The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools are currently hiring for a Director, Family Life Programs. The Director, Family Life Programs is responsible for developing and managing innovative, co-curricular programs that extend the school's mission beyond the regular school day and during the summer. Serving over a thousand children from nursery through eighth grade, these programs include summer camps, extended day care, and special classes. The Director leads in a collaborative, dynamic environment, fostering continuous improvement and supporting the school’s diverse community. Key responsibilities include program design, management and evaluation, staff recruitment, ensuring compliance with youth standards, and overseeing budget management to ensure profitability. Additionally, the Director works to strategically grow participation through effective marketing and collaboration.
For detailed information and a link to apply, see the complete
position statement. SPARC, the Summer Programs and Auxiliary Revenue Collaborative, is partnering with the school to lead the search.
About SPARC
SPARC provides comprehensive leadership search services exclusively for auxiliary leadership roles. Whether a school is creating a new role, redefining an existing position, or replacing an outgoing director, we'll assist you in attracting, evaluating, and identifying your next auxiliary program leader.
Areas of guidance throughout the search process include:
- Conducting a needs assessment through conversations with multiple community stakeholders
- Developing a customized job description and accompanying position statement
- Actively recruiting talent for the role
- Managing the candidate application process and conducting thorough candidate screening
- Working closely with your search committee throughout the interview and selection process
- Providing guidance and input in candidate assessment and final decision
- Providing customized onboarding guidance to ensure a smooth start
For more information on how SPARC can assist with your leadership search, contact Executive Director Nat Saltonstall at nat@sparcnational.com.