Retained Search

Located on a 38-acre campus in Līhu‘e, Island School enrolls 488 students in grades PK-12 and offers a traditional well-rounded private school structure while providing an unrivaled, yet unpretentious college-preparatory educational experience for families on the island of Kaua‘i. The student body represents communities from across the island, from as far north as Hā‘ena to as far west as Kekaha. They work hard for their academic achievement and to fulfill their promise. In accordance with our mission, we strive to guide our students with an education that is not only rich in academic content, skill development, the arts, athletics and wellness, but also deeply rooted in place, as well as the Hawaiian values of ho‘ihi (respect), kūlia i ka nu‘u (striving for the summit), kuleana (personal responsibility), ‘ike loa (learning and wisdom), pa’ahana (hardworking), lōkahi (teamwork and collaboration), ho‘omau (perseverance), and mālama (stewardship).

Island School seeks a director of enrollment management (DEM) to oversee the strategic and operational components of the school’s enrollment, re-enrollment, student recruitment, and financial aid. Building upon the existing strengths of the admission office, the DEM facilitates an enrollment management mindset among school leadership and conducts research to ensure the school achieves enrollment goals established by the board of directors and head of school. The DEM is also a strategic partner to the CFO and board of directors’ finance committee, and participates in tuition setting and financial aid strategy. Ideal candidates will be attentive to the unique demographics of Kaua’i, eager to expand the footprint of Island School’s market position, and a warm and engaging spokesperson for the school. The DEM reports directly to the head of school and serves as a member of the senior leadership team. Island School looks forward to welcoming the director to start later this summer.

12M & Ed Tech Recruiting is running the search on behalf of Island School. Applications received by May 10 will receive priority review.  For application instructions and the full job opportunity statement, please download the opportunity statement and apply online.

In the heart of San Diego is a nationally acclaimed independent school brimming with energy, determination, and vision. Each day, over 1,300 students from JK through grade 12, along with hundreds of faculty and staff, arrive at one of the two outstanding and iconic campuses of Francis Parker School, which was founded in 1912. The historic Mission Hills Campus houses the lower school division, while the recently remodeled Linda Vista Campus contains the middle and upper school divisions that feature some amazing new facilities.

The director of instructional technology and information systems reports to the assistant head of school for JK-12 strategic initiatives.  The director serves as an active and full member of the Parker Leadership Team, which currently is a twelve-person body of school-wide administrators led by the head of school.  The technology department has eight members: the director of instructional technology and information systems, whose purview and responsibility includes all aspects of technology, and seven dedicated professionals with specific areas of focus, all of whom report to the director. The next director can rest assured that the department already has an excellent plan in place for this summer, so that technology infrastructure, hardware, and systems will be ready for opening days. Parker would ideally welcome its next technology director on or around July 1, but school leaders will be pragmatic and patient if an out-of-town relocation requires a slightly later start date. If this opportunity speaks to you, Parker encourages you to submit your application materials by the April 20 priority deadline.

12M & Ed Tech Recruiting is running the search on behalf of Francis Parker School. Applications received by April 20 will receive priority review.  For application instructions and the full job opportunity statement, please download the opportunity statement and apply online.

As Portland’s longest-established language immersion school and the only International Baccalaureate (IB) World School in Portland for preschool through eighth grade, French International School of Oregon educates students from a global perspective, preparing them to engage with inclusivity, achieve with integrity, and excel with distinction. French International has always been a school that embraces change and transformation in order to provide a unique experience for its students, and school leaders have spent the last 47 years developing and delivering an exceptional educational program. French International attracts the best educators from across the globe, who combine language immersion with the IB framework to nurture a global mindset, provide foundational skills for lifelong success, and enable children to navigate the world with empathy and curiosity. The past few years have been ones of marked growth and evolution for the school, with enrollment at an historical high and an exciting $8MM capital campaign already underway to modernize the school’s campus.

Over the last several years, the business office and other operational departments have come to play an increasingly important role in budget management, plant construction and improvement, and daily logistics. French International is currently hiring for a chief financial officer (CFO) who will contribute to this momentum by providing exceptional leadership around financial analysis, operational efficiency, internal workflows, and strategic planning. The CFO oversees three functional units—finance, HR, and facilities. The point positions for the finance and HR units are both in transition, with a new role (controller) having just been created, and the director of HR position having just come open. Thus, the next CFO should be comfortable evaluating financial and HR processes, eager to assess and improve workflows, and excellent at staff development and team dynamics. All the while French International needs a skilled C-level leader who can plan, forecast, strategize, and develop outstanding partnerships with external stakeholders. The CFO is a member of the senior leadership team and reports directly to the head of school. French International is looking to onboard the next CFO this summer, to ensure a smooth start to the 2025-2026 school year.

12M & Ed Tech Recruiting is running the search on behalf of French International School of Oregon. Applications received by April 30 will receive priority review.  For application instructions and the full job opportunity statement, please download the opportunity statement and apply online.

Located 20 miles north of LAX in the Santa Monica Mountains, Mirman School is a K-8 independent school dedicated to serving highly gifted children in a dynamic, intellectually stimulating environment. The school nurtures the unique needs of gifted learners through a comprehensive education that integrates academic, kinesthetic, and artistic development, while fostering a strong commitment to social-emotional learning and inclusivity. Students are encouraged to fully explore their talents and are empowered to become innovative problem-solvers and compassionate, thoughtful citizens in an ever-evolving world.

Mirman School is seeking a human resources manager who is inspired by the school’s mission and core values of Responsibility, Integrity, Discovery, Empathy, and Resilience. As a key member of the business office team and reporting directly to the CFO, the HR manager oversees all HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and workplace culture initiatives. This role requires a strategic thinker who can align organizational objectives with employee needs, while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and discretion.

The ideal HR manager will bring a strategic mindset and a commitment to creating an inclusive and positive work environment. Key responsibilities of this role will include providing timely, thoughtful support to employees, streamlining and enhancing HR processes and structures such as hiring, onboarding, and records management, and overseeing compassionate, steady support of employee performance management and accountability. Collaboration with school leadership and other departments will be critical to ensuring that HR practices are consistent, effective, and aligned with the school’s mission and professional culture. The HR manager should also be dedicated to advancing the sense of belonging and inclusion across the school’s hiring efforts and broader HR initiatives. With the ability to balance administrative duties with a hands-on, approachable style, the HR manager will be an integral part of Mirman’s vibrant community. The selected candidate will join Mirman’s community this spring or early summer, helping to shape and deliver exceptional HR services while supporting Mirman’s mission of nurturing the growth and development of gifted learners.

12M & Ed Tech Recruiting is running the search on behalf of Mirman. Applications received by April 13 will receive priority review.  For application instructions and the full job opportunity statement, please download the opportunity statement and apply online.

LCA is an international, non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating animal exploitation through education, investigations, legislation, and media attention. LCA believes that animals are highly sentient creatures who exist for their own reasons independent of their service to humans; they should not be made to suffer for the latter. LCA opposes the use of animals in food and clothing production, scientific experimentation, and entertainment and promotes a cruelty-free lifestyle and the ascription of rights to non-human beings.

LCA is now hiring a director of program operations to oversee the coordination of LCA’s many national and international campaign investigations. This is a new, director-level role that will report to the executive director, who also serves as LCA’s chief financial officer. Over time, the director of program operations will have the opportunity to assume additional areas of oversight and responsibility and eventually become part of the executive management team. The ideal candidate would be eager to support LCA’s mission through a combination of hands-on work and departmental leadership involving several domains: advocacy and public relations, lobbying, marketing and communications, and campaign administration. LCA would prefer that this position start this spring or summer but is willing to be flexible should a candidate need additional time to transition into the role.

12M & Ed Tech Recruiting is running the search on behalf of Last Chance for Animals. Applications received by February 7, 2025 will receive priority review.  For application instructions and the full job opportunity statement, please download the opportunity statement and apply online.

Since 2000, The Alexander Dawson School at Rainbow Mountain has been a beacon of New Excellence in Early Childhood through grade 8 independent school education in Southern Nevada. With a deep commitment to fostering students’ intellectual, social-emotional, and physical development, Dawson prepares the next generation of leaders and lifelong learners.

