The Shipley School
HEAD OF SCHOOL
BRYN MAWR, PA
About
HEAD OF SCHOOL
BRYN MAWR, PA
The Shipley School, located in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, is a distinguished private, coeducational day school serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Founded in 1894, Shipley is renowned for its rigorous academic programs, commitment to character education, and a nurturing environment that fosters personal and intellectual growth. The school remains steadfast in its commitment to educational excellence.
Position
The Head of School is the sole employee of the Board of Trustees and serves as the chief administrator, educational, and community leader who ensures that all members of Shipley School are known and respected. The head of school embodies, communicates, and champions the mission of the school reflected in Shipley’s Mission, Vision, and Values, while helping the community grow and thrive into the future, and is the principal spokesperson to all the school’s constituents. The head has overall responsibility for the management of the school and is steward of the Shipley community. The head works closely and collaboratively with the School’s Board of Directors. The Head in collaboration with the Board President and full board of trustees is responsible for leading the strategic planning process and manages and directs the school’s administrative team to accomplish stated goals in the school’s strategic plan, “Vision 20/26,”to achieve the school’s mission and vision.
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Interested candidates should provide a résumé, cover letter highlighting their interest in and qualifications for the position, leadership philosophy and a list of five (5) professional references with contact information, as a single PDF attachment. These materials should be sent to the consultant listed below.
Candidates will be evaluated as received.
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