Statement Of Purpose For The Director Of Learning Position

I am writing to express interest in the Director of Learning position available at Nishimachi International School. I am particularly inspired by your school's emphasis on developing transferrable academic and social skills in all students. As a current high school Assistant Director who is motivated by the fundamental belief that every student, regardless of background, should have access to an education that meets their individual academic and social needs, I am certain that my skills and educational philosophy make me well suited to support the students and faculty at Nishimachi International School. When I am not managing disciplinary issues, guiding students, teachers, and families around the college application process, or recruiting

This master’s program included a year-long practicum at a high-performing charter school in the Boston area where I worked alongside both the Head of School and the Dean of Curriculum and Program. During this time, I coached a first-year teacher as he worked to design and implement 9th grade Humanities lessons that encouraged critical thinking, creativity, inquiry, and student collaboration. Additionally, throughout this time, I led a group of teachers and administrators as we worked to realign the school's grading policy to more accurately reflect the rigorous academic and high expectations of the school. As with my current role as Assistant Director, supporting teachers was one of the most fulfilling aspects of my work as School Leadership Intern. The skills acquired from this experience, coupled with my experience as an English Language Teacher in Nagasaki, Japan, have guided my work as Assistant Director and will certainly continue to guide my work in the