The School employs exceptional faculty and staff who spark student curiosity, celebrate discovery, and inspire deep learning. To achieve this, Dawson embraces research-based best practices and emerging trends in innovation, technology, instructional design, and information services, ensuring students have the knowledge and skills necessary for an ever-changing world.

The director of digital learning & technology provides the strategic vision, leadership, and hands-on management of Dawson’s technology systems, ensuring that academic and operational technology initiatives align with and support the School’s Mission. This role requires a dynamic and forward-thinking leader who can drive innovation while maintaining the reliability and security of the School’s technology infrastructure. Working closely with the Executive Leadership Team, the director of digital learning & technology plays a critical role in shaping and executing the School’s strategic technology goals. This individual is responsible for evaluating and implementing new technologies, ensuring a seamless digital experience for faculty, staff, and students, and developing sustainable practices for the long-term success of Dawson’s technology ecosystem.

Dawson prides itself on its modern learning environment, which is supported by a robust 1:1 laptop program and a suite of integrated digital platforms, including Finalsite for the school website, Canvas as the learning management system, and Blackbaud as the student information system. The School seeks a leader who further enhances these systems and provides innovative, user-friendly solutions that enrich teaching and learning experiences. This position requires a highly communicative, relationship-driven, and customer-service-focused leader who values collaboration and is committed to fostering a culture of digital fluency and responsible technology use throughout the community.

The director of digital learning & technology oversees two system administrators and two media specialists/librarians. Additionally, this position collaborates closely with two educational technology integrators who report to the director of academic innovation & design to ensure the seamless integration of instructional technology in classrooms. Together, these teams will continue to advance the School’s technology infrastructure and digital learning initiatives. Dawson seeks to have the director of digital learning & technology in place by July 1, 2025.

12M & Ed Tech Recruiting is running the search on behalf of Dawson. Applications received by March 28 will receive priority review.  For application instructions and the full job opportunity statement, please download the opportunity statement and apply online.

In the heart of Boston, less than a mile from Fenway Park, is an outstanding independent school that has been educating girls for nearly 140 years. The leader in girls’ education in Boston since 1886, The Winsor School has a rich history and an important mission: to prepare young women to pursue their aspirations and contribute to the world. Winsor is a vibrant community of students, teachers, families and staff who value intellectual curiosity, authentic engagement and personal integrity. Winsor challenges its 475 students in grades 5 through 12 to lead lives of purpose as responsible, generous-minded women. The school boasts a spectacular indoor/outdoor campus with modern facilities, an enviable location, and a national reputation for academic excellence, top-notch arts and athletics programs, and a commitment to belonging, support, and personal growth.

This summer, Winsor will welcome a new director of technology to oversee a mission-critical department that includes three other full-time dedicated professionals. At Winsor, the Technology Department plays an essential role in all aspects of school operations: supporting technology integration into classes and other co-curricular programs; deploying and maintaining a suite of enterprise database systems, and managing the critical IT infrastructure. The current director of technology oversaw a nearly complete rebuild of the backend infrastructure. At the same time, he and the department have built authentic, personal relationships with faculty, staff, and administrators. Thus, when the new director takes the helm this July, the next chapter of technology at Winsor will have a solid foundation from which to build and grow.

While Winsor has invested heavily in its technology program to ensure that students and teachers have access to state-of-the-art tools, hardware, and software, the school prioritizes human interaction, student engagement, and faculty/student relationships. Thus, the right next director will appreciate the importance of letting teachers find the right balance of technology usage—while still helping the leadership team and others to research and investigate emerging opportunities. On that note: Winsor has a robust STEM program in the Lower School, much of which runs through the school’s Innovation lab. While this academic department does not report up to the director of technology, all members of the technology team are essential partners to the success of this applied technology program. The next director’s arrival will coincide with the installation of Winsor’s next head of school. In December, the current associate director of technology, who functions primarily on the network and systems side of the house, will step down after 10 years at Winsor to pursue new opportunities. The timing of this transition will ensure a seamless onboarding experience for the director of technology, and give the director an opportunity to evaluate the departmental structure and make a key internal hire. To further ensure a smooth opening to the school year, Winsor would like the next director to start on or before July 1—so that there is no gap in departmental leadership with the outgoing director. The director of technology reports directly to the head of school and is a member of the senior leadership team.

12M & Ed Tech Recruiting is running the search on behalf of The Winsor School. Applications received by April 7 will receive priority review.  For application instructions and the full job opportunity statement, please download the opportunity statement and apply online.

Located 20 miles north of LAX in the Santa Monica Mountains, Mirman School is a K-8 independent school dedicated to serving highly gifted learners. With a mission to cultivate the boundless potential of its students, Mirman provides a challenging and enriching academic environment that fosters intellectual curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, balancing rigorous academics with social-emotional learning, character development, and opportunities for hands-on, project- based exploration. Mirman’s curriculum is designed to meet the unique needs of highly gifted students, encouraging them to take intellectual risks, pursue their passions, and develop the skills necessary to become lifelong learners and leaders.

Technology and innovation are integral to the Mirman experience, with a significant emphasis on STEM, design thinking, and interdisciplinary learning. The school’s recently constructed Innovation Space serves as a hub for robotics, coding, engineering, and creative problem-solving. Mirman also prioritizes community, inclusion, and belonging, striving to create a community where students, faculty, and families feel valued and supported. With a collaborative and forward-thinking faculty, Mirman continually evolves to provide an exceptional educational experience that prepares students for the challenges and opportunities of an ever-changing world.

12M & Ed Tech Recruiting is running the search on behalf of Mirman School. Applications received by March 27 will receive priority review.  For application instructions and the full job opportunity statement, please download the opportunity statement and apply online.

Since 1970, Turning Point has been graduating students who are confident in their abilities, masterful in their achievements, and empathic in their worldview. Located in Culver City, CA, Turning Point serves approximately 300 students in preschool through 8th grade. The school’s “positive equation for achievement” is based on scientific research and positive psychology, and encompasses the intellectual, social, physical, ethical, and emotional elements that drive each student’s experience and growth from the very first day of preschool until eighth grade graduation. The school is committed to a program that produces talented, capable students who are not only ready to take on the challenges of high school, but are proud to have already made the world a better place.

As a member of the senior leadership team, the director of finance and operations (DFO) oversees the school’s financial management, in addition to key operational areas: facilities, human resources, security and safety, and information technology. The DFO supervises two positions in the business office (a controller and an HR manager, the latter of which is currently unfilled), and facilities. The DFO partners closely with other senior administrators across multiple divisions and departments, including: academic, admissions, development, and DEI. An ideal candidate is someone who can provide day-to-day, hands-on leadership for finance and operations, but still offer strategic guidance to the head of school, senior leadership team, and board of trustees on long-term financial strategy. Culver City is a vibrant and rapidly transforming part of Los Angeles that offers many opportunities for growth, yet it is also a highly competitive market that requires creative approaches to resource management and financial planning. The DFO reports directly to the head of school and will be warmly welcomed to the community in the late spring or early summer.

12M & Ed Tech Recruiting is running the search on behalf of Turning Point. Applications received by March 28 will receive priority review.  For application instructions and the full job opportunity statement, please download the opportunity statement and apply online.

The Bay School of San Francisco, founded in 2004, is a private, coeducational college preparatory school uniquely located in the Presidio, where nature and innovation intersect. Bay’s distinctive curriculum blends academic rigor with experiential learning, emphasizing depth over breadth through immersive three-week courses that encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and real-world application. With a commitment to developing well-rounded individuals, the school fosters intellectual confidence, ethical leadership, and a collaborative spirit.

As a dynamic and inclusive community of 414 students, Bay prioritizes accessibility through an inclusive tuition model and significant financial aid offerings. The school’s beautifully renovated, historic campus supports its forward-thinking educational approach, creating an environment where students thrive.

