Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging work continues to evolve before our eyes, with challenges posed by legislative action, intensely engaged community members with differing beliefs, and a society impacted by acts of intolerance, ignorance, and malice. As schools react to current conditions and strive to create communities of belonging and support, new ideas and strategies are needed, in both proactive and reactive work. We seek a leader who brings the highest level of strategic knowledge and experience to EDIB work, someone actively engaged in supporting a community and willing to create models that will lead the way for community and independent school EDIB work. 

Successful candidates in this search will be asked to provide concrete examples of their work in the advancement of EDIB in their organizations, share cases illustrating their experience in handling sensitive and complex situations, and to propose new strategies worth considering. Strong instincts and a caring approach are important, but so is practical experience supported by an extensive knowledge base of best practices and lessons learned.

Reporting to the Head of School and a member of the School’s Senior Administrative Team, the successful candidate will be a thoughtful leader who is capable of both high-level strategic thinking as well as comfortable serving as a visionary, advocate, educator, and internal consultant. The Director will be a champion for initiatives central to our success including Student Belonging, Family Support and Engagement, Admissions Outreach, Professional Development for parents, faculty and staff, and Student Academic Support.

This is a full-time, 12-month position, with a flexible starting date.

View the full opportunity statement HERE.

In our commitment to find the best talent for this crucial role, we have partnered with DRG Talent Advisory Group, renowned for their excellence and expertise in independent schools. The collaborative effort between Menlo and DRG will ensure a thorough and inclusive search process to find the ideal candidate. All applications and inquiries regarding this position will be handled by DRG.

Application Process

Candidates should upload application materials directly in the DRG website by visiting the listing HERE.

About us:

Menlo School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school for students in grades six through twelve. Located in Atherton, California, and established in 1915, the School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the National and California Associations of Independent Schools.

Menlo is dedicated to providing a challenging academic curriculum complemented by outstanding creative arts and athletic programs. The School helps students develop positive values and nurtures character development in a supportive environment that upholds the highest moral and ethical standards. Our program encourages students to reach their fullest potential and to develop the skills necessary to respond intelligently and humanely to the complexities of a diverse and increasingly interconnected world.

At Menlo School, equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging are at the core of our organizational identity. Through our daily efforts, the School demonstrates a shared commitment to the development of all stakeholders by supporting a campus ethos where equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging reflect the major cornerstones of our community.

Our equal opportunity employment policy:

Menlo School is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants. We administer all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or domestic partnership status, disability, protected veteran status or military status, genetic information, or any other category protected under applicable law.