Head of School, Recently Completed
Katherine Stuart
Trinity Episcopal School, Galveston, TX

Head of School | Galveston, TX

Trinity Episcopal School, a coeducational parish day school, seeks a dynamic leader who will embody and promote the School’s Mission and Core Values. Trinity was founded in 1952 by the Vestry of Trinity Episcopal Church and is located on beautiful Galveston Island, 50 miles south of Houston, TX on the Gulf of Mexico. The School serves 270 students in grades PK 2-8 with a staff of 50 dedicated, talented teachers focusing on educating the Mind, Body, and Spirit of each child.

Recently Completed

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Brookstone School

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Head of School | Columbus, GA

Founded in 1951, Brookstone School is Columbus' only 3K through 12 independent college preparatory program. With an unwavering commitment to academic excellence, Brookstone offers a first-rate college preparatory experience to more than 820 students in four divisions.

Brookstone’s core values – loyalty, courage, wisdom, honor, service, respect, and leadership – guide the educational program and daily interactions among students and adults. With a highly developed and intentional focus on servant leadership and character development, Brookstone prepares its students for lives of engagement and service to others.

Holy Family Catholic Academy - Principal

Principal | Irving, TX

Located in Irving, Texas, almost equidistant from Dallas and Fort Worth and a stone’s throw away from DFW International Airport, the Academy is one of the most diverse schools in the Diocese of Dallas and in the most diverse zip code in the nation. The School’s history evolves from the 2016 merger of two Irving parish schools in the Diocese, Holy Family of Nazareth (Est.1965) and St. Luke’s Catholic School (Est.1955). Now under the stewardship of a new pastor, the Academy is building its own future and is seeking a dynamic principal who has the vision and energy to lead the School in realizing its dream of reaching new heights.

The anticipated start date for the position is July 1, 2022.

Prince of Peace Catholic School

President | Plano, TX

Price of Peace Catholic School seeks a new President. The President is the executive leader and visionary of the school, directly responsible to the Pastor and reports to the Superintendent. This responsibility demands a close working relationship with the Principal, the faculty, staff and students, as well as parents and the community at large. The President is assisted in this task by the overall Administrative and Advancement Teams.

Position open until filled.

St. Paul's Episcopal School - Director of Advancement

Director of Advancement | Mobile, AL

The Position

The Director of Advancement leads the fundraising activities of St Paul’s Episcopal School while collaborating with the Directors of Marketing and Community Life to advance the school’s overall mission. Working closely with the Head of School, the senior administrative team, the School’s Board of Trustees, and the Foundation’s Board of Directors, this position will lead a team directed with long and short term fundraising, grant writing and major gift solicitation. The Director of Advancement is tasked with developing and leading a comprehensive fundraising strategy focused upon best meeting the school’s current and future capital needs through private gifts, planned giving, and foundation grants. He or she is also responsible for leading the development team in day-to-day execution of the strategy, including personal donor development, campaign execution, and general administration.

The anticipated start date is July 1, 2023.

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Trinity Episcopal School, Galveston, TX

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Head of School | Galveston, TX

Trinity Episcopal School, a coeducational parish day school, seeks a dynamic leader who will embody and promote the School’s Mission and Core Values. Trinity was founded in 1952 by the Vestry of Trinity Episcopal Church and is located on beautiful Galveston Island, 50 miles south of Houston, TX on the Gulf of Mexico. The School serves 270 students in grades PK 2-8 with a staff of 50 dedicated, talented teachers focusing on educating the Mind, Body, and Spirit of each child.

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Spartanburg Day School

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Head of School | Spartanburg, SC

Spartanburg Day School (“The Day School” or “SDS”) seeks a dedicated, thoughtful leader who will embody and promote the school's mission and values. The incoming Head of School will be well positioned to build upon the growth and success The Day School has experienced over the past decade. With record enrollment and endowment growth, facility upgrades, and a balanced budget, the Head of School will champion academics, athletics, and the arts. The Head will also attract and retain individuals to join the talented, creative, and committed faculty.

Responsibilities to begin July 1, 2023

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St. Martin's Episcopal School

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Head of School | Metairie, LA

The Position

St. Martin’s seeks a leader who can inspire those around him/her, communicate clearly and effectively, and bring people together for a common purpose. The Head will be expected to provide vision and implement innovative solutions to increase St. Martin’s enrollment; uphold standards of excellence; and effectively recruit, retain, lead, and coach faculty, administrators, and staff. Possessing a warm, approachable personality and passion for education, St. Martin’s next Head should be able to lead innovative financial and strategic planning for the School with the fortitude and enthusiasm needed to garner new financial resources and achieve ambitious goals. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2023; an interim Head will serve until that time.

The anticipated start date for the position is July 1, 2023.

Saint Mary's School - Assistant Head of School

Assistant Head of School for Student Experience | Raleigh, NC

The Position

The Assistant Head of School for Student Experience is charged with the comprehensive responsibility of all curricular and non-curricular development and activities involving students, faculty and staff at Saint Mary’s, enhancing these programs in consultation with the Head of School and other key administrators.