Bay is seeking a visionary director of admissions and strategy to lead its admissions department, guide strategy, and shape the school’s future. This role requires a data-driven, forward-thinking leader who can craft and execute a comprehensive admissions, enrollment, and retention plan that aligns with Bay’s mission and long-term goals. The director of admissions and strategy will develop innovative recruitment strategies, leverage market research and demographic trends to expand outreach, and enhance the messaging of Bay’s unique and compelling value proposition in the competitive, Bay Area independent school landscape. Upon arriving at Bay, the director will find a dynamic, hard-working, mission-aligned team of admissions professionals who are exceptional at telling Bay’s story and who are ready to work with a strategic leader.

This role presents an opportunity to make a lasting impact on Bay’s future by attracting, enrolling, and retaining students that will thrive in the school’s innovative learning environment. Bay looks forward to welcoming the director of admissions and strategy, a new role for Bay that will report directly to the head of school and begin later this spring or summer.

12M & Ed Tech Recruiting is running the search on behalf of Bay. Applications received by March 2 will receive priority review.  For application instructions and the full job opportunity statement, please download the opportunity statement and apply online.

Lick-Wilmerding High School is a private school with public purpose, serving 560 students in grades 9-12 in San Francisco. Since its founding in 1895 as a vocational school, Lick-Wilmerding has built upon a long tradition of valuing and integrating the liberal arts, sciences, technical arts, visual arts and performing arts to offer a robust college-prep curriculum. Today, the LWHS curriculum is both a catalyst and a vehicle for civic engagement, and the Public Purpose Program offers students the opportunity to contribute their time, talent, and treasure through partnerships with community organizations. Students demonstrate an unparalleled commitment to their communities, the motivation to deeply explore their interests, and a desire to positively impact the lives of others.

The chief financial and operations officer (CFOO) is a pivotal role at LWHS, and oversees all financial and operational aspects of the school, including budgeting, human resources, facilities, safety, dining, and reception. Leading a large portfolio of eight direct reports across multiple departments, the CFOO must effectively manage time, resources, and strategy. The CFOO serves as a key thought partner to the head of school on strategic and long-term financial matters, to whom this role reports. The CFOO must be able to lead financial and operational discussions and initiatives with a deep commitment to and appreciation for Lick-Wilmerding High School’s mission and DEIB values. Ideally a graceful handoff between the outgoing CFOO and incoming CFOO would occur later this spring. Either way, LWHS needs its next CFOO to start no later than July 1, 2025.

12M & Ed Tech Recruiting is running the search on behalf of Lick-Wilmerding High School. Applications received by February 23 will receive priority review.  For application instructions and the full job opportunity statement, please download the opportunity statement and apply online.

Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School, located in Palo Alto, California, is a thriving TK-8 independent school dedicated to academic excellence, Jewish living, and community responsibility. With a current enrollment of approximately 315 students, Hausner provides a dynamic and inclusive learning environment that nurtures intellectual curiosity, creativity, and ethical growth. The school’s innovative curriculum integrates project-based learning, social-emotional learning (SEL), and Jewish values, ensuring students are well-prepared for the challenges of the modern world. Guided by its 2023-2028 Strategic Plan and the leadership of Rabbi Daniel Lehmann, Ph.D., Hausner is committed to promoting an environment of academic innovation, faculty collaboration, and joyful Jewish living.

The head of lower school will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experience for students in grades TK-4. This newly revised leadership position will oversee academic and social-emotional programming, support faculty development, and strengthen connections with students and families. The successful candidate will bring vision, structure, and collaboration to the role, building systems for onboarding, mentorship, and professional development.

With a focus on aligning curriculum and teaching practices with Hausner’s mission, the head of lower school will advance academic initiatives, SEL, and community engagement, contributing to the school’s vibrant and inclusive culture. This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader to guide Hausner’s Lower School into a bright future. The position begins on July 1, 2025, and reports directly to the Head of School.

12M & Ed Tech Recruiting is running the search on behalf of Hausner. Applications received by February 14, 2025 will receive priority review.  For application instructions and the full job opportunity statement, please download the opportunity statement and apply online.

Lick-Wilmerding High School is a private school with public purpose, serving 560 students in grades 9-12 in San Francisco. Since its founding in 1895 as a vocational school, Lick-Wilmerding High School has built upon a long tradition of valuing and integrating the liberal arts, sciences, technical arts, visual arts and performing arts to offer a robust college-prep curriculum. Today, the LWHS curriculum is both a catalyst and a vehicle for civic engagement, and the Public Purpose Program offers students the opportunity to contribute their time, talent, and treasure through partnerships with community organizations. Students demonstrate an unparalleled commitment to their communities, the motivation to deeply explore their interests, and a desire to positively impact the lives of others.

The ideal dean of technology is a visionary and collaborative leader, responsible for overseeing all aspects of Lick-Wilmerding High School’s technology strategy and operations. This is a new position for the school, as the school has not had a director of technology for approximately two years. The dean of technology will oversee three major aspects of the school’s technology program: instructional technology, data/systems, and information technology, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and priorities. The school has a relationship that currently runs through into the fall with Knowing Technologies, a third-party technology consulting firm that has been supporting a limited number of higher-level engineering projects and upgrades behind the scenes.

As a senior leader reporting to the head of school, the dean of technology will work closely with faculty, staff, and administrators to develop and implement a strategic vision for instructional technology that enhances the school's mission. Data/systems is an area of growing importance for the school and a priority for many department heads, who are committed to institutional research methods and want to make data-driven decisions across all areas of the school. On the IT side, the dean of technology will oversee a network administrator and part-time help desk technician.

The head of school is seeking someone who can help oversee and coordinate all efforts in these areas, ensuring a cohesive and forward-thinking approach. The dean of technology will prioritize relationship-building, maintain a visible presence within the community, and create an inclusive technology environment that advances the school's unwavering commitment to equity and student engagement. Lick-Wilmerding High School is excited to welcome its inaugural dean of technology on July 1, 2025, or earlier by mutual agreement.

12M & Ed Tech Recruiting is running the search on behalf of Lick-Wilmerding High School. Applications received by February 28 will receive priority review.  For application instructions and the full job opportunity statement, please download the opportunity statement and apply online.

Shanghai American School (SAS), a premier English-language day school in Shanghai, announces the hiring of Sonia Barghani as its elementary vice principal (PK-grade 2). Ms. Barghani has 16 years of educational experience, having worked in schools in Iran and China, and is dedicated to delivering outstanding educational experiences to diverse communities.

This position reports to the elementary school principal.

Trinity School, a nationally ranked institution with over 300 years of history in education and community service in New York City, announces the hiring of Frederic Skrzypek as its chief information officer. Mr. Skrzypek has over 10 years of experience leading innovative, mission-driven technology initiatives in independent schools.

This position reports to the head of school.

Oakwood School is a two-campus, K-12 coeducational day school in North Hollywood, California that opened its doors in 1951. Now with over 830 students in grades K-12, the school has remained faithful to its original mission ever since: to create a diverse educational environment where young people are partners with the adults; where preparing students for the future occurs by immersing them in the present; where joy and humor prevail alongside academic rigor; and where authentic relationships engage students with their teachers, one another, and the world around them.

With an operating budget of approximately $50M, Oakwood seeks a director of finance to oversee the finance department that includes three other dedicated professionals. The role requires hands-on management of the school’s day-to-day finance operations, as well as a strategic approach to long-term financial planning. As Oakwood enters a multiyear chapter of three separate capital campaigns that will trigger significant construction and development, the director of finance will also play a role in cash management, debt financing, and banking partnerships. The director of finance reports to the chief operations officer and interfaces with department heads across both campuses. Oakwood looks forward to welcoming the director of finance in spring 2025, to allow for a graceful hand-off with the outgoing director of finance, who will be retiring at the end of the ’24-’25 school year.

This search has completed.  An announcement will be posted later this spring.

Town School for Boys, an independent day school in the Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, announces the hiring of Eduardo Silva as its head of upper school (grades 5-8). Mr. Silva is an experienced educator and independent school leader passionate about academic excellence and student development.

This position reports to the elementary school principal.

Mary McDowell Friends School, a K-12 college preparatory program dedicated to the success of students with learning disabilities, announces the hiring of Stacy Michelle Valentine as its chief technology officer. Ms. Valentine has more than 18 years of experience in managing and administering technology infrastructure and operations.

