Overview
Job Summary
For full job description, please visit our website: https://pacemschool.org/about/employment/
We are hiring a Head of School to work collaboratively with an amazing team of teachers and students. We are looking for an experienced, energetic educator to lead our creative, intellectually-inspiring learning community.
The Head of School’s primary responsibility is to work with the General Circle and Lead Teacher to lead and manage Pacem’s operations, assuming overall responsibility for staff, programs, administration, planning, finances, development, and implementation of the mission. The Head of School works closely with the Board, General Circle, and Faculty Circle to govern the school sociocratically and plan and implement strategies to fulfill Pacem’s mission. The position reports to the board. The Head of School also teaches 2 classes in their subject area.
Required Skills:
Leadership experience in a small organization
At least 5 years experience in education (independent schools preferred)
Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills
Commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive environment for a diverse student body
Experience with collaborative decision making
Commitment to alternative education
Middle and/or high school teaching experience, skills, and interest
Appreciation of teens and tweens and a desire to work with them
Bachelors Degree
Preferred Skills:
Small school experience
Outdoor interest/orientation
Experience working with neurodiverse students
Experience with Sociocracy
Experience with development
Masters degree or higher (in education or field you can teach)
About Pacem School
Pacem School is an intellectually inspiring, joyful, and inclusive learning community. We are a state-approved, full-time independent 6th - 12th grade school and we offer classes, extracurricular activities, and educational support to homeschoolers age 10 -18.
