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Head of School

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Head of School

About the Company

Reputable independent school for neurodivergent students

Industry
Education Management

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1982

Employees
11-50

Categories

  • ADHD
  • Adhd Girls
  • Atypical
  • Autism
  • Bay Area LD Schools
  • Bay Area Private School
  • Bay Area Schools
  • LD High School
  • Learning Differences
  • Learning Disabilities
  • SF Bay Area
  • San Mateo
  • Social Emotional Learning
  • Special Education
  • Stanbridge
  • Stanbridge Academy
  • Twice Exceptional

Specialties

  • special education
  • social learning
  • experiential learning
  • elementary
  • middle school
  • high school
  • neurodiversity
  • atypical
  • sf bay area
  • cais accredited
  • wasc accredited
  • learning differences
  • social communication
  • social emotional learning
  • autism
  • adhd
  • anxiety
  • dyslexia
  • dysgraphia
  • dyscalculia
  • speech pathology
  • student government
  • college prep
  • k through 12
  • and lgbtq+ friendly

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Head of School to lead its independent K-12 institution, which is dedicated to providing an educational environment tailored to the needs of students with neurodivergent learning profiles. The successful candidate will be a gracious and strategic leader, responsible for guiding the school in its mission to support and empower students with learning differences. This role involves serving as a visionary and steward, with a focus on strengthening community relationships, expanding the school's impact on neurodivergent education, and elevating faculty excellence. The Head of School will also be tasked with safeguarding the school's nurturing culture and ensuring mission alignment. Applicants for the Head of School position at the company should be passionate about advancing an educational model that allows neurodivergent learners to thrive. The role requires a leader who can work with a gifted staff to foster an environment where students can achieve academically, socially, and personally. The ideal candidate will have a background in education, with a deep understanding of the needs of neurodivergent learners, and a commitment to the school's purposefully structured approach. Responsibilities include overseeing all aspects of the school, from curriculum development to student and faculty support, and the Head of School will be expected to have a strong educational leadership background, with the ability to inspire and manage a dedicated team.

Hiring Manager Title
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Functions

  • Education/Academic Administration
Confidential
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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