Administrative Chair

Opening Statement The Emerson Waldorf School Board of Trustees seeks a caring, thoughtful, and energetic leader who will work in partnership with the Administration, Board of Trustees, and pedagogical leadership to further advance our values of holistic education, social justice, community, and collaboration. About Emerson Waldorf School is a premier preK-12 independent day school located on a 54‑acre wooded campus in Chapel Hill, NC. The school’s classrooms, studios, outdoor amphitheater, athletic field, and working farm provide an ideal environment for indoor‑outdoor, multisensory education. Founded in 1984, the school has grown from a small handful of students to a robust, welcoming community of creative faculty and staff. Emerson Waldorf School is accredited by the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA) and the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS). It also maintains memberships with the Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America (WECAN) and the North Carolina Association of Independent Schools (NCAIS). Essential Job Duties The Administrative Chair is responsible for the operational integrity and long‑term health of the Emerson Waldorf School. This role is an integral part of the administrative team that manages financial and business operations, budgeting, the farm, marketing, fundraising, enrollment, and more. In collaboration with faculty and pedagogical leadership, the Administrative Chair supports the implementation of the school’s daily operations, provides community leadership, represents the school to external organizations, and builds connections with local businesses and associations. Key Functions Of The Administrator Role Include Management of school safety, risk mitigation, and legal compliance through establishment and oversight of policies, procedures, and internal controls. Leadership for campus planning, needs assessment, stakeholder involvement, and development efforts, including involvement in capital budget projects, facility management, and strategic planning. Support for school marketing, fundraising initiatives, and enrollment strategies. Ensuring adherence to sound financial management and human resources practices across the school. Qualifications Commitment to our values of holistic education, social justice, community, and collaboration. Experience mentoring and managing teams in education administration. Ability to respectfully manage nuanced and sensitive issues with various constituents. Ability to cultivate collaboration and trust while being an effective liaison among all constituents and building a team environment. Experience with budget and fiscal oversight. Successful fundraising experience preferred. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Master’s degree preferred; Bachelor’s degree required. Employment Details This is a full‑time salaried position with a salary commensurate with education and experience. Range $50,000‑75,000. Benefits include employer paid health insurance, life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, professional development funds, tuition remission, three weeks of paid vacation, and ten days of sick leave. #J-18808-Ljbffr AWSNA: Assoc. of Waldorf Schools of N. America