MEDWAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Educational Leadership Opportunity Exceptional Leaders are Invited to Apply for the Director of Wellness, Safety, and Strategic Partnerships About Medway The Medway Public Schools is the public school district of Medway, Massachusetts. Medway, with an approximate population of 13,000, is in the Metrowest area of Massachusetts and is situated equidistant between Boston, Massachusetts, and Providence, Rhode Island. About the Medway Public Schools Commitment to Comprehensive Education Our district is dedicated to providing a comprehensive education that fosters both academic achievement and personal growth. We serve approximately 2,200 students from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12, embracing the increasing diversity of our student body. Our four schools-McGovern Elementary (PK-1), Burke-Memorial Elementary (2-4), Medway Middle School (5-8), and Medway High School (9-12)-work collaboratively to create a supportive and stimulating learning environment. Academic Excellence and Innovation Renowned for our academic excellence, the Medway Public Schools consistently rank among the top districts in Massachusetts. Guided by the 2025-2030 Medway Public Schools Strategic Plan, we are proud of our innovative curriculum, which includes:
- Science of Reading: An early shift to this evidence-based approach ensures strong literacy foundations.
- Investigating History: A curriculum that brings history to life through inquiry and exploration.
- Project Lead the Way: STEM-focused courses offered at our middle and high schools to prepare students for future success.
- Advanced Placement Courses: Open-access opportunities for students to challenge themselves academically.
- Innovation Pathways: Recognized by the Massachusetts Department of Secondary and Elementary Education, our Healthcare and Social Assistance, IT, Business and Finance, Digital Media, and Clean Energy pathways provide students with hands-on experiences and valuable skills through capstone projects and internships.
Prioritizing Social-Emotional Well-being We understand that a strong academic foundation is only part of a successful education. The Medway Public Schools is committed to supporting the social-emotional well-being of our students. Through a variety of initiatives, we provide:
- Social-Emotional Learning Programs: Implemented at our elementary schools to develop essential skills like empathy, self-awareness, and problem-solving.
- Increased Mental Health Supports: Counseling services and resources are readily available to students who need them.
- Partnerships with Outside Providers: Collaborations with community organizations help us address the unique needs of our students and remove barriers to learning.
The Medway Public Schools is a place where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, supported by dedicated and passionate professionals. About the Position At Medway Public Schools, we believe student well-being is fundamental to academic achievement and lifelong success. Recognized as a statewide leader in integrated mental health and whole-child supports, Medway is seeking a visionary leader with a strong background in public health, grant strategy, and strategic partnerships to serve as a member of our district leadership team. In this role, you will champion our Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) model, driving competitive grant acquisition, multi-tiered systems of support, partnerships, and district safety preparedness. The Director of Wellness, Safety & Strategic Partnerships will direct the continuous implementation, operation, and evaluation of the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) Model in support of the District''s goal to support the needs of all students. In addition, this position will serve as the district's lead strategist for competitive grant acquisition and fiscal sustainability, cultivate strategic community partnerships, coordinate comprehensive district wellness programming, and lead coordination of the district's physical and psychological safety plans. Job Duties: WSCC Model Coordination
- Lead the Wellness Advisory Committee and oversee the maintenance and implementation of the District Wellness Policy.
- Support the development of a robust Multi-Tiered System of Support
- Maintain and grow community, professional, and academic partnerships to enhance and improve the WSCC model.
- Create systems and processes to track the schools'' progress in attaining a culture of wellness utilizing quantifiable and data-driven rubrics.
- Support the development of a well-defined social and emotional climate to enhance health, growth, and development in collaboration with student support services.
- Collaborate with and oversee the Health and Physical Education Department to ensure students are provided opportunities and skills for physical activity.
- Work closely with Nutrition Services to support nutrition education and healthy eating messaging.
- Create and maintain a comprehensive school employee wellness and workplace safety program in collaboration with HR and Facilities.
Strategic Planning
- Proactively research, identify, author, and submit competitive federal, state, and philanthropic grant proposals to secure external revenue supporting student wellness, mental health, substance use prevention, and school safety infrastructure.
- Oversee awarded grant budgets, program compliance, deliverable tracking, and required reporting in coordination with the Business Office, developing multi-year transition plans to sustain high-impact positions and interventions.
- Support the development of the District Improvement Plan and School Improvement Plans; contribute vision to ensure continuous improvement in wellness, safety, and community engagement.
Program Supervision
- Directly supervise and evaluate personnel, including the ''SUP Coordinator, Wrap-Around Coordinator, Coordinator of School Counseling, Mental Health Family Liaison, wellness teachers, safety/security liaisons, and associated grant-funded staff and consultants.
- Leverage strategic community partnerships to enhance and improve the WSCC model, acting as executive liaison to municipal boards, youth commissions, and community coalitions, including the direct oversight of substance use prevention (''SUP) initiatives.
- Establish, formalize, and manage MOUs and service contracts with external outpatient mental health clinics, wrap-around support networks, and community healthcare providers.
Safety and Security
- Direct and maintain the district's comprehensive safety, emergency management, and security posture, including updating and executing the District Multi-Hazard Emergency Operations Plan (EOP).
- Serve as the district's primary operational liaison to local emergency management, police, and fire departments.
- Establish, chair, and coordinate the district-level Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management (BTAM) team, integrating physical safety measures with multi-tiered mental health supports.
- Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.
Education and Experience:
- Master's Degree in Public Health, Educational Leadership, Social Work, Counseling, Public Administration, or related field.
- DESE License as a Director/Supervisor -or- ability to be licensed.
- Demonstrated track record of successful grant writing, competitive proposal development, and fiscal grant management.
- Demonstrated experience in school emergency management, crisis response protocols, and incident command systems, including familiarity with behavioral threat assessment protocols (BTAM).
- Strong attention to detail, ability to prioritize and handle multiple complex projects at one time.
- Effective communicator (written and oral) with proven experience facilitating inter-agency coalitions and emergency responder collaborations.
- Ability to function within all levels of the organization and across all school locations.
Hiring Timeline Job posting to close: November 13, 2026 Additional Details Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000 annually For more information, please contact: Carly Hofstra, Human Resources Manager, Medway Public Schools, 45 Holliston Street, Medway, MA 02053, Email: chofstra@medwayschools.org