings, chapel services, and other required school functions

Additional responsibilities include:

• Knowing, understanding and committing to the Mission and Vision of Pomfret School
• Being present for weekly office hours 
• Attending all school, chapel, and departmental meetings
• Building positive and appropriate relationships with students and colleagues
• Designing and facilitating rigorous and empowering learning that is student-centered, relevant, and meaningful
• Valuing the diverse thoughts, perspectives, learning abilities, and life experiences of students and colleagues
• Collaborating with colleagues to create programs (academic, extracurricular, dormitory, QUEST, Project Pomfret, etc.) that enhance the growth and learning of students while fulfilling the goals of Pomfret’s Mission and Vision
• Managing relationships with parents that support the social and emotional well-being, intellectual development, and independent personal responsibility of students
• Cultivating the discipline, habits, and mindsets of a reflective practitioner by seeking feedback, documenting his/her learning, and establishing related goals and action plans that target student outcomes
• Using time between school years to maintain current knowledge of his or her discipline, to review and revise curriculum, and to grow their repertoire of teaching and learning strategies

Requirements:

• Three years of teaching experience in a residential or day school setting 
• Living and working at a boarding school preferred
• Master’s degree preferred
• A team player dedicated to supporting the growth of students
• Passionate about, comfortable with, and find enjoyment in working with adolescents
• Ability to relate well to all constituents in a school community
• Organized, diligent, and possess a strong, proactive work ethic
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Communicates clearly, in a timely manner, and with confidentially with students, parents, and colleagues
• Empathetic leader and learner with demonstrated success in providing student-centered, solution-focused mentoring to high school-aged students

Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume or CV, contact information for three professional references and a completed employment application to Martha Horst, Dean of Faculty at hr@pomfret.org.
 

Pomfret School is seeking an innovative Science Teacher who is comfortable teaching a variety of levels of science courses including biology, chemistry, and/or physics. Successful applicants are dynamic individuals able to thrive in a fast-paced yet rewarding environment. This position reports primarily to the Dean of Faculty and requisite Academic Department Head, while receiving responsibility-specific feedback from the leaders of the other programs served. This 10-month, full-time faculty position begins in August 2021. 

Core responsibilities for this position include:

• Teaching four sections of classes in an interactive classroom environment
• Coaching or supervising an athletic team or afternoon program for the equivalent of two out of three seasons
• Serving as a faculty advisor to a small group of students
• Living in a dormitory and/or participating in the residential life program, which includes a rotation of weeknight and weekend responsibilities
• Participating in the School’s student life program QUEST   
• Participating in the School’s academic, project-based program, Project: Pomfret
• Pursuing continuous professional growth and development
• Attending faculty meetings, school meetings, chapel services, and other required school functions

Additional responsibilities include:

• Knowing, understanding and committing to the Mission and Vision of Pomfret School
• Being present for weekly office hours 
• Attending all school, chapel, and departmental meetings
• Building positive and appropriate relationships with students and colleagues
• Designing and facilitating rigorous and empowering learning that is student-centered, relevant, and meaningful
• Valuing the diverse thoughts, perspectives, learning abilities, and life experiences of students and colleagues
• Collaborating with colleagues to create programs (academic, extracurricular, dormitory, QUEST, Project Pomfret, etc.) that enhance the growth and learning of students while fulfilling the goals of Pomfret’s Mission and Vision
• Managing relationships with parents that support the social and emotional well-being, intellectual development, and independent personal responsibility of students
• Cultivating the discipline, habits, and mindsets of a reflective practitioner by seeking feedback, documenting his/her learning, and establishing related goals and action plans that target student outcomes
• Using time between school years to maintain current knowledge of his or her discipline, to review and revise curriculum, and to grow their repertoire of teaching and learning strategies

Requirements:

• Three years of teaching experience in a residential or day school setting 
• Living and working at a boarding school preferred
• Master’s degree preferred
• A team player dedicated to supporting the growth of students
• Passionate about, comfortable with, and find enjoyment in working with adolescents
• Ability to relate well to all constituents in a school community
• Organized, diligent, and possess a strong, proactive work ethic
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Communicates clearly, in a timely manner, and with confidentially with students, parents, and colleagues
• Empathetic leader and learner with demonstrated success in providing student-centered, solution-focused mentoring to high school-aged students

Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume or CV, contact information for three professional references and a completed employment application to Martha Horst, Dean of Faculty at hr@pomfret.org.

Pomfret School is seeking a World Languages teacher who is comfortable teaching high school students at all levels using full immersion in the language and its culture. Successful applicants are dynamic individuals able to thrive in a fast-paced yet rewarding environment. This position reports primarily to the Dean of Faculty and requisite Academic Department Head while receiving responsibility-specific feedback from the leaders of the other programs served. This 10-month, full-time faculty position begins August, 2021.

