Lincoln School, founded in 1884, is an independent Early Childhood–Grade 12 Quaker school for girls in Providence, Rhode Island, with a co-ed Little School program. We are currently seeking a Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging with a start date of July 1, 2025.

This 12-month, full-time role is an excellent opportunity for a committed DEIB practitioner who excels at thinking strategically and working collaboratively and is compelled by our mission to “educate girls to fearlessly embrace the opportunities and responsibilities of full citizenship in a complex world.” Reporting to the Head of School and serving as a member of the senior Administrative Council, the Director is situated in the school’s Center for Justice, Peace and Global Citizenship.  The Director works closely with school leadership to cultivate an equitable and caring school climate that centers belonging and connection.

About Lincoln School

As the nation’s only independent school for girls based on Quaker values, Lincoln operates at the intersection of tradition and innovation. Through its size and mission—with a dynamic, challenging and innovative academic program, the school prepares girls to build their confidence, through successes, and through trial and error, through discovery, through laughter, and with joy. Girls practice speaking up and out, tapping into strengths even they may not know they had. This opportunity is a unique opportunity to further our bold mission and commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.

Responsibilities include:

• Working collaboratively as a thought partner with the Head of School and Departmental leadership to uphold the School’s strategic objectives
• Coordinating student, faculty, and family programming coming from the Center for Justice, Peace, and Global Citizenship, including (but not limited to):
  • Serving as a resource for DEIB initiatives for faculty, staff, students, and community members
  • Leading student affinity groups and social justice clubs
  • Overseeing Upper School Silent Meeting and Quaker Studies component of Freshman Seminar
  • Coordinating student and faculty participation in local and national conferences related to DEIB
  • Helping to organize faculty and staff professional development pertaining to DEIB
  • Designing and implementing mission-aligned Global Programming across all divisions
  • Supervising Divisional Center Coordinators
• Serving as liaison to the Board of Trustees Equity and Inclusion Committee
• Active participation in faculty recruitment and hiring process
• Build connections and partnerships with community organizations in greater Providence area
• Facilitating discussion and conflict resolution with students and faculty when needed
• Working with Division Directors to align curricular equity and inclusion practices with the School’s overall mission, goals, and strategic plan
• Teaching at least two sections per semester in Middle and Upper School (courses assigned as needed depending on staffing)

Skills and competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Advanced degree preferred
• Demonstrated success in leading DEIB initiatives, ideally in an educational setting
• Independent school experience is valued but not required.
• Understanding of Quaker history and values is preferred
• Demonstrated success in working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders
• Exceptional visual, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to make people feel valued and motivated while accomplishing difficult tasks
• Flexibility in the face of rapid change and ability to quickly and strategically reprioritize
• Excellent project management and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple and competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Willingness to work outside the regular school day when needed

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through our Careers Page on the Lincoln School website. https://www.lincolnschool.org/about/careers.

More information about Lincoln School can be found on our website at www.lincolnschool.org.

Lincoln School is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Members of groups historically underrepresented in independent schools are strongly encouraged to apply.

About Lincoln School

Lincoln is an independent school in Providence, Rhode Island offering a rigorous and exciting learning experience that blends tradition with innovation. As the nation’s only independent school for girls rooted in Quaker values, we provide a unique educational community for grades 1 through 12. We also offer a coed program from six weeks through kindergarten. Our students come from the greater Providence area and beyond, and represent diverse backgrounds and religious traditions.

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