The Hotchkiss School
Program Director - Writers and Writing
The Hotchkiss School, Lakeville, Connecticut, us, 06039
Position: Program Director - Writers and Writing
Department:
Summer Portals FLSA:
Exempt Reports to:
Dean of Summer Programs
Dates:
June 29 - July 12, 2025, and July 14, 2025 - July 26, 2025 – Two, Two-Week Sessions
Class Schedule:
9:00 a.m. - Noon; 1:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. (Monday through Friday);
Sat. 7/5th and 7/19th 9:00 a.m. -Noon
Summer Portals at Hotchkiss School includes a wide variety of academic and recreational offerings to rising 6th through 9th grade students, many of whom are experiencing a residential learning experience for the first time. Students come to Summer Portals from diverse nationalities and cultures, seeking academic enrichment and exploration.
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Hotchkiss School is seeking a Program Director for its Writers & Writing Summer Program. The program will focus on both academic writing and the personal writing students might do as independent authors. The Program Director will foster the growth of student writing through close reading of non-fiction, poetry, and short fiction, as well as daily free writing, discussions, and revision work. The Program Director will encourage the students to consider writing as a series of decisions and choices that follow inspiration. Candidates should have experience with teaching creative non-fiction and short critical prose. The Program Director is expected to develop a class that prepares students for the writing and discussion-based exploration of literature that comprises much of the humanities work at independent schools.
The Hotchkiss School is eager to accept applications from individuals who are excited to support an inclusive and warm working and learning community for students and employees from a wide array of backgrounds and experiences.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
In advance of Program dates, submit curriculum and syllabus that considers both project-based and individually guided debate topics.
Resource and provide program educational material for procurement before the program commences.
Guide and support the curriculum and class lesson planning during the program.
Instruct students observing their academic level, conducting debate activities to support their skill development; helping them explore and elaborate on their stance.
Counsel, support, and guide students as needed.
Identify and communicate with the Dean of Summer Programs, any emergent need that warrants immediate support, ensuring student safety and well-being.
Portals Faculty are expected to eat communally with students.
Instructors/staff who receive campus housing and are not full-time Hotchkiss faculty, are expected to handle four nights of evening supervision on campus.
At the end of the program, provide a written assessment commenting on each student’s progress through the program, describing their growth, attitude, effort as well as achievement.
Review student comments from other Writers and Writing instructors before final submission.
Participate in Summer Portals faculty orientation, which includes online professional boundaries training in Sexual Harassment Prevention, and CT Department of Children and Families Mandated Reporter Training.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
A four-year College Degree is required.
Qualified applicants will have demonstrated successful teaching and/or coaching writing for 9th graders and older.
Possess excellent time management and organizational skills needed to oversee the program and other instructor colleagues.
Possess strong communication skills that effectively promote inclusive and respectful behavior amongst students and respectful exchange amongst colleagues.
Friendly attitude and approachable demeanor that exhibits compassion, empathy, and patience for students.
PHYSICAL WORK CONDITIONS
Faculty are expected to perform work on campus in the presence of students.
Must be able to maintain a stationary position and/or traverse while performing essential responsibilities.
Must be able to communicate and converse as well as distinguish and observe.
The Hotchkiss School is a tobacco-free and drug-free work environment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The essential functions and basic skills have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This position description is subject to change at any time.
The Hotchkiss School is an equal-opportunity employer
and is committed to basing judgments concerning the employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities. The School is firmly committed to equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and applicants in all phases of the employment process (including recruitment, hiring, assignment, terms and conditions of employment, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline and termination).
In accordance with applicable law, the School does not discriminate against any individual based on age, ancestry, color, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, past or present history of mental disability, national origin, physical disability, race, religious creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
For further information, contact:
Richard Hazelton
Dean of Summer Programs
Director, Center for Global Understanding & Independent Thinking
RHazelton@hotchkiss.org
Apply for the position online at:
http://www.hotchkiss.org/our-school/careers-at-hotchkiss
Applicants will be expected to submit:
A current resume.
