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Head of School LeafSpring School at Keiko

Head of School

Full Time • LeafSpring School at Keiko
Responsive recruiter
Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Training & development
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
We are seeking an experienced, strategic Head of School to lead our dynamic private school serving children from infancy through age 13 across two buildings. The Head of School provides executive leadership for all programs, ensuring operational excellence, enrollment growth, compliance, financial health, and a strong culture of accountability and educational excellence.

We have a large multi-building campus that includes a variety of programming. We offer:

  • Nursery and Preschool Programs (Infants-Preschool)
  • Private School (K- 3rd grade)
  • Before & After School Recreation Program
  • Summer Camp Program
  • Get Well Place (on-site nurse providing school health services and mild sick care)

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise a leadership team (Program Directors, Curriculum Specialists, and Administrative Coordinator)
  • Build and execute school-wide improvement and quality assurance plans
  • Oversee enrollment strategy and family engagement
  • Ensure licensing, accreditation, and regulatory compliance
  • Manage annual budget and financial performance
  • Champion staff development and performance management
  • Support alignment and collaboration across all programs 
Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred
  • 5+ years leadership experience in early childhood and/or elementary education
  • Strong team management and strategic planning skills
  • Experience with compliance, accreditation, and quality assurance
  • Financial management experience preferred
  • Marketing and knowledge and experience preferred
To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills:

  • Senior leadership: Proven ability to lead a team of educators towards achieving organizational goals. 
  • Strong leadership qualities to inspire and motivate others towards achieving excellence.
  • Supervisory skills: Ability to provide guidance, support, and mentorship to faculty and staff members 
  • Strategic planning: Ability to develop long-term plans that align with the school's mission and vision.
  • Education expertise: Strong understanding of educational principles, curriculum development, and teaching methodologies.
  • Budgeting: Proficiency in managing budgets and financial resources effectively.
  • Education administration: Knowledge of administrative processes in an educational setting, including admissions, enrollment management, scheduling, etc.
  • Public speaking: Excellent communication and presentation skills to represent the school in public forums.
  • Leadership:
  • Management: Ability to effectively manage resources, facilities, and technology infrastructure.

We are seeking a confident, growth-minded leader who can unify multiple programs, drive results, and cultivate a positive, high-performing school culture. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educational leader to make a significant impact on the growth and success of our school. If you are passionate about education and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.





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