Director of Engineering and Applied Science

Stevenson School is a PK-12 co-educational, college-preparatory boarding and day school with enrollment of 770 students on two campuses in beautiful Central Coast California. The Upper Division campus (Grades 9-12) is located in Pebble Beach. The Lower/Middle Divisions Campus (Grades PK-8) is in nearby Carmel-by-the-Sea. Stevenson is a mission-driven school that aims to help students shape joyful lives while instilling a passion for learning and achievement to prepare them for success in school and beyond.

Stevenson School is seeking a Director of Engineering and Applied Science to start 

July 2025. Reporting to the Head of the Upper Division, the Director of Engineering and Applied Science (DEAS) will help lead the development of engineering and applied science programming in the state-of-the-art math, science and engineering center (MSEC) which is on track to open for the start of the 2026-27 school year. MSEC will showcase Stevenson School’s commitment to an integrated science and math education and unlock exciting learning opportunities that cultivate students’ creative spirits. Among other planned spaces, a fully-equipped engineering, design, and fabrication workshop will bring robotics and engineering to the heart of our campus. 

The DEAS will work in close collaboration with the head of the upper division, school president, architects, project managers, and advancement team to guide both the final stages of construction and the opening of an educational space that will solidify Stevenson’s position as a leader and model in STEM education. With Stanford’s Hopkins Marine Labs, Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI), the Naval Postgraduate Center for Military Research in Engineering all located on the Monterey Peninsula and Silicon Valley within an easy drive of campus, the DEAS will develop and cultivate meaningful external relationships and compelling programming in collaboration with community partners. The incoming director will shape the educational experience for current and future generations of Stevenson students. 

The DEAS will continue the School’s work to further evolve and enhance a cohesive program of study that capitalizes on the outstanding math and science preparation provided by the existing departments and offers opportunities for students to apply their conceptual understanding to real-world problem solving. In addition, the DEAS will supervise the teaching of courses identified as applied science, applied mathematics, computer science, engineering, and robotics, and work collaboratively with upper division academic leadership to evaluate programs and faculty. 

The ideal director of engineering and applied science candidate will be a dynamic and experienced leader who will bring a demonstrated record of leadership in math and/or applied sciences and success partnering with research institutions. This is a full-time, 12-month/year position based on the Pebble Beach campus. In keeping with Stevenson’s core values, we seek candidates who demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion.  

Responsibilities include:

• Teach up to 3 sections of math, science, computer science and/or digital fabrication, to be determined based upon area(s) of academic and applied expertise
• Develop and steward relationships with community partners such as MBARI, NPS, CSUMB, and other relevant institutions and organizations
• Cultivate enthusiasm for innovation and exploration in all aspects of maker programs among students and faculty and ensure that related courses and programs feel accessible to all students
• Actively seek and promote opportunities for Stevenson students to engage in research and other internship opportunities
• Promote applied science activities such as the MATE robotics program
• Support the continued development of and evaluation of scope and sequence of the computer science program
• Participate in MSEC project completion as detailed above
• Collaborate with divisional leadership and faculty in the continued development and enhancement of the PK-12 math and science sequence
• Supervise the teaching of courses identified as applied science, applied mathematics, computer science, engineering, and robotics
• Work collaboratively with upper division academic leadership to evaluate programs and faculty
• Guide and support the development of a middle division after school program to introduce robotics, engineering and design thinking to students prior to high school
• Showcase Stevenson’s commitment to STEM education at admissions and advancement events
• Other duties as assigned 

Required qualifications:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, science, or related. Advanced degree in applied mathematics, science, or engineering, and/or related industry experience is highly desirable
• Minimum of five years of teaching experience at the secondary level or equivalent related experience
• Demonstrated track record of innovative leadership of an academic department or comparable program
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum design and development
• Experience teaching or leading an applied math or engineering program
• Highly developed leadership skills and the enthusiasm to collaborate generously and productively with faculty and administrators
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Impeccable integrity and exemplary work ethic
• Highly developed professional judgment and boundaries with adolescents
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and build trust within a team 
• Commitment to being part of a diverse, equitable and inclusive school community
• Other duties as assigned

The estimated salary for this position is $90,000 - $125,000 annually, based on experience.

In addition to competitive salary, Stevenson offers a generous benefits package that includes a menu of Anthem health plan options, generous retirement plan contributions, life insurance, monthly housing and fuel stipends, and professional development opportunities. Meals are provided daily in the School dining hall when school is in session.

Currently the DEAS is planned as a day faculty position. Campus housing may be possible in the future based on availability and enthusiasm to participate in residential life duties.

Stevenson is pleased to offer transportation support and accommodations, as needed, along with an introduction to the local area, for those candidates who travel from outside of the region for on-campus employment interviews. 

Stevenson is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Interested candidates are invited to use the link provided to submit a cover letter and resume to Susan Fahey Khanna, Director of Human Resources

Last updated on Mar 3, 2025