Director of Global and Civic Engagement

This is a 12-month, exempt position designed to 1) oversee, develop, evaluate, and promote global education programs and initiatives and 2) develop and execute an overall strategy that guides why, how, when, and with whom students, ProCom, and families engage with global (local, national, and international) communities. This position reports directly to the Head of Upper School and the start date is July 1, 2025.

Primary Responsibilities, Global Engagement:

• Develop and manage an intentional K-12 approach to global engagement and off-campus programs
• Develop a vision and plan for integrating an appreciation for multiple perspectives and global understanding more deeply into the curriculum, including supporting faculty towards this end
• Further refine and execute existing risk management policies and procedures and stay abreast of risk concerns
• Provide coordinated oversight of international travel opportunities, including providing planning support to program leaders in all aspects of proposing, creating, managing risk, and executing off-campus programs
• Effectively promote student participation in global programming, including hosting international students
• Manage all aspects of short-term student exchanges
• Manage all aspects of the semester school process, including serving as on-campus point person
• Serve as the faculty sponsor for the Global Scholars Diploma Distinction
• Develop and sustain relationships and partnerships that result in additional opportunities for students
• Serve as primary contact for membership in the Global Education Benchmarking Group (GEBG) and World Leading Schools Association (WLSA)

SPECIFIC DUTIES include but are not limited to

• Pre-departure education and orientation for students, parents, and faculty
• Global graduation requirements/transcripts 

This will be increasingly important as Nightingale continues to grow and reimagine its course offerings in the Upper School. 

• Homestay coordination with partner organizations to arrange homestays for both outbound and inbound students
• Faculty accommodations for off-campus programming
• Program leadership, recruitment, and training in partnership with division directors
• Health, safety, and emergency development, supervision, and audit in partnership with the Director of Finance and Operations and outside experts. 
• Program review and assessment (ongoing) to ensure programs are consistent with Nightingale’s mission, vision, and objectives
• Post-program data analysis, evaluation, and iteration to ensure quality and effectiveness
• Curriculum development and technology integration for off-campus programming
• Curriculum development for students who do not participate in off-campus programming 
• Creation, maintenance, and audit of off-campus manuals, handbooks, waivers, releases, and other forms
• Off-campus programming insurance oversight in partnership with the Director of Finance and Operations
• Off-campus programming communication oversight in partnership with the Director of Communication 
• Off-campus program budget management

Primary Responsibilities, Civic Engagement:

• Development and management of  an intentional K-12 approach to service and service learning, including coordinating the efforts of service coordinators in each school division
• Development and maintenance of relationships with community members, including non-profits, civic groups, and city agencies, to ensure relationships are sustainable and mutually beneficial and to identify opportunities for meaningful student engagement 
• Guidance and support of students, teachers, and parents seeking external service learning, volunteering, or other external engagement opportunities 

Primary Responsibilities, additional:

• Partner with the Assistant Head of School for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and administration, foster a school-wide culture that values being part of a diverse community
• Engage visibly and meaningfully in student life
• Serve as an Upper School advisor and/or teach a class that draws on the director’s expertise

• Participate in leadership, division, department, and faculty meetings as appropriate
• Fulfill additional duties as assigned, including responsibilities that may occur on weekends and evenings.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in education or an applicable field strongly preferred.
• Strategic vision and the ability to execute; Demonstrated project management skills in implementing and assessing complex programs, coordinating volunteers, managing partnership relationships, and working on diverse teams
• Previous experience as a director of global studies, including international travel, is preferred.
• Current knowledge of best practices in Global learning, including curriculum and competencies
• Experience leading students on international, experiential programs 
• Demonstrated ability to connect authentically and work effectively with all students in an atmosphere of trust and knowledge of students
• Experience designing curriculum, instruction, and assessment to reach a diverse community of learners (academically, culturally, racially, religiously, etc.)
• Demonstrated drive, organization, and flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to facilitate effective communication with students, parents, colleagues, and supervisors, including across cultures and identities
• Strong desire to work in a collaborative learning community, employing a growth mindset and participating in ongoing professional development during the school year and summer
• Commitment to developing one’s own cultural self-awareness, cultural competence, and emotional intelligence

• Oversee the Global Scholars Honors Program, which entails meeting with student candidates, managing partnerships with local organizations, and reviewing and revising program requirements to ensure meaningful Senior Projects  
• Partner with the AHOS for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the strategic planning for Global Education programming, the review and revision of global programs, initiatives, and guidelines, and the creation of annual reports on the scope and strength of global programming
• Teach a global issues or perspectives course
• Serve on the Senior Capstone Committee as the Global Education representative

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

• Support efforts to increase the diversity, equity, and inclusiveness of the curriculum 
• Partner with the AHOS for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the strategic alignment of Global and DEIB programming.

SALARY RANGE: 

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, this position's annual salary range is $127,500- $132,500. When extending an offer, Nightingale considers factors such as (but not limited to) the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, and market and organizational considerations.

HOW TO APPLY 

Interested candidates should apply by submitting a cover letter and resume online at https://www.nightingale.org/careers. 

ABOUT THE NIGHTINGALE-BAMFORD SCHOOL 

Founded by two bold, visionary educators in 1920, The Nightingale-Bamford School’s mission is to inspire girls to go beyond barriers. Tied to this mission is a broader vision of students who are joyful learners who have the intellectual depth and courage to be critical thinkers, compassionate citizens, and agents of their own lives. Nightingale educates girls’ minds and hearts and, in so doing, infuses their lives with meaningful relationships, teaching them to value difference as a means of growth and empowering them to question the status quo with confidence, empathy, resilience, and reason. Nightingale’s commitment to social justice and anti-racism requires that all community members engage actively and thoughtfully in work around diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 

It is the policy of the School to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, military status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, predisposing genetic characteristics, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The School’s employment practices and decisions adhere to the principles of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. 

This commitment to equal opportunity applies to and is reflected in all School activities, including, but not limited to, recruiting, interviewing, hiring, staffing, training, promotions, compensation practices, employee benefits, social programs, discipline, and termination of employment. The School maintains zero tolerance for violations of this policy and expects all employees to abide by and support this policy without reservation. The School prohibits retaliation against any employee who in good faith makes a report under this policy.