This position reports to the head of school.

Live Oak School, an independent, K-8 school in San Francisco, CA, announces the hiring of Regina Hardatt as its next lower school division director. Ms. Hardatt is a passionate educator and leader committed to fostering inclusive, student-centered learning environments. She brings extensive experience in mentoring and supporting educators through innovative professional development programs.

This position reports to the associate head of school.

Live Oak School, an independent, K-8 school in San Francisco, CA, announces the hiring of Asha Weber as its next middle school division director. Ms. Weber is an accomplished educational leader dedicated to fostering school environments that prioritize academic excellence and equitable access for all students. She is recognized for building positive school cultures, supporting teacher growth, and employing data-driven strategies to enhance student outcomes.

This position reports to the associate head of school.

The Chapin School, an outstanding K-12 independent day school for girls in New York City,  announces the hiring of Terence Kennedy as its director of technology. Mr. Kennedy has more than a decade of experience implementing innovative technology solutions that align with organizational and educational goals.

This position reports to the CFOO.

The Quaker School at Horsham (TQS), a K-12 school championing learners with complex challenges, announces the hiring of Shaun Pall as its IT director. Mr. Pall brings 25 years of extensive IT experience, working with educational and non-profit organizations across New Jersey and Pennsylvania. He is committed to providing exceptional service and improving technological resources for the academic community.

This position reports to the CFO.

Aim High, a five-week summer enrichment program for 6th-9th grade students navigating systemic barriers in California, announces the hiring of Jessica Pullano as its vice president of development. Ms. Pullano is an accomplished non-profit professional with 21 years of experience spanning all areas of non-profit management. She has extensive expertise in fundraising, donor cultivation, event planning, team management, communications, operations, volunteer engagement, and program development.

This position reports to the CEO.

Live Oak School, an independent, K-8 school in San Francisco, CA, announces the hiring of AJ Viola as its next director of finance. Mr. Viola offers nearly a decade of extensive experience in senior leadership, having served as COO of a nonprofit and in combined COO/CFO roles within a for-profit company. His background includes overseeing finance, operations, and strategic initiatives, with a particular focus on real estate acquisition and development.

This position reports to the head of school.

Alta Vista School, a Junior Kindergarten through 8th grade progressive school based in San Francisco, announces the hiring of Shana Krallman as its next technology systems manager. Ms. Krallman has a strong commitment to using technology to improve teaching and learning experiences. In previous roles, including Systems and Testing Manager at San Domenico School and Lead Curriculum Developer at Cubit.cc, she has supported numerous educational technology initiatives and provided professional development to educators to help integrate technology into the classroom.

This position reports to the CFOO.

Shanghai American School (SAS), an English-language day school offering an American curriculum to nearly 3,000 expat students in prekindergarten through grade 12 on two campuses in Shanghai, announces the hiring of Rebecca Lan as its Chief Financial Officer. Ms. Lan brings a wealth of experience as an accomplished and driven finance leader, having managed strategic financial planning and budgeting, as well as finance process re-engineering, across various sectors including technology, FinTech, and industrial fields in the US, Singapore, and China.

This position reports to the head of school.

Island School, a PK-12 private college-preparatory school that offers a traditional and well-rounded educational experience for families on the island of Kaua‘i, announces the hiring of Danette Nelson as their next Chief Financial Officer. Ms. Nelson brings over 20 years of experience in guiding corporations through scaling up, navigating complex restructuring, and overseeing mergers and acquisitions.

This position reports to the head of school.

Lick-Wilmerding High School, a private school with public purpose, serving 550 students in grades 9-12 in San Francisco, announces the hiring of Elizabeth Pulido as their Human Resources Manager. Ms. Pulido is a dynamic and service-oriented human resources professional focused on meeting organizational issues head-on with a creative and innovative approach.

This position reports to the chief financial and operations officer.

Shanghai American School (SAS), an English-language day school offering an American curriculum to nearly 3,000 expat students in prekindergarten through grade 12 on two campuses in Shanghai, announces the hiring of Renate Hegre as its Director of Human Resources. Ms. Hegre has a robust background in human resources management in both education and the private sector, and she has a passion for creating an open, inclusive and positive working environment.

This position reports to the head of school.

Oregon Episcopal School (OES), which since 1869 has been educating students from around the world with a commitment to inclusion, purpose, service, and social justice, announces the hiring of CJ Remmo as its inaugural Director of Campus Operations. Mr. Remmo has a proven track record in overseeing multifaceted operations and a commitment to fostering safety, security, and community partnerships.

This new position reports to the head of school.

The Allen-Stevenson School, a New York City independent school that has been educating boys in Grades K-8 for over 140 years, announces the hiring of Jonathan Hom as its ​​Director of IT and Information Systems. Mr. Hom is a distinguished director of technology with over a decade of experience leading technology initiatives and services in schools. He has developed ideas for how best to utilize and implement technology in the classroom as well as leverage it for the day-to-day operations of the school.

This position reports to the CFOO.

St. Mary’s School, an independent, International Baccalaureate day school that serves over 700 Pre-K through Grade 8 students, announces the hiring of Trent Jones as its inaugural director of the design center. Mr. Jones is a distinguished educator and innovator who graduated from the USC Iovine and Young Academy in 2019. He served as a lecturer and the Academy’s first maker-in-residence.

This position reports to the director of technology and innovation.

Marlborough School, an independent girls college-preparatory school for grades 7 through 12 located in the beautiful Hancock Park district of Los Angeles, California, announces the hiring of Matthew Norko as its Director of Technology. Mr. Norko brings over 20 years of technology experience in independent schools, spanning from a small, all-girls boarding school to a large PK-12 day school, where his roles have enabled him to address operational needs within technology departments, establish policies and protocols, and strategically plan for future expansion.

This position reports to the associate head for finance and administration.

Episcopal High School, a 130-acre college prep boarding school 7 miles from Washington, D.C., announces the hiring of John Caballero as its next director of technology. Mr. Caballero has dedicated over 25 years to his career in education, serving as a teacher, administrator, and technology leader in independent schools, most recently at Heathwood Hall Episcopal School in Columbia, SC.

This position reports to the chief financial officer.

The Windward School, a three-campus school in the New York City / White Plains Regions serving student with language-based learning disabilities in grades one through nine, announces the hiring of Bernie McCormick as its inaugural chief technology officer.  Mr. McCormick has served as a technology leader in multiple industries and nonprofit organizations for the last 25+ years.

This position reports to the head of school.

Escuela Bilingüe Internacional (EBI), a PK to grade 8, Spanish-English bilingual, International Baccalaureate (IB) independent school with two campuses in the San Francisco Bay Area, announces the hiring of Zachary Rubin as EBI's campus director.  A bilingual educator himself, Mr. Rubin has taught overseas and in the United States at a variety of grade levels.  He has experience as both an IB coordinator and assistant principal in both private and charter schools.

This position reports to the head of school.

Stevenson School, a PK-12 co-educational, college preparatory, boarding and day school with 771 students on two campuses in the beautiful central coast of California, announces the hiring of Kelly Dalton as its Director of Marketing and Strategic Communications. With more than 20 years of experience, Ms. Dalton is a seasoned communications & marketing professional--skilled at developing creative strategies to boost brand recognition, involve stakeholders, and handle public and community relations in both hospitality and government fields.

This position reports to the president.

TVT Community Day School (TVT), one of Orange County’s oldest independent, college preparatory, co-educational day schools, with 830 students in grades TK through 12, announces the hiring of LeAnn Burton as the school's inaugural director of marketing and communications.  This is a new role, charged with strategic leadership in support of the school's externally facing initiatives and campaigns within Orange County and beyond.  Ms. Burton has dedicated over 15 years in marketing and communications, strengthening brand recognition and consistent messaging in the healthcare and medical device industries.

This position reports to the head of school.

