Head of Arts

Description

SUMMARY 

At Greenhill, the arts are a vibrant, exciting, and fundamental part of the student experience. Participation in our arts program helps students prepare for a fulfilling lifetime of expressing themselves creatively and authentically in ways that positively impact the world. Through the arts, students learn to persevere, express their artistic voices, work together, celebrate the journey, and engage across cultures. These habits are central to our mission of preparing and inspiring students to lead authentic, purposeful lives.

The Head of Arts works collaboratively with division heads, department chairs, and other school leaders to support artistic excellence; champion student creativity; and promote a mission-aligned, inclusive, and vibrant arts culture across the School. The individual in this role may teach up to two sections in an area of expertise, depending on background and departmental needs.

The Head of Arts works collaboratively with division heads, department chairs, and other school leaders to support artistic excellence, champion student creativity, and promote a mission-aligned, inclusive, and vibrant arts culture across the School. The individual in this role may teach up to two sections in an area of expertise, depending on background and departmental needs.

This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt position. Some evening and weekend work is required.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Leadership

• Provide leadership and oversight for the arts program in grades PreK–12, ensuring alignment with the School’s mission and core values of excellence, integrity, compassion, and courage.
• Develop, evaluate, and refine the arts curriculum in partnership with faculty, coordinators, and division leadership.
• Promote a cohesive vision for the arts that supports student growth in creativity, skill development, performance, and artistic expression.

Faculty Support and Supervision

• Help recruit, hire, onboard, support, mentor, and evaluate arts faculty and staff.
• Promote a culture of professional growth, collaboration, reflection, and artistic excellence among teachers.
• Support faculty autonomy while holding high standards for teaching and learning.

Communication and Community Engagement

• Maintain open and consistent communication with students, families, faculty, and school leadership.
• Support the School’s presence in the broader arts community, including ISAS and other regional and national networks.
• Coordinate with college counseling and faculty to support student-artists pursuing post-secondary arts opportunities.

Administrative Leadership and Collaboration

• Serve as a contributing member of the Administrative Team.
• Oversee Arts Department operations, including budgeting, scheduling, program planning, and coordination with division heads.
• Collaborate with the Seldin Cultural Arts Committee and other partners to bring guest artists and arts programming to campus.

Faculty Recruitment and Hiring

• Partner with the Dean of Faculty and department chairs to identify staffing needs within the division and develop position postings that accurately reflect program goals and priorities.
• Review applicant materials and collaborate with hiring teams to identify and advance top candidates.
• Participate actively in the interview process, providing insight and perspective on divisional and departmental fit.
• Support effective onboarding of new faculty and staff within the department to ensure a smooth transition into the Greenhill community.
• Contribute to final hiring decisions in consultation with the Head of School, Human Resources, and other members of school leadership.

Facilities and Event Coordination

• Work with the Marshall Family Performing Arts Center (MPAC) building manager and other staff to ensure appropriate scheduling, use, and care of arts facilities, including the Fine Arts Building and MPAC.
• Support planning and execution of performances, exhibits, concerts, galleries, and divisional arts events.

Requirements

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE  

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of seven years of teaching and/or administrative experience, preferably in an independent school or college arts environment.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of administrative and supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of arts education, curriculum, and program development preferred.

Specific Skills and Abilities:  

• A commitment to sustaining Greenhill’s diverse and inclusive community and to fostering a sense of belonging in every member.
• A genuine belief that the arts are essential to a Greenhill education and the ability to champion that view within the School and beyond it.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to speak effectively in public and engage positively with a wide range of constituents.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire, support, and evaluate faculty.
• Strong collaborative instincts and the ability to work effectively across divisions and departments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic thinker with diplomacy, judgment, and the ability to make decisions in the best interests of students and the School.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage budgets, policies, and operational processes.