Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning:
• Implement a strategic vision for global programming that aligns with the school's mission and educational goals.
• Collaborate with school leadership to integrate global perspectives into the curriculum.
• Program Management & Development:
• Design and manage international exchange programs, travel abroad opportunities in the Upper and Upper Middle schools, and collaborative projects with other RSHM schools.
• Create and enhance cross-cultural initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the school community.
• Oversee all details of travel arrangements; working with travel agents to book flights and transportation and itinerary planning.
• Build out systems and procedures/protocol that can be used as reference for any travel/trip planning.
• Partnership Building:
• Establish and nurture relationships with other RSHM schools to facilitate meaningful partnerships.
• Cultivate connections with global educators and experts to bring diverse perspectives to our school community.
• Student and Family Engagement:
• Provide guidance and support to students participating in global programs, ensuring a positive and enriching experience.
• Lead family meetings to promote and prepare families for travel experiences.
• Organize and promote events and activities to promote global awareness and understanding among students.
• Correspond with families before, during, and after student travel to answer questions, make recommendations, problem-solve, and get feedback.
• Make arrangements for international students who visit Marymount New York, including finding host families, and setting up details of school attendance (uniform, laptop, etc.)
• Faculty Development:
• Work with educators to integrate global perspectives into the curriculum, fostering an inclusive and globally-minded learning environment.
• Facilitate professional development opportunities for teachers to enhance their global education expertise.
• Work with Upper School administration to help craft academic policy for students going abroad and to craft schedules, activities, and guidance for exchange students whom Marymount is hosting.
• Risk Management and Faculty Training:
• After receiving training in risk management, implement and oversee risk management protocols for international travel and programs.
• Train faculty chaperones and trip leaders about practices and protocols for safety and security.
• Along with the business office, standardize processes for planning, including permissions and payment.  
• In time, develop a procedures/protocol manual that can be used as reference.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Education, International Relations, or a related field preferred
• Experience in program development and implementation
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain partnerships
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Cultural competency and sensitivity to effectively navigate diverse environments
• Experience working in an educational leadership role preferred

To apply, please email jobs@marymountnyc.org with your resume and cover letter and  indicate “Global Programs Director” in the subject line.

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About Marymount School of New York

Marymount seeks educators who inspire students to recognize their unique talents, embrace challenges, and reach their full potential. Faculty are expected to be innovative instructors in inquiry-based, student-centered classrooms, as well as active participants in the school community. Rooted in the Catholic tradition of educating both the heart and the mind, Marymount’s mission and values are infused throughout our programs and daily lives; students graduate from the School as compassionate, ethical citizens with a strong commitment to social justice. Marymount’s faculty and staff are dedicated professionals who model lifelong learning, nurture a growth mindset, and make meaningful connections with students. We believe in the transformative power of a diverse and inclusive community, and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, or gender in our educational programs or employment practices.

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