Lick-Wilmerding High School, an independent high school in San Francisco, announces the hiring of Monica Alatorre as its director of strategic communications.  Since its founding in 1895 as a vocational school, Lick-Wilmerding has built upon a long tradition of valuing and integrating the liberal arts, sciences, technical arts, visual arts and performing arts to offer a robust college-prep curriculum. Today, the LWHS curriculum is both a catalyst and a vehicle for civic engagement, and the Public Purpose Program offers students the opportunity to contribute their time, talent, and treasure through partnerships with community organizations.  Ms. Alatorre is an experienced, mission-driven communications professional, having served foundations, nonprofits, and educational institutions.  She most recently worked at Envision Education for 10 years in a variety of communications and development roles.

This position reports to the head of school.

Westmark School, an independent grades 2-12 school in Encino, Los Angeles that serves students with language-based learning differences, announces the hiring of Sorin Puchiu as its director of IT and information systems.  Mr. Puchiu worked for over six years as an IT director and later IT and operations director at a nearby school in Los Angeles, and has a successful trackrecord of improving and supporting technology programs.

This position reports to the chief academic officer.

Berkeley Hall School, an independent K-8 school in the Santa Monica Hills, announces the hiring of Sara Aljuboori as its inaugural IT manager.  Ms. Aljuboori worked for World Wide Technology, Inc. for nearly ten years in a variety of roles providing service and support to a large, enterprise organization.  She is an accomplished product manager bringing 11 years of progressive technical and management experience working in cross-functional environments in cloud computing.

This position reports to the director of campus operations.

Chinese American International School, an independent two-year-old through grade 8 independent school in San Francisco, announces the hiring of Berkley Summerlin as its next director of advancement.  Founded in 1981 as the first Mandarin immersion school in the United States, CAIS has been recognized globally as a leader in bilingual education and an innovator for its commitment to immersive, cultural education through the study of language.  Ms. Summerlin is a highly experienced, relational, and talented development professional who has worked in the field since graduating from college.  She has served K-12 schools, colleges, associations, and community service organizations.  She is a former D1, all-American, college lacrosse athlete.

This position reports to the head of school.

Francis Parker School, a K-12 school in San Diego founded over 100 years ago, announces the hiring of Allison Kaufman as its next head of marketing and communications.  Ms. Kaufman over 15 years of experience in independent school marketing and communications.  She is a former D1 athlete with expertise in data-driven marketing strategy, project
management design, brand management, and website development.  The head of marketing and communications oversees a team of six people: creative director, assistant director, graphic designer, storyteller, and two specialists.

This position reports to the assistant head of school for external relations.

Francis Parker School, a K-12 school in San Diego founded over 100 years ago, announces the appointment of Mike Rinehart as its interim assistant head of school for finance.  Mr. Rinehart has a background in corporate and nonprofit finance and operational administration.  The assistant head serves as the schoo's chief financial officer and oversees the business office, which includes a director of finance and controller.  The CFO has many touchpoints with the board of trustees and is heavily involved in supporting Parker's continued campus redevelopment and masterplan projects.

This position reports to the head of school.

The San Francisco School, a progressive, PS to grade 8 school in San Francisco, announces the hiring of Farnaz Devitt as its next director of finance and operations.  This position oversees the business office, facilities, health and safety, human resources, the kitchen, and other operational areas.  The DFO is also a key liaison to multiple board committees.  Ms. Devitt was most recently the business manager at the Drew School in San Francisco.  She was born in Iran and has over 20 years of nonprofit finance experience.

This position reports to the head of school.

Hillbrook School, a JK-12 independent school in Los Gatos and San Jose, CA, announces the hiring of Josie Porcella as its inaugural director of student support.  Ms. Porcella comes to Hillbrook having worked most recently at Harker School in San Jose, where she was a learning specialist.  She has also served in that role at Bayhill High School in Oakland and Compass High School in San Mateo. A Bay Area native, Ms. Porcella is a member of the Association of Educational Therapists.  The director of student support is a new role that consolidates leadership of two departments--learning specialists and counselors--at a time when the school is adding a high school and a second campus.

This position reports to the associate head of school.

The Girls' Middle School, a grades 6-8 independent school in Palo Alto, announces the hiring of Liz Landa as its director of advancement.  GMS has an ambitious, full-ride scholarship program that supports over 15% of its student body, in addition to traditional development and fundraising goals each year.  Ms. Landa comes to GMS with many years of experience as a fundraising professional in educational and community organizations throughout California.

This position reports to the head of school.

Westmark School, a grades 2-12 independent school in Encino, announces the hiring of Jennifer Stroud as its associate head of school.  Westmark School is a creative and supportive college preparatory school that is dedicated to educating, empowering, and celebrating students with distinct learning styles in areas such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia.  Ms. Stroud comes to Westmark with over 15 years experience working with neurodiverse students.  She has been a learning specialist, program leader, curriculum manager, and academics administrator.

This position reports to the head of school.

Berkeley Hall School, an independent K-8 school in the Santa Monica Hills, announces the hiring of Courtney Grady as its inaugural director of campus operations.  Ms. Grady is an experienced school leader who has overseen programs, projects, and operations in both public and charter school environments.  She has a Bachelor of Science Administration in Interpersonal and Public Communication and a Master of Science Administration in Public Administration, both from Central Michigan University.

This position reports to the head of school.

Drew School, an independent high school in San Francisco, announces the hiring of Lyn Werbach as its next CFOO.  Ms. Werbach is an experienced COO/CFO with 20+ years scaling companies and other organizations in the Bay Area.  Ms. Werbach is a board member of the JCC of San Francisco and a Wexner Heritage Fellow. She holds a B.A. in Economics and Spanish from the University of North Carolina - Greensboro, and a M.A. in International Finance and Economics from Brandeis University.

This position reports to the head of school.

Mission Dolores School, a K-8 school outside of Seattle, announces the hiring of Natalie Garcia Lara as its principal.  The principal is the cornerstone of the school’s leadership team, and is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations while upholding the school’s mission-driven financial and educational models.  As an educational leader, Ms. Lara has created communities and partnerships with teachers, parents, and students.  She was previously a director of academics at a school in the East Bay.

This position reports to the head of school.

Open Window School, a gifted K-8 school outside of Seattle, announces the hiring of Elizabeth Welden-Smith as its inaugural director of advancement and strategy.  This position was created to help the school launch a major capital campaign with three primary goals: Access, Excellence, and Opportunity Capital.  Ms. Welden-Smith is a mission-driven‌ ‌leader‌ who has brought philanthropic and nonprofit management expertise to numerous social impact organizations.

This position reports to the head of school.

The San Francisco School, a progressive, PS to grade 8 school in San Francisco, announces the hiring of Raquel Vizcaíno as its next head of middle school.  This position oversees grades 6, 7, and 8.   Ms. Vizcaíno studied and worked in Spain before moving to the Bay Area in 2014. She has been a Spanish teacher, upper school head, high school counselor, and educational technology liaison/support before her most recent role as 2nd-8th Grade Principal at Escuela Bilingüe Internacional.

This position reports to the head of school.

University High School, an independent grades 9-12 school in San Francisco with five campuses in the prestigious Pacific Heights neighborhood, announces the hiring of Howard Levin as its next director of technology.  Mr. Levin has worked at multiple schools in San Francisco and is nationally recognized and acclaimed for his educational technology innovation and leadership.

This position reports to the head of school.

Francis Parker School, a K-12 school in San Diego founded over 100 years ago, announces the hiring of Mike Rinehart as its inaugural head of operations.  Mr. Rinehart has a background in corporate and nonprofit finance and operational administration.  The head of operations oversees several critical functional units at Parker, including transportation, health and safety, facilities, and construction management.

This position reports to the head of school.

Catlin Gabel School, one of the top-rated K-12 schools in Oregon, announces the hiring of Sharon Keiser as its next CFOO.  For the last 10+ years, Ms. Kaiser has served in operational and financial leadership roles at nonprofits throughout the US.  Ms. Kaiser is a Certified Project Management Professional and has a Master's Degree in Professional Accounting from the Metropolitan State University of Denver.

This position reports to the head of school.