The Assistant Head is responsible for motivating and leading the faculty in the development and delivery of a state of-the-art curriculum focused on intellectual growth and moral character in adolescent girls while maintaining positive, effective communications with parents and other key constituents in the community. The Assistant Head also provides leadership for the student experience, in keeping with the School’s Mission and Guiding Principles, and with a specific focus on residential life, athletics, student leadership, internships, extracurricular programming, and student activities.

The Assistant Head encourages enthusiasm for the school’s special culture by cultivating a strong sense of community in which all know they belong and are respected, challenged, and supported. The Assistant Head must assist the Head of School in development of a school culture commensurate with the school’s mission: to educate girls for college and life. The Assistant Head of School for Student Experience reports directly to the Head of School.

The anticipated start date for the position is July 1, 2022.

North Cross School - Director of Development

Director of Development | Roanoke, VA

North Cross School is seeking an experienced fundraising professional to partner with the Head of School, lead a staff of 4, and build the philanthropic support for the school and the engagement of key stakeholders. Reporting to the Head of School, the Director of Development creates, implements, and supervises appropriate fundraising strategies to meet the financial goals of the School consistent with the strategic plan. Along with the Head of School, s/he is responsible for strengthening a positive public perception of North Cross in the community, communicating the mission and objectives of the school, building relationships with donors, and obtaining the financial support necessary to ensure a strong and vibrant future. S/he will also have the opportunity of building on the success and fundraising momentum achieved under the current Director who will be retiring at the end of this school year.

The anticipated start date for the position is July 2022.

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St. Catherine's Montessori

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Head of School | Houston, TX

St. Catherine’s Montessori seeks a dynamic and inspiring educational leader who will wholeheartedly embrace the mission, core values, and culture of St. Catherine’s Montessori starting in July 2022. A successful candidate will be an experienced, approachable educational leader who will embody and support the school’s Catholic identity. The next Head of School must embrace Montessori education and steer the school as a servant leader whose example, energy level, enthusiasm, passion, and commitment inspire faculty and staff. A compassionate and engaging champion of children, the Head of School promotes the school, serves as a visionary leader and principal institutional spokesperson, and is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of the school while working closely with the Board of Directors.

St. David's Episcopal School

Head of School | San Antonio, TX

In seeking its next Head of School for July 2022, Saint David’s is looking for an experienced educational leader who has a warm and engaging personality. Their next leader will embrace the mission, values, and culture of Saint David’s. The School seeks an individual to continue its educational philosophy of developing each child’s gifts by providing a strong foundation within a warm, loving, Christian community. A successful candidate will be an experienced leader who is a champion of young children, a skilled communicator, an affirming presence, and a confident manager with excellent organizational skills. Qualified candidates should have experience in early childhood education and a record of successful school leadership.

To Apply

Interested candidates should provide a resume, cover letter of interest in and qualifications for the position, statement of philosophy of leadership, and list of five references with contact information, as a single attachment, by November 12, 2021. These materials should be sent to the consultant listed below.

Vicki Raney | vicki@educationgroup.com | 214-680-0071


Ursuline Academy of Dallas - Chief Development Officer

Chief Development Officer | Dallas, TX

Ursuline Academy of Dallas seeks a highly accomplished fundraising professional to partner with the President and Board of Trustees, lead a staff of eight, and build levels of philanthropic support for the school. Reporting to the President, the Chief Development Officer develops, implements, and supervises appropriate fundraising strategies to meet the financial goals of the Academy consistent with the strategic plan. Along with the President, s/he is responsible for strengthening a positive public perception of Ursuline in the community, communicating the mission and objectives of the school, and obtaining the human and financial support necessary to ensure a strong and vibrant future.

Strong candidates will have 5+ years of progressive professional experience leading a fund development team. The new CDO will be goal oriented, possess a collaborative working style, embrace the Ursuline mission, and be authentically able to advocate on behalf of the school’s ambitious vision.

Interested candidates should email Karen Drawz. Please send the following as a single attachments in a single PDF:

  • resume

  • cover letter highlighting their interest in and fit for the position

  • a list of five (5) professional references with contact information

These materials should be sent to the consultant listed below by November 30, 2021.

The anticipated start date for the position is January 2022.

The Fletcher School

Head of School | Charlotte, NC

As The Fletcher School in Charlotte begins its thirty-ninth year in service to its exceptional students, the School announces the search for a Head of School to begin July 2022. The Education Group is assisting in the search for this K-12, 270 student school, with a comprehensive program for students with learning differences. The college preparatory curriculum prepares students to reach their full potential.

The next Head of School must have a leadership style that is open and transparent; he/she must also possess an engaging and dynamic personality and the ability to balance a community that provides a joyful educational environment that empowers students and transforms lives. The community is optimistic about all the future holds for The Fletcher School.

The anticipated start date for the position is July 1, 2022.

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Grace-St. Luke's Episcopal School

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Head of School | Memphis, TN

In seeking its next Head of School, Grace-St. Luke’s is looking for a dynamic, strategic, and visionary leader with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills who can inspire the confidence and respect of the entire school community and guide it forward. The School seeks an individual who will embrace its inclusive Episcopal identity while continuing its educational philosophy of academic excellence within a warm and welcoming environment.

 

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