Contact information of two professional references, professors or supervisors of education-related work experience.
Unofficial transcript(s).
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Department:
Summer Portals FLSA:
Exempt Reports to:
Dean of Summer Programs
Dates:
June 29 - July 12, 2025, and July 14, 2025 - July 26, 2025 – Two, Two-Week Sessions
Class Schedule:
9:00 a.m. - Noon; 1:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. (Monday through Friday);
Sat. 7/5th and 7/19th 9:00 a.m. -Noon
Summer Portals at Hotchkiss School includes a wide variety of academic and recreational offerings to rising 6th through 9th grade students, many of whom are experiencing a residential learning experience for the first time. Students come to Summer Portals from diverse nationalities and cultures, seeking academic enrichment and exploration.
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Hotchkiss School is seeking a Program Director for its Writers & Writing Summer Program. The program will focus on both academic writing and the personal writing students might do as independent authors. The Program Director will foster the growth of student writing through close reading of non-fiction, poetry, and short fiction, as well as daily free writing, discussions, and revision work. The Program Director will encourage the students to consider writing as a series of decisions and choices that follow inspiration. Candidates should have experience with teaching creative non-fiction and short critical prose. The Program Director is expected to develop a class that prepares students for the writing and discussion-based exploration of literature that comprises much of the humanities work at independent schools.
The Hotchkiss School is eager to accept applications from individuals who are excited to support an inclusive and warm working and learning community for students and employees from a wide array of backgrounds and experiences.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
In advance of Program dates, submit curriculum and syllabus that considers both project-based and individually guided debate topics.
Resource and provide program educational material for procurement before the program commences.
Guide and support the curriculum and class lesson planning during the program.
Instruct students observing their academic level, conducting debate activities to support their skill development; helping them explore and elaborate on their stance.
Counsel, support, and guide students as needed.
Identify and communicate with the Dean of Summer Programs, any emergent need that warrants immediate support, ensuring student safety and well-being.
Portals Faculty are expected to eat communally with students.
Instructors/staff who receive campus housing and are not full-time Hotchkiss faculty, are expected to handle four nights of evening supervision on campus.
At the end of the program, provide a written assessment commenting on each student’s progress through the program, describing their growth, attitude, effort as well as achievement.
Review student comments from other Writers and Writing instructors before final submission.
Participate in Summer Portals faculty orientation, which includes online professional boundaries training in Sexual Harassment Prevention, and CT Department of Children and Families Mandated Reporter Training.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
A four-year College Degree is required.
Qualified applicants will have demonstrated successful teaching and/or coaching writing for 9th graders and older.
Possess excellent time management and organizational skills needed to oversee the program and other instructor colleagues.
Possess strong communication skills that effectively promote inclusive and respectful behavior amongst students and respectful exchange amongst colleagues.
Friendly attitude and approachable demeanor that exhibits compassion, empathy, and patience for students.
PHYSICAL WORK CONDITIONS
Faculty are expected to perform work on campus in the presence of students.
Must be able to maintain a stationary position and/or traverse while performing essential responsibilities.
Must be able to communicate and converse as well as distinguish and observe.
The Hotchkiss School is a tobacco-free and drug-free work environment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The essential functions and basic skills have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This position description is subject to change at any time.
The Hotchkiss School is an equal-opportunity employer
and is committed to basing judgments concerning the employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities. The School is firmly committed to equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and applicants in all phases of the employment process (including recruitment, hiring, assignment, terms and conditions of employment, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline and termination).
In accordance with applicable law, the School does not discriminate against any individual based on age, ancestry, color, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, past or present history of mental disability, national origin, physical disability, race, religious creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
For further information, contact:
Richard Hazelton
Dean of Summer Programs
Director, Center for Global Understanding & Independent Thinking
RHazelton@hotchkiss.org
Apply for the position online at:
http://www.hotchkiss.org/our-school/careers-at-hotchkiss
Applicants will be expected to submit:
A current resume.
Contact information of two professional references, professors or supervisors of education-related work experience.
Unofficial transcript(s).
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