Baldwin County Public Schools, a public school district in Southern Alabama with over 31,000 students and 4,000 employees, announces the hiring of David Besancon as its next chief technology officer.  Dr. Besancon has been and IT and technology director in numerous for-profit and educational environments, most recently at Jackson County School District in Mississippi.

This position reports to the superintendent.

Menlo College, a small, private, four-year college in Silicon Valley, announces the hiring of Ahmed Abou-Ismail as its next chief financial officer.  Mr. Abou-Ismail worked most recently for Plug In America, a non-profit, supporter-driven advocacy group that helps consumers, policy-makers, auto manufacturers and others to understand the powerful benefits of driving electric.  Prior to that, Mr. Abou-Imsail worked in various for-profit institutions in senior-level finance management positions.

This position reports to the college president.

The National Association of Independent Schools, an association of nearly 2,000 schools across the US and beyond, announces the hiring of Morva McDonald as its inaugural vice president, leadership and governance.  Ms. McDonald comes to NAIS from Giddens School in Seattle, where she had served as head of school since 2015.  Prior to that, she was an associate professor of curriculum and instruction at the College of Education at the University of Washington in Seattle.

This position reports to the chief operating officer.

Mayfield Junior School, a Catholic, K-8 school in Pasadena, CA, announces the hiring of Linda Rabitoy as its next director of finance.  For ten years prior, Ms. Rabitoy worked at Claremont Lincoln University, most recently as the CFO, where she managed the finance division and built the entire financial system for a new university.  From 2000 until 2012 she worked at Methodist Hospital of Southern California, serving first as chief accountant and later as assistant controller.

This position reports to the head of school.

Live Oak School, an independent, K-8 school in San Francisco, CA, announces the hiring of Francisca Guzman as its next director of advancement.  Ms Guzman worked most recently at Live Oak, where as director of communication she increased community engagement, implemented processes to ensure brand consistency, executed crisis communication plans during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Francisca is passionate about the power of stories to transform organizations and promote social justice.

This position reports to the head of school.

The Evergreen School, an independent, preschool to grade 8 school in Shoreline, WA, announces the hiring of Dan Wagner as its next chief financial officer.  Mr. Wagner brings over a decade of experience in finance and operations in a variety of organizational settings.  Most recently Mr. Wagner was the director of finance and operations at Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart, where he oversaw strategy and operations for finance, accounting, investments, endowment management, human resources, risk management, legal, facilities, dining services and transportation.

This position reports to the head of school.

Mission Dolores Academy (MDA), an independent, K-8. Catholic school in San Francisco, CA, announces the hiring of Lars Lund as its next head of school.  Mr Lund brings decades of school leadership experience, including 36 years at Junipero Serra High School.  Mission Dolores Academy resulted from the merging of two San Francisco Catholic schools: the Megan Furth Catholic Academy (MFCA) and Mission Dolores School (MDS). The school's history stretches back to 1852, making it the longest-standing Catholic school in San Francisco.  Almost all students at MDA are students of color.

This position reports to the board of directors.

The Bay School of San Francisco, an independent high school in The Presidio National Park, announces the hiring of Benjamin Bingham as its next IT manager.  Over the years as a director of technology in K-12 schools, Mr. Bingham has created and designed a variety of multimodal professional development opportunities for teachers and staff to usher in a progressive approach integrating technology with project based, hands on learning.  The role oversees a team of two technology professionals at Bay: a help desk specialist and a data systems administrator.

The San Francisco School, a PS - grade 8 independent school in San Francisco, CA announces the hiring of Theo Dumothier to serve as its inaugural dean of library services and learning commons. Mr. Dumothier has a wide background in information literacy, information services, and technology.  Mr. Dumothier most recently worked at Simmons University in Boston, where he conducted archival research analyzing provenance narratives for Arabic-script manuscripts held in Western collections, with the goal of assessing the extent of colonial confiscation of manuscripts.

The dean of library services and learning commons reports to the assistant head of school.

Keys School, an independent, preschool to grade 8 school in Palo Alto, CA, announces the hiring of Jing Xu as its next director of admission and enrollment.  Ms. Xu comes to Keys from Yew Chung International School Silicon Valley, where she was the head of marketing and strategic engagement.  For nine years Ms. Xu worked at UCLA in a variety of research, marketing, and communication roles.

This position reports to the head of school.

Live Oak School, an independent, K-8 school in San Francisco, CA, announces the hiring of Tanya Susoev as its middle school head.  Ms Susoev worked most recently at Bishop O'Dowd High School in Oakland, where she ensured the mission alignment and overall health of academic programs, supervised faculty and staff, and institutionalized equitable, anti-racist, and anti-bias practices across academic and co-curricular programs.

This position reports to the head of school.

The Bush School, the only independent, K-12 school in Seattle, announces the hiring of Rather Stanton as its next chief financial and operating officer.  Mr. Stanton joins the Bush community from Chicago, Illinois, where he co-founded and servers as the COO of Legal Preparatory Charter Academy, a free, open-enrollment public high school that uses a law themed curriculum and culture of high expectations to cultivate compassion, self-motivation, and reflection in young adults.

This position reports to the head of school.

The Willows Community School, an independent, DK to grade 8 school in Culver City, CA, announces the hiring of Geoffrey Agnor as its assistant head of school for academics.  Mr. Agnor has worked for 25 years in schools and served in academic leadership roles in Los Angeles and New York, most recently as the middle school director at Sinai Akiba Academy in Los Angeles.  Geoff began his teaching career at Crossroads School for Arts and Sciences in Santa Monica, where he worked as a teacher, dean and coach from 1997-2007.

This position reports to the head of school.

Sun Valley Community School, an independent boarding and day school serving pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade, announces the hiring of Claudia Mihm as its next director of educational technology and innovation.  Ms. Mihm has worked as an educator, researcher, and consultant in a variety of educational, consulting, and nonprofit environments.

This position reports to the head of school.

YouthTruth, a national survey project based in San Francisco that was launched by The Center for Effective Philanthropy, announces the hiring of Mauricio Teles as its inaugural manager of data systems and analytics.  Mr. Teles has over two decades of experience working in business and technical analytics, development, and operations management.

This position reports to the executive director of YouthTruth.

Madison Country Day School (MCDS), an independent day school serving pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade, announces the hiring of Nathan Ruhter as its next educational technology and instructional innovation coordinator.  Mr. Ruhter has over a decade of experience working in international schools as an instructional technology and ICT coordinator.

This position reports to the head of middle school.

St. Margaret's Episcopal School, a PS-12, independent day school located on 25 acres in San Juan Capistrano, CA, announces the hiring of Nikki Imai as its director of enterprise technology.  Ms. Imai has an extensive background in IT, information services, and library services management.  For the last 16 years, she has worked in several leadership roles at Sage Hill School in Newport Beach, CA.  The director of enterprise technology will work in close concert with a counterpart on the educational technology side.

Phillips Brooks School, an independent, preschool to grade 5 school in Menlo Park, CA, announces the hiring of Sara Poplack as its assistant head of school for academics.  Ms. Poplack is an experienced and committed elementary school educator, who demonstrated not only alignment to the mission and learning culture of PBS, but also her capacity to lead and execute the key responsibilities for this role.  Ms. Poplack is excited about her new role. She has called PBS a special place and was impressed with the faculty’s depth of reflection on their craft, warmth, and dedication to students.

This position reports to the head of school.

AIM Academy, an independent day school in Conshohocken that serves students with language-based learning differences, announces the hiring of Annette Fallon as its next head of school.  Fallon spent 10 years at the Baltimore Lab School, a division of The Lab School of Washington, the original inspiration and design of AIM Academy. Fallon served as a teacher and ultimately went on to a leadership role as the Director of Admissions for eight years.  "We believe that Annette's experience at Baltimore Lab School, watching children learn when actively engaged and fully immersed in their learning experience and seeing the academic success of students when well-trained teachers delivered evidence-based curriculum and strategies to their students, uniquely prepared her to work with our team and lead AIM Academy into the next chapter of our future vision of AIM," said AIM Associate Director Nancy Blair.

The San Francisco School, a preschool to grade 8, independent day school located in San Francisco, CA, announces the hiring of Diane Cho as its technology services coordinator.  Ms. Ko has many years of experience working as an educator, educational advisor, and technoogist in various settings, including a discovery museum and a K-5 inner-city school.

