Confidential
Head of Upper School
About the Company
Highly regarded independent school
Industry
Primary/Secondary Education
Type
Educational Institution
Founded
1969
Employees
51-200
Categories
Education
Specialties elementary education middle school education high school education progressive education middle school education and high school education
About the Role The Company is seeking a Head of Upper Learning, equivalent to an Upper School Principal, to lead its vibrant, student-centered, and intellectually rich secondary school community. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader, responsible for overseeing the entire Upper Learning academic, co-curricular, and student life program. This pivotal role involves guiding a community of 270-320 students and 40-50 faculty members, and is dedicated to developing insightful and engaged thinkers. The Head of Upper Learning will be tasked with leading faculty development, instructional excellence, and curriculum advancement, including Advanced Placement preparation and experiential learning initiatives.
The ideal candidate will foster a learning environment built on strong relationships, inclusivity, and student voice, and will partner with various teams to deliver a holistic Upper School experience. The role requires a commitment to balancing academic freedom with responsibility, and a focus on creative discovery over test-focused pedagogy. The Head of Upper Learning will also be responsible for embodying and reinforcing the school's mission and core values, which emphasize joyful learning, the value of individuals, and the encouragement of self-discovery. The position is pivotal in ensuring that the school's founder's belief in meeting each child where they are and the importance of joy in learning are upheld, and that students are supported in their journey to become authentic and fearless individuals. Hiring Manager Title Head of School Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Education/Academic Administration
Specialties elementary education middle school education high school education progressive education middle school education and high school education
About the Role The Company is seeking a Head of Upper Learning, equivalent to an Upper School Principal, to lead its vibrant, student-centered, and intellectually rich secondary school community. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader, responsible for overseeing the entire Upper Learning academic, co-curricular, and student life program. This pivotal role involves guiding a community of 270-320 students and 40-50 faculty members, and is dedicated to developing insightful and engaged thinkers. The Head of Upper Learning will be tasked with leading faculty development, instructional excellence, and curriculum advancement, including Advanced Placement preparation and experiential learning initiatives.
The ideal candidate will foster a learning environment built on strong relationships, inclusivity, and student voice, and will partner with various teams to deliver a holistic Upper School experience. The role requires a commitment to balancing academic freedom with responsibility, and a focus on creative discovery over test-focused pedagogy. The Head of Upper Learning will also be responsible for embodying and reinforcing the school's mission and core values, which emphasize joyful learning, the value of individuals, and the encouragement of self-discovery. The position is pivotal in ensuring that the school's founder's belief in meeting each child where they are and the importance of joy in learning are upheld, and that students are supported in their journey to become authentic and fearless individuals. Hiring Manager Title Head of School Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Education/Academic Administration