Head of Schools Jobs

Welcome to your top resource for Head of Schools jobs. Our vast collection of high paying job listings provides executive-level opportunities in areas such as Educational Leadership, School Development, and Strategic Planning. Take charge and step into the next phase of your career with us.

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At Ladders, we curate jobs that begin at a salary of $100k, representing only the highest paying positions for industry leaders like you. Our mission is to help you find the work you love at the salary you deserve.

About Head of Schools Positions

In this essential leadership role, Heads of Schools are tasked with overseeing all academic and administrative functions within an educational institution. They strategize, plan, and direct the various departments, nurturing an environment conducive for learning and development.

Pursuing Leadership Roles

The journey towards the top isn’t always easy, but with professional guidance, you can identify the right opportunities and seal your path to success. So, start exploring our comprehensive job listings now and take the first step towards securing your Head of Schools position.

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$80K - $95K *

Engage in a leadership role overseeing clinical quality, mentoring teams of BCBAs, and implementing initiatives to ensure optimal client outcomes. Build relationships and drive compliance while promot...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K *

Advance your career by providing strategic leadership in human resources operations, overseeing staffing, employee relations, compensation, and compliance for multiple school districts as part of a co...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$124K - $173K *

Lead academic innovation, ensuring excellence in nursing programs while promoting strategic alignment with accreditation standards and workforce development. Collaborate with faculty and stakeholders...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$200K - $240K *

Pioneer a transformative student experience strategy, leading enrollment and support services to enhance student success and engagement while fostering a culture of equity and access across the instit...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role driving K-12 sales initiatives. Leverage your analytical skills and industry expertise to build relationships and deliver impactful financial solutions across dive...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming K-12 education with innovative financial solutions. Engage with senior leadership in school districts to enhance budgets through advanced energy strategies, ensuring fi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $130K *

Engage with K-12 education markets by driving sales and building executive relationships, targeting financial solutions to enhance operational budgets, while navigating a complex selling environment t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team focusing on K-12 education, driving sales strategies and building strong client relationships to deliver innovative financial and energy solutions that enhance school district budg...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $130K *

Elevate your career as you drive sales in the K-12 education sector. Utilize your financial acumen and analytical skills to build relationships, develop solutions, and achieve sales goals through inno...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $100K *

Manage overall school operations, ensuring compliance with education regulations and effectively leading staff while promoting a positive learning environment and community engagement...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$97K *

Engage in transformative math instruction to elevate student achievement across grades 3-8. Lead curriculum implementation, coach educators, and analyze data to drive equitable and rigorous math learn...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$96K - $103K *

Unlock potential by enhancing teacher capacity and driving instructional success through collaborative curriculum development, targeted coaching, and data analysis to improve learning outcomes in seco...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K *

Accelerate progress at a leading educational organization by driving instructional excellence for Emergent Bilinguals. Lead a team of coordinators, manage program implementation, and enhance curriculu...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$114K - $135K *

Lead the development of school culture and instructional systems to enhance student learning and operational efficiency. Collaborate with staff to ensure compliance, engagement, and a supportive envir...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$115K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead and enhance our student transportation operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance. Strategically manage a fleet of buses and vans while collaborating with...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $145K *

Reimagine financial operations by leading the effective oversight of payroll, accounts payable, and purchasing workflows. Ensure operational excellence and compliance across high-volume financial tran...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at graduate enrollment by leading teams, driving strategies, and utilizing data-driven and AI-enabled solutions to enhance recruitment, decision-making, and enrollment performance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $168K *

Lead the charge in enhancing educational operational efficiency by managing fiscal, administrative, and service functions within the Curriculum and Instructional Services division. Your expertise will...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that drives educational excellence by collaborating with leadership and managing school operations. Influence student success and community engagement as you support key initiatives in a d...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in educational excellence as Superintendent, shaping district policies and initiatives. Drive academic performance and community engagement while providing visionary leadership to staf...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Transform educational leadership and community engagement as a Superintendent, overseeing a comprehensive district strategy, ensuring academic excellence, and fostering a positive school culture. Driv...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$53K - $112K *

Serve as a critical leader and resource in special education, empowering staff through coaching, training, and support. Collaborate to enhance instructional practices and improve outcomes for students...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$72K - $115K *

Make your mark at a transformative school by inspiring high school students to master the Spanish language, cultivate cultural awareness, and achieve academic goals through innovative instructional st...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $100K *

Transform educational data systems to optimize student achievement through strategic analysis, organization, and collaboration within a leadership team focused on seamless integration and effective im...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance educational outcomes through comprehensive data analysis and system management. Lead the integration of technology in K-12 environments, fostering collaborative strategi...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Head of Schools job?question toggle

    A Head of Schools job is a top leadership position in which the individual is responsible for overseeing the overall functioning of the school or educational institution. This includes academic, administrative, financial, and strategic management.

  • What qualifications are required for Head of Schools jobs?question toggle

    Qualifications can vary by position and organization. However, most Heads of Schools have a minimum of a Master's degree in Education or a related field, along with significant experience in educational leadership positions.

  • How can I apply for Head of Schools jobs?question toggle

    You can browse our listing of Head of Schools jobs and apply directly through the Ladders' website. We offer a fast and easy application process, putting your next career move literally at your fingertips.