Upper School 12th Grade Dean Full Time NEW

Bullis School seeks a 12th Grade Dean to support our caring and inclusive community starting in the 2026-27 academic year. The Dean provides leadership, guidance, and support for all students and families in the 12th grade. As the grade’s primary resource and advocate, this role is responsible for facilitating the successful integration of all components of the student experience at Bullis, including academic achievement, personal accountability, and social dynamics. In coordination with the other grade-level deans, the Assistant Head of Upper School for Student Life, the Head of the Upper School, and other members of the student support team, the Dean plans and assists with student programming that fulfills the collective needs of the student body as well as individualized guidance to address unique student circumstances and promote growth. This is a 10-month position reporting to the Head of the Upper School and involves teaching two classes or equivalent co-curricular duties, depending on need and expertise.

Grounded in a sense of caring and community, Upper School students embrace academic challenges and dive deep into academic, artistic, and athletic pursuits that stimulate individual and collective growth. Students develop as empathetic, solution-oriented young adults who cultivate meaningful relationships, engage in service, and help amplify the voices of underrepresented groups. The grade-level dean system ensures that the unique needs of each grade are met and that students are recognized for their unique contributions to the community. The Upper School faculty, alongside the leadership team, work to foster community and develop student-centered and engaging experiences that enhance the joyful culture of the Upper School.

Bullis School is an independent, coeducational college preparatory day school of 1,000+ students in grades K-12 situated on 102 acres in Potomac, Maryland, just outside Washington, D.C. Bullis is a community that welcomes new people and ideas, embraces diversity, and shares a common vision for creating a learning environment in which students thrive in their pursuit of self-discovery, broaden their horizons, and ultimately transform our world. We are proud of our culture of growth and innovation and support faculty with ample professional development opportunities that include a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion training and education. To learn more about teaching and learning at Bullis School please click here .

Working at Bullis means being a part of a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development. We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits that make it an ideal place to build a thriving career.

If you are passionate about education and want to make a difference in the lives of young individuals, we want to hear from you!

Qualities of a Bullis 12th Grade Dean

• An appreciation and respect for high school-aged students as learners and people, through challenging and joyful moments alike
• Commitment and knowledge to work with, teach, and lead groups of diverse individuals in respectful, equitable, and inclusive ways
• Good cheer, humor, and warmth, balanced by professionalism and sound judgment
• Detail-oriented, with the capacity to effectively and efficiently manage multiple tasks and demands on attention
• Excellent instincts and genuine care for students with particular attention to behavior, social connection and academic motivation
• Culturally responsive and emotionally intelligent communication skills with students and families
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to successfully collaborate with a broad range of community members to solve problems with logic and creativity
• The ability to make difficult decisions, even when unpopular, take responsibility, and set boundaries in the face of persistent demands and concerns

Education And Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred

• Master’s Degree in Education or related field
• Minimum of five years of experience working in a school, with a focus on students in grades 9-12

Search Process

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and current resume along with an application through the Bullis Career site . The Search Committee will begin reviewing candidate materials immediately. Applications will be considered until the position has been filled.

Bullis School is committed to staff diversity, equality, and continued professional growth. Bullis School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Bullis School complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.