Drew School, an independent, nonsectarian college preparatory school located in the heart of San Francisco, is seeking a transformative, strategic, and visible leader to serve as its next Dean of Equity and Social Impact. Founded in 1908, Drew has emerged as a progressive educational institution that delivers strong academic outcomes while also challenging traditional definitions of academic success. In this unique environment where identity is viewed as multifaceted and dynamic, the school creates a student-centered educational journey that empowers young people to develop individual voices, build confidence, and cultivate deep empathy. Reporting to the Head of School and working closely with the Strategic Leadership Team (SLT), the Dean will be tasked with leading comprehensive equity and inclusion work-strategically, pedagogically, and programmatically-across the school's 9–12 grade community. As both a strategic thought partner and hands-on practitioner, the Dean will be responsible for leading professional development, supporting faculty curriculum development, overseeing affinity groups, and creating programs that prepare students to be compassionate, critically aware leaders in an increasingly complex global context.
Position description and apply online at: https://www.strategenius.org/opportunity-drew-dean-equity-social-impact
Salary Range: $140,000–$165,000
Application Materials:
Interested candidates should submit via https://bit.ly/Drew_DeanESI_AppForm the following materials confidentially as a single PDF file:
• A cover letter indicating the candidate's particular interest in and qualifications for the position
• A current resume
• A statement of educational philosophy
• The names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of five references, including at least two recent supervisors. References should speak to the applicant's ability to be an effective educator and administrator, to work successfully with children, and to work collaboratively and collegially with adults (references will be contacted only with the candidate's permission). Please indicate your relationship with each reference (i.e. supervisor, colleague, or direct report).
Contact Information:
Ara Brown
StratéGenius
ara@strategenius.org
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