Literature, distance running, education, civic life, technology, public writing, school leadership
Adam Wright
Deerfield,MA
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with expertise in upper school administration, curriculum development, and faculty mentorship. Committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes character, intellectual growth, and community engagement. Brings a distinctive background in technical writing, literary publishing, and strategic communication to school leadership.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Upper School
The Hyde School
Deerfield, MA
07.2024 - Current
- Lead the Upper School for grades 9–12, guiding academics, student life, faculty culture, and daily operations.
- Support students, families, and faculty with steady communication, sound judgment, and care.
- Strengthen a school culture rooted in responsibility, character, intellectual growth, and community.
- Partner with senior leadership and department heads on curriculum, expectations, and student support.
English Department Chair
The Hyde School
Deerfield, MA
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Led the English Department with a focus on strong writing, close reading, and serious discussion.
- Supported teachers through curriculum planning, collaboration, mentoring, and department leadership.
- Strengthened student writing expectations across literary analysis, argument, revision, and voice.
- Helped align English instruction with Hyde’s academic standards and character-based mission.
History and English Teacher
The Hyde School
Deerfield, MA
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Taught History and English with emphasis on writing, analysis, civic understanding, and thoughtful discussion.
- Designed lessons connecting literature, history, responsibility, identity, and public life.
- Guided students through essays, projects, presentations, and revision with careful feedback.
- Built a classroom culture of trust, high expectations, and personal growth.
Senior Technical Writer
McKinsey & Company
New York, NY
01.2014 - 07.2017
- Wrote senior-level reports, executive summaries, briefings, and client-facing materials.
- Translated complex business and technical ideas into clear, polished, decision-ready language.
- Collaborated with consultants, partners, editors, and subject-matter experts on high-stakes projects.
- Earned trust through clarity, reliability, discretion, and strong performance under pressure.
Technical Writer
McKinsey & Company
New York, NY
09.2009 - 12.2013
- Developed technical reports, research summaries, internal documents, and presentation materials.
- Edited complex content for clarity, structure, accuracy, and professional tone.
- Turned research, interviews, and data into accessible written materials for project teams.
- Advanced quickly through consistent performance and strong communication skills.
Independent Writer, Novelist, and Essayist
Self-Employed
New York, NY
06.2005 - 08.2009
- Authored two New York Times bestselling novels: 29, a mystery centered on people disappearing on their birthdays, and The Distance Between Worlds, a science fiction novel about the discovery of aliens and first contact.
- Published essays, criticism, and cultural commentary in major literary, technology, and professional outlets, including The New York Times, The Atlantic, Harper’s, Wired, and STC.
- Maintained a regularly updated personal blog focused on literature, technology, education, politics, running, and public life.
- Established a public writing career defined by disciplined prose, intellectual range, and strong narrative control.
Technical Writing Intern
Beacon Systems Group
Boston, MA
06.2004 - 08.2004
- Assisted with product documentation, technical guides, and internal written materials.
- Edited technical content for clarity, structure, consistency, and readability.
Editorial and Communications Intern
CivicSignal
New York, NY
06.2003 - 08.2003
- Drafted web content, research summaries, and public-facing communication materials for a civic-technology organization.
- Supported editorial projects focused on public engagement, technology, and clear institutional communication.
Legislative and Public Affairs Assistant
U.S. Senate, U.S. House, and State Legislative Offices
Hartford, CT; Bucks County, PA; Trenton, NJ
06.2000 - 08.2002
- Held early assistant and internship roles in federal and state legislative offices, including offices connected to Senator Christopher J. Dodd, Representative Jim Greenwood, and the New Jersey Office of Legislative Services.
- Supported constituent correspondence, policy research, briefing notes, public-facing documents, and daily office communication.
- Developed early experience in civic writing, public service, legislative research, and professional communication.
Education
Master of Arts - English Literature
Brown University
Providence, RI05-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Yale University
New Haven, CT05-2000
High School Diploma -
The Hyde School
Deerfield06-1996
Skills
- Upper School Leadership
- Curriculum Development
- Faculty Mentorship
- Student Advising
- Character Education
- Academic Writing Instruction
- Technical Writing
- Executive Communication
- Editing and Revision
- Strategic Communication
Accomplishments
- New York Times bestselling author of 29 and The Distance Between Worlds
- Former Division I Track athlete at Yale University
- Cum laude graduate, Yale University
- Member, Cum Laude Society, The Hyde School
Affiliations
- Society for Technical Communication
- National Council of Teachers of English
- Association of Independent Schools in New England
Interests
Timeline
Head of Upper School
The Hyde School
07.2024 - Current
English Department Chair
The Hyde School
07.2022 - 06.2024
History and English Teacher
The Hyde School
08.2017 - 06.2022
Senior Technical Writer
McKinsey & Company
01.2014 - 07.2017
Technical Writer
McKinsey & Company
09.2009 - 12.2013
Independent Writer, Novelist, and Essayist
Self-Employed
06.2005 - 08.2009
Technical Writing Intern
Beacon Systems Group
06.2004 - 08.2004
Editorial and Communications Intern
CivicSignal
06.2003 - 08.2003
Legislative and Public Affairs Assistant
U.S. Senate, U.S. House, and State Legislative Offices
06.2000 - 08.2002
Master of Arts - English Literature
Brown University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Yale University
High School Diploma -
The Hyde School