Core responsibilities for this position include:

• Teaching four sections of classes in an interactive classroom environment
• Coaching or supervising an athletic team or afternoon program for the equivalent of two out of three seasons
• Serving as a faculty advisor to a small group of students
•  Living in a dormitory and/or participating in the residential life program, which includes a rotation of weeknight and weekend responsibilities
• Participating in the School’s student life program QUEST
• Participating in the School’s academic, project-based program, Project: Pomfret
• Pursuing continuous professional growth and development
• Attending faculty meetings, school meetings, chapel services, and other required school functions

Additional responsibilities include:

• Knowing, understanding and committing to the Mission and Vision of Pomfret School
• Being present for weekly office hours 
• Attending all school, chapel, and department meetings
• Building positive and appropriate relationships with students and colleagues
• Designing and facilitating rigorous and empowering learning that is student-centered, relevant, and meaningful
• Valuing the diverse thoughts, perspectives, learning abilities and life experiences of students and colleagues
• Collaborating with colleagues to create programs (academic, extracurricular, dormitory, QUEST, Project Pomfret, etc.) that enhance the growth and learning of students while fulfilling the goals of Pomfret’s Mission and Vision
• Managing relationships with parents that support the social and emotional well-being, intellectual development, and independent personal responsibility of students
• Cultivating the discipline, habits, and mindsets of a reflective practitioner by seeking feedback, documenting his/her learning, and establishing related goals and action plans that target student outcomes
• Using time between school years to maintain current knowledge of his or her discipline, to review and revise curriculum, and to grow their repertoire of teaching and learning strategies

Requirements:

• Three years of teaching experience in a residential or day school setting 
• Living and working at a boarding school preferred
• Native speaker or have native-like fluency in the language as well as in-depth cultural knowledge
• Master’s degree preferred
• A team player dedicated to supporting the growth of students
• Passionate about, comfortable with, and find enjoyment in working with adolescents
• Ability to relate well to all constituents in a school community
• Organized, diligent, and possess a strong, proactive work ethic
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Communicates clearly, in a timely manner, and with confidentially with students, parents, and colleagues
• Empathetic leader and learner with demonstrated success in providing student-centered, solution-focused mentoring to high school-aged students

Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume or CV, contact information for three professional references and a completed employment application to Martha Horst, Dean of Faculty at hr@pomfret.org.

Job Purpose

Ensure the health and wellness of all students by providing exceptional customer service, care, and comprehensive health services that invoke a positive experience for students and parents.

Essential Functions & Duties 

• Assess, triage, and appropriately treat students who may be ill, injured or psychologically compromised 
• Document and communicate the diagnosis and/or treatment plan with the nursing team, parents, advisors and other community members* as needed 
• Consult with physicians, psychologists, psychiatrists and/or other health care providers as necessary
• Manage medications, as prescribed and ordered by physicians, in a safe and controlled environment
• Dispense medications to students according to Connecticut Nurses Practice Act
• Maintain student health records as necessary 
• Inform, educate, and counsel students and community on health and wellness
• Must adhere to all School policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Continually meet or exceed Pomfret School’s Standards of Behavior, Character, and Engagement
• Perform other duties as assigned

*Other community members include but are not limited to faculty, advisors, coaches, athletic trainers, physical therapists, etc.

Position, Education/Certification and Software Requirements

• Weekend and on call hours may be required
• Connecticut RN licensure required
• BLS certification required
• Familiarity with Magnus Health software is a plus
• Continually seek professional development, training and education 
• Possess a current physical exam, TB test and are free of communicable diseases, as required by CT state law

To apply, send a completed application, resume, and cover letter to hr@pomfret.org.

Job Purpose 

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, patrol school campus to maintain order and security; respond to, investigate, evaluate and control various security situations. Assure student compliance with school policies and regulations.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Patrol school campus to maintain order and security; protect students, personnel, equipment and property, by performing inspections on foot or in a vehicle of unsafe conditions, illegal acts and security situations on and around school properties.
• Perform daily inspections, secure and unlock buildings as assigned or modified by the Operations Manager.
• Respond to, investigate, evaluate and control various security situations; assure student compliance with school policies and regulations; report presence of unauthorized persons on grounds or facilities.
• Maintain safety of school grounds and facilities, check for broken materials, liquid hazard or fires, prepare a variety of reports and other documentation related to work performed.
• Contact School Officer in Charge and assist in the investigation of illegal activities.
• Contact School Officer in Charge and respond to emergency situations, prevent or control physical altercations, detain students and suspects in accordance with established procedures, administer first aid as needed and assist injured or ill persons.
• Control traffic and provide security at school functions.
• Communicate with school personnel and law, fire and safety personnel to receive and exchange information.
• related to security, vandalism, crimes, investigations or safety regulations. Testify in disciplinary hearings as needed.
• Maintain positive relationships with students, parents, staff and the community. Communicate with students and staff to provide and receive information regarding school activities.
• Investigate reports of explosive devices on campus.
• Investigate reports of students or suspects in possession of a weapon. Take corrective action that is applicable/practical.
• Carry a school provided cell phone during working hours in order to respond to daily needs on campus as they arise.
• Be self-motivated and work well with others as well as independently at times.

Position, Education/Certification and Software Requirements

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent technical school certification.
• Must hold and maintain a valid unrestricted U.S. driver’s license.
• OSHA Certification preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year security experience.

Working Conditions

A. Physical Environment:

• Regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; hazardous chemicals; outside weather conditions; and extreme heat.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• Usually moderate noise level.

B. Physical Demands:

• Operates a motor vehicle on a daily basis.
• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear, and taste or smell.
• Occasionally required to sit.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, often lift and/or move up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Regularly climb and/or balance up to 10 feet, and often climb and or balance up to 25 feet.
• Regular use of close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Additional Required Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to function well in a team/community environment, frequently interacting with students, teachers, co-workers, and administrators, displaying common courtesies and politeness.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, material safety data sheets (MSDS), and instruction manuals.
• Ability to write routine instructions, reports, logs, and descriptions of equipment problems and needs
• Ability to speak effectively to describe and explain specific problems to co-workers, faculty, staff and
• contractors.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to order replacement parts and stock needed to perform daily tasks.