Student Support Service Director

EARJ is looking for an experienced and accomplished STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICE DIRECTOR to work in our both campuses, Barra and Gávea, for July 2027. In case you would like to express your interest, please apply. 

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At EARJ, Student Support Services are central to our commitment to student success and well-being. We provide comprehensive academic, social-emotional, and behavioral support that empowers students to thrive in a diverse and inclusive learning environment. By collaborating closely with faculty, families, and specialized support teams across both campuses, we foster student growth, resilience, engagement, and a strong sense of belonging, ensuring every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential. If you want to lead in a very special community on an incredibly exciting journey - and if you want to make a real difference through the work that you do - then maybe EARJ is the kind of community where you will feel at home.

The ideal candidate is: qualified to Masters degree level; 3-5 years of qualified in the Student Support Service leadership experience in an international school context; a skillful practitioner in multilingual classrooms; a motivated learner who accepts responsibility for their own growth; someone who thrives in an atmosphere of transformational leadership; is passionate about learning and skilled in high-impact 21st century instruction; and, most importantly, teaches students not subjects.

If you feel that you are culturally open-minded and have an optimistic growth mindset, then EARJ is the place where you can make a difference. Contributes to a community that is inclusive, culturally sensitive and equitable, and in which everyone experiences a strong sense of belonging.

Founded in 1937, the Escola Americana do Rio de Janeiro (EARJ) is a leading international school and an IB World Continuum School, serving students from Preschool through Grade 12 across two campuses in Gávea and Barra da Tijuca. For more than 80 years, EARJ has been a place where academic excellence, global perspective, and sense of belonging come together to create a meaningful educational experience.

At EARJ, education goes beyond the classroom. Our vibrant international community values curiosity, collaboration, ethics, and lifelong learning. Students graduate prepared to navigate a complex and interconnected world — and this preparation is made possible by professionals who believe in education as a transformative force.

Our strength lies in our people. From educators to administrative and operational teams, everyone at EARJ plays an essential role in shaping an inspiring environment. We foster a culture of trust, professional growth, and shared purpose, where individuals are encouraged to develop their talents, contribute their ideas, and build lasting impact. Join EARJ and find your path!