This position reports to the director of design, engineering, and technology.

Drew School, an independent, high school in San Francisco, CA, announces the hiring of Chrisopher "Dax" Kajiwara to oversee its IT/IS program.  Mr. Kajiwara has a track record of success as an IT administrator in public school districts in the East Bay.

This position reports to the CFO/COO.

The Athenian School, a grades 6-12, independent day and boarding school located in Danville, CA, announces the hiring of Cassie Kise as its next director of the Carter Innovation Studio.  Ms. Kise has nearly a decade of experience working in shop and design studios, within urban settings, independent schools, and universities.

This position reports to the assistant head of school / middle school director.

Woodland School, an independent day school situated on 10.5 acres in the beautiful and serene community of Portola Valley, announces the hiring of Daniel Cristiani as its next director of teaching, learning, and professional growth, to start July 1, 2021.  Mr. Cristiani comes to Woodland as a senior research analyst at Stanford’s Center for Research on Education Outcomes (CREDO), a part of the Hoover Institution.  Prior to CREDO, Mr. Cristiani worked at two highly respected Bay Area Independent Schools: Nueva School and Pinewood.  At Woodland, Mr. Cristiani will be leading teacher support, mentorship, and development, as well as instructional design and curricular innovation initiatives.

This position reports to the head of school.

The Athenian School, a grades 6-12, independent day and boarding school located in Danville, CA, announces the hiring of Robert Bardenhagen as its next director of educational technology.  Mr. Bardenhagen has an extensive public- and independent-school background in technology, having worked as a director at both Marin Country Day School and more recently the Orinda Union School District.

This position reports to the chief operating officer.

The Park School, a PK-12, independent day school located on 100 acres in Baltimore, announces the hiring of Andy Scott as its next director of IT and information systems.  Mr. Scott has over a decade of experience working in the fields of data, systems, and web applications.  For the last nine years, he has served Park School as its communications manager.

This position reports to the associate head of school for finance and operations.

The Park School, a PK-12, independent day school located on 100 acres in Baltimore, announces the hiring of Christopher Case as its inaugural director of library services and instructional technology.  Mr. Case is an Information professional with 15 years of experience in an academic research library, with four years spent as the manager of the Technical Services Department, one of the largest and most diverse areas in the Sheridan Libraries.

This new position reports to the associate head of school for academics.

Oakwood School, a K-12 coeducational day school in North Hollywood, California that opened its doors in 1951, announces the hiring of Stacie Muñoz as its inaugural director of educational innovation and technology services.  Since 2016, Ms. Muñoz has worked at Urban School in San Francisco, a progressive high school known for its forward-thinking technology program.  Ms. Muñoz will oversee all aspects the technology department, from IT and support to instructional technology and design.

This position reports to the head of school.

The Awty School in Houston, the largest international day school in the United States, announces the hiring of Christopher Wozniak as its next director of IT and information services.  Since 2016, Mr. Wozniak served as the associate director of technology for Cristo Rey Jesuit, a Catholic college preparatory high school in Houston.  Mr. Wozniak also has industry experience in IT support and software development.  Mr. Wozniak graduated magna cum laude from the University of Houston with a degree in business administration in management information systems.

The Athenian School, based in Danville, CA announces the hiring of Whitney Hofacker as its inaugural dean of experiential education, to begin on July 1, 2021. Ms. Hofacker brings a diverse and rich background in experiential education, from work as a wilderness experience associate director, to co-director of community service, to program director for youth leadership.  Ms. Hofacker has a Masters of Nonprofit Administration from USF, and BA in Political Science from Miami University.

This position reports to the assistant head of school.

Francis Parker School, a JK-12, multicampus, independent day school in San Diego, announces the hiring of Frederic Skrzypek as its next director of instructional technology and information systems.  For the last six years, Frederic has served as director of technology at Laguna Blanca School in Santa Barbara.  At Parker, their mission is to create and inspire a diverse community of independent thinkers whose academic excellence, global perspective and strength of character prepare them to make a meaningful difference in the world.

This position reports to the assistant head of school for JK-12 strategic initiatives

Mary Institute and Country Day School, one of the preeminent K-12 schools in the United States, announces the hiring of Stewart Crais as its inaugural chief information officer.  Since 1998, Mr. Crais has worked at Lausanne Collegiate School, where he was the director of technology before becoming the director of operations.  After the merger of two elite schools, MICDS stands as one of the premier independent day schools in the country. The school boasts outstanding facilities, offers a multitude of programs, clubs, and sports teams, and just completed a $100M capital campaign.

This position reports to the head of school.

Knowing Technologies, a California-based consulting firm supporting schools with their complex technology programs, announces the hiring of Michael Smith as its instructional strategy consultant.  Mr. Smith most recently served as strategy officer for Modern Teacher, where he built and mantained close multiyear relationships to schools and districts, as well as designed and managed the execution of multiyear strategic plans focused on scaling personalized learning solutions in classrooms.  Mr. Smith holds a B.A. in History with a minor in Secondary Education, as well as a Masters of Public Policy from UC Berkeley.

This position reports to the director of client strategy.

The Bay Area Teacher Training Institute (BATTI), based in Oakland, CA announces the hiring of Ashlee Gutierrez as its next executive director, to take over leadership of BATTI on July 1, 2021. Ms. Gutierrez will assume responsibility following the retirement of Bob Houghteling, who is retiring after nearly twenty years of service as BATTI's founding head.

The executive director reports to the board of directors.

Ransom Everglades School, a grades 5 - 12 independent school in Miami, FL, announces the hiring of Linda Lawrence as its next chief technology officer.  Ms. Lawrence most recently served as director of technology and chair of the applied technology department at Metairie Park Country Day School in Metairie, Louisiana.  Ms. Lawrence has an extensive background in enterprise system architecture and design, both in education and private industry.  Ms. Lawrence holds both a B.S. and an M.S. in Computer Science.

This position reports to the head of school.

The Alexander Dawson School, an early childhood - grade 8 independent school in Las Vegas, NV announces the hiring of Marc Leonor as its inaugural director of co-curricular programs, to oversee the athletics, summer camp, and after school programs. Throughout his career, Mr. Leonor has been in many co-curricular leadership roles for educational and youth organizations.  He has served as site director for the Point Reyes National Seashore Association, baseball league director for the Los Angeles City Parks and Recreation Department, and sports director (and later day camp director) for Camp Sharwood in Los Angeles.  In addition, he founded a summer camp program in the Philippines, which grew from 40 students to over 500 in its most recent year.

This position reports to the director of teaching and learning.

The Alexander Dawson School, an early childhood - grade 8 independent school in Las Vegas, NV announces the hiring of Michelle Eckmann as its next chief financial officer. Ms. Eckmann has a long and distinguished career as a financial leader in both the for-profit and nonprofit industries.  For fifteen years she worked at Bank of America in their CFO group, overseeing core finance functions for different business units.  From 2016 to 2020 she was CFO for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada.  Ms. Eckmann has been active in Nevada as a philanthropic leader, which includes her long service within the Junior League since 2007.

This position reports to the head of school.

The Alexander Dawson School, an early childhood - grade 8 independent school in Las Vegas, NV announces the hiring of Brandon Wiley as its next director of teaching and learning.  Mr. Wiley most recently served as the chief program officer of the Buck Institute for Education, a nonprofit consulting firm that helps schools and districts design and sustain quality project based learning initiatives.  Mr. Wiley has also worked for GlobalEdLeader and previously Asia Society, where he was the executive director of the International Studies School Network.  Mr. Wiley has an EdD from the University of Pennsylvania in educational and organizational leadership

This position reports to the head of school.

King School, a preK - grade 12 independent school in Stamford, CT, announces the hiring of Craig Tunks as its next director of technology integration and innovation.  Dr. Tunks has served as a senior leader in technology at several school districts in Connecticut, most recently as the director of digital learning and technology at Weston Public Schools from 2015-2020.  Dr. Tunks has higher degrees in several applied technology areas, including a D.P.S. in Computer Science.

