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We are excited to announce a new search for The Helix School in San Rafael, CA! Reporting to the Board of Directors, Helix is seeking an Interim Executive Director to start in August 2026.

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Congratulations to Dr. Cassandra Gonzales on being named Director of Advancement and Enrollment at Children's Community School in Van Nuys, CA! A strategic and mission-driven leader, Cassandra brings more than 15 years of experience at the intersection of enrollment, communications, and community engagement. She is known for her ability to design thoughtful systems that support both institutional sustainability and authentic connection with families, while advancing equity and belonging across the school community. We are grateful to Head of School Azizi Williams for her care and leadership throughout this process.

NEW LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY

Edmund Burke School, a progressive independent school serving students in grades 6-12 in Washington, DC, seeks an enthusiastic, collaborative, and empathetic educator to serve as its next High School Dean of Students. The High School Dean of Students works to promote the general well-being and social, academic, and moral progress of students in the high school. The High School Dean of Students is highly visible and accessible to students and faculty in the high school. The High School Dean of Students supervises the advisory system in the high school and promotes a mission-centered student culture. The High School Dean of Students develops policies which guide and respond to student conduct and works with faculty to maintain student discipline and build a climate of integrity and accountability.

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Congratulations to Dr. Joseph Valentine-White on being named Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at Lowell School in Washington, DC! An experienced DEIB educator and community builder, Joe brings extensive experience designing and leading initiatives that strengthen belonging, student voice, and inclusive practice across school communities. He is especially known for his work developing meaningful faculty learning experiences, supporting affinity spaces, and helping schools embed equity and inclusion into both curriculum and daily practice. We are grateful to Head of School Donna Lindner and the Lowell leadership team for their thoughtful engagement throughout this search.

Congratulations to Kailan Boston on being named Director of Athletics at University Lake School in Hartland, WI! A dynamic and community-driven leader, Kailan brings more than a decade of experience building and strengthening athletic programs that center student growth, character, and inclusive participation. He has a strong record of creating clarity and cohesion within athletic programs, while cultivating an environment where relationships, personal growth, and a strong sense of purpose remain at the center. We appreciate Head of School John Dewis and CFO Melissa Benson for their collaboration on this search.

NEW JOB OPPORTUNITY

Westridge School, a forward-thinking independent girls’ school for grades 4-12 located in Pasadena, CA, is seeking a Learning Support Specialist to strengthen the Westridge community by implementing research-informed, inclusive practices that support the diverse learning needs of students in the classroom. Reporting to the Director of Counseling and Student Support, Dr. Lisa LaFave, the Learning Support Specialist is an integral member of the Student Support Team and collaborates closely with faculty, division directors, advisors, and other school personnel. They also partner with parents and caregivers, communicate with outside professionals such as tutors and therapists, and coordinate accommodation requests for upper school students with the College Board and ACT.

Since 1913, Westridge has been a leader in girls’ education, providing an unrivaled learning environment focused on girls’ academic and personal development. Westridge balances challenging academics and a focus on leadership with a priority on social-emotional wellbeing. Westridge students develop a strong sense of self and a thoughtful consideration of their responsibilities to others and the world. Throughout its long history, Westridge has remained committed to its pioneering legacy so that each girl rises to her full potential and that women collectively rise to gender equity in the fullest sense.

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Congratulations to Shakirat Taylor on being named Director of Teaching and Learning at American International School of Johannesburg in South Africa! Shakirat brings extensive experience leading complex academic systems with a focus on curriculum alignment, instructional practice, and professional learning. She is especially skilled at helping schools build coherence across divisions while supporting educators through coaching, collaboration, and clear instructional vision. Thank you to School Director Michael Schooler and the AISJ leadership team for their partnership and shared commitment to a successful search.

Congratulations to Brandon Zall on being named Lower School Head at University Lake School in Hartland, WI! A thoughtful and systems-oriented school leader, Brandon brings a strong track record of building cohesive learning environments, developing faculty, and designing programs that support both academic growth and student well-being. With experience spanning K–12 settings, he is especially skilled at translating a school’s philosophy into clear structures, strong relationships, and a culture where both students and educators thrive. We are grateful to Head of School John Dewis and CFO Melissa Benson for their engagement throughout the search process.

Congratulations to Nina Candia on being named Head of High School at Edmund Burke School in Washington, DC! A thoughtful and student-centered school leader, Nina brings a strong background in faculty mentorship, cross-divisional collaboration, and the design of inclusive academic programs. She is especially known for her visible and relational leadership style, building meaningful connections with students, families, and colleagues while fostering a culture of curiosity, belonging, and shared purpose. We are grateful to Head of School Steve McManus for his engagement throughout this search.

NEW LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY

Burgundy Farm Country Day School, a progressive JK-8 school set on a pastoral 26-acre former dairy farm just outside Washington, D.C., seeks a relational, strategic, and community-centered leader to serve as its next Director of Admissions.

Reporting to Head of School Jeff Sindler and serving as a member of the Administrative Team, the Director of Admissions leads all aspects of enrollment management, including recruitment, admissions, financial aid, and re-enrollment, while supervising the Admissions Coordinator and partnering closely with colleagues across the school. This is a role that sits at the intersection of relationship and strategy, requiring someone who is equally at home building a connection with a prospective family and architecting a long-term enrollment plan. It calls for a leader who moves through the community with genuine curiosity and care, who becomes a true student of what makes Burgundy distinctive, and who brings both the vision to imagine what Burgundy's enrollment future could look like and the drive to make it real.

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