This position reports to the head of school.

Live Oak School, a K-8 independent school in San Francisco, CA, announces the hiring of Victoria Ladew to oversee its lower school, which spans kindergarten through grade 4. For the previous nine years, Ms. Ladew worked at Escuela Bilingüe Internacional in the East Bay, serving as lead teacher, head of lower school, and later as director of teaching and learning.

The lower school head reports to the head of school.

Live Oak School, a K-8 independent school in San Francisco, CA, announces the hiring of Lianna Kali as its inaugural director of instructional innovation.  For twelve years prior, Ms. Kali worked at The Exploratorium in several leadership roles, including project director of the Tinkering Studio, and content developer and educator for STEAM programs.

This position reports to the head of school.

The Seven Hills School, a preschool to grade 8 independent school in Walnut Creek, CA, announces the hiring of Muhammad Ramadan as its next director of educational technology.  Mr. Ramadan most recently served as assistant director of technology at Thaden School in Bentonville, AR, where he had worked since 2017.  He recently completed the Early Career and Aspiring Technology Directors program offered by ATLIS, the Association for Technology Leaders in Independent Schools.

This position reports to the head of school.

The San Francisco School, a PS - grade 8 independent school in San Francisco, CA announces the hiring of Kathryn McElvaney to oversee its lower school, which spans the preschool through grade 4. Ms. McElvaney has a long history of progressive education--both as a teacher and administrator.  She was most recently the founding director of High Meadows Center for Progressive Learning at High Meadows School in Roswell, GA, where she worked since 2005.

The head of lower school reports to the head of school.

Lakeside School, a grades 5-12 independent school in Seattle, WA, announces the hiring of Jamie Britto as its next director of technology.  Mr. Britto most recently served as the chief information officer of Collegiate School in Richmond, Virginia, where he worked since 2006.  He has been involved in numerous associations as a strategic expert on technology issues in school, from cybersecurity to innovation.

This position reports to the assistant head of school for finance and operations.

Westminster, a Christian pre-first through grade 12 school with over 1,870 students, nearly 300 faculty, and 180+ acres, announces the hiring of Torrey Williams as its next chief information officer.  Mr. Williams has extensive industry and nonprofit experience as a technology director and leader, and will take over a mission-critical department at one of the largest K-12 schools in the country.

This position reports to the head of school.

The Athenian School, a 6-12, day and boarding school in Danville, CA announces the hiring of Vivian Liao to oversee the Carter Innovation Studio, a 5,200 square foot space that features a shop area, an industrial arts area, and a computer/CADD/3D printer space.  Ms. Liao has a background in engineering--as a student, teacher, advisor, and industry professional. For several years she was a site director for Partnership for Success!, a summer program based in Southern California.

This new position reports to the director of teaching and learning.

The San Francisco School, an independent, coeducational, progressive, K-8 day school in San Francisco, announces the hiring of Carly Reiter as the inaugural director of design, engineering, and technology.  This is a new position that will lead the implementation of a STEAM strategic plan at SFS, a PS/K-8 school known for its progressive education, immersion in music and art, cultural diversity, and challenging academic program.

This position reports to the head of school.

The Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools, a non-profit association serving independent school technology offices, announces the hiring of Christina Lewellen as the next executive director.  Ms. Lewellen most recently served as the vice president for business development and operations of a DC-based association, where she helped to grow membership, revenue, and services.  Ms. Lewellen is a CAE from ASAE, and also holds an MBA from the Rochester Institute of Technology.

This position reports to the board of directors.

The Thacher School, an independent, coeducational, college preparatory boarding and day school located in Ojai, California, announces the hiring of Tracy Miller as the next director of studies.  The director of studies oversees the entire curricular program — strategically and operationally — and leads school-wide efforts to advance the teaching and learning program, ensure student success, and develop robust PD for faculty.

This position reports to the head of school.

The Grauer Institute for Excellence and Innovation is thrilled to announce the hiring of Gwyneth Connell as its second director to lead this five-year-old institute at Pomfret School in Connecticut.  Founded in 2014, the Grauer Institute coordinates the ongoing strategic innovation and evolution of the teaching and learning program.  Ms. Connell brings a passion for discovery and a professional background in improvisation as leads what is a major strategic pillar at this revered institution.

The California Association of Independent Schools, a non-profit association in Burbank, CA, announces the hiring of Michael Dy to oversee its technology systems, including the continued development of a custom accreditation portal.  For seventeen years, Mr. Dy worked as the IT manager for an internet retail firm based in Los Angeles.

This position reports to the executive director.

The Athenian School, a 6-12, day and boarding school in Danville, CA announces the hiring of Louis Tullo to oversee its technology program: IT, systems, and integration.  Mr. Tullo worked for several years at The King's College in New York, successfully supporting faculty and major systems transitions.  He has also served as IT Engineer and IT Director in the corporate sector.

This new position reports to the director of teaching and learning.

Saint Andrew's Episcopal School, a K-8, episcopal day school in Saratoga, CA, announces the hiring of Brett Shapiro to oversee its entire technology program: integration, tech curriculum, IT, and systems.  Mr. Shapiro has extensive experience in film, animation, and design, and has worked for the last several years as the innovation and technology coordinator at a K-8 school in the Bay Area.

Town School for Boys, a K-8 all-boys day school in San Francisco, CA, announces the hiring of Aaron Brill to oversee its technology integration program for faculty and engineering thinking curriculum for students.  Mr. Brill brings over a decade of experience working in K-8 schools, including many years as an extremely talented technology integrator and technology teacher.

This position reports to the director of teaching, learning, and innovation.

San Diego Jewish Academy, a K-12 pluralistic Jewish day school in San Diego, CA, announces the hiring of Kwaku Aning to lead the new Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurial Thinking.  Mr. Aning brings years of experience as an innovation, technology, and entrepreneurial leader.

This new position reports to the head of school.

The Buckley School, a K-9, all-boys school in New York, NY announces the hiring of Julie King to oversee its technology program.  Ms. King has extensive leadership experience, having managed technology and library programs at multiple independent schools in Tennessee.

This new position reports to the headmaster.

Keystone Academy, a K-12 boarding and day school in Beijing, China, announces the hiring of Sandra Chow to oversee the educational technology program.  Sandra is an internationally acclaimed educational technology trainer and educator.

This new position reports to the dean of curriculum.

Phillips Brooks School, a K-5 school in Menlo Park, CA, announces the hiring of Lane Young to oversee all areas of IT and instructional technology.  Mr. Young has significant experience in library and educational technology administration at multiple Midwest independent schools.

This new position reports to the director of teaching and learning.

Viewpoint School, a K-12 school in Calabasas, CA, announces the hiring of Anneke Emerson to oversee all areas of technology and innovation.  Ms. Emerson has an extensive background in all-school leadership and technology administration in independent schools.

This new position reports to the head of school.

The Alexander Dawson School, a K-8 school in Las Vegas, NV, announces the hiring of Hubert Ham to oversee all areas of IT and instructional technology.  Mr. Ham has an extensive background in technology leadership at several public school districts in Texas.

This new position reports to the assistant head of school for education.

River Oaks Baptist School, a K-8 school in Houston, TX, announces the hiring of Brian Mahabee to oversee all areas of IT and instructional technology.  Mr. Mahabee has a background in technology administration at independent schools on the east coast.

This new position reports to the associate head of school for academics.

The Thacher School, a boarding high school in Ojai, CA, announces the hiring of Renee Hawkins to oversee its library and instructional technology programs.  Ms. Hawkins has a background in both library administration and technology integration at independent schools on the east coast.

This new position reports to the assistant head of school.

Miami Country Day School, a K-12 school in Miami, FL., announces the hiring of Lindsay George to oversee all areas of technology--IT, data / systems, and instructional.  Ms. George has an impressive background in technology administration at the higher education level.

This new position reports to the head of school.

Carondelet High School, an all-girls high school in Concord, CA, announces the hiring of Elizabeth Chaponot to oversee all areas of IT and educational technology.  Ms. Chaponot has an extensive background in all-school leadership.

This new position reports to the principal.