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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$53K - $112K *

Champion compliance by guiding staff on special education regulations and due process. Analyze issues, facilitate communications, and ensure adherence to state and federal laws while supporting staff...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Manage complex construction projects, ensuring compliance and quality from inception to completion while collaborating with stakeholders and overseeing project schedules, budgets, and safety protocols...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to drive partnerships in K-12 education, shaping impactful programs and maximizing community engagement to enhance educational opportunities nationwide...

2 days ago

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

$78K - $90K *

Pioneer in systems administration, overseeing enterprise applications and device management to ensure a secure, efficient technology environment supporting faculty, staff, and students while optimizin...

3 weeks ago

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

$67K - $111K *

Help us deliver comprehensive mental health care to pediatric patients with hematologic diseases and cancer. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support families through intensive medical tre...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$67K - $111K *

Empower individuals by delivering integrated behavioral health care as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing assessments, counseling, and care coordination in a supportive environment focused on...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform the financial aid landscape by leading comprehensive services, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a student-centered approach while managing significant funds and promoting...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate your career by overseeing all construction phases, ensuring adherence to safety and quality while managing schedules and communications with subcontractors and clients. Embrace a dynamic wo...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing academic excellence and student success by driving innovative programs, fostering faculty development, and ensuring effective management within a vibrant educational commu...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in financial stewardship and operational excellence while collaborating with school leadership to drive strategic goals and enhance resource management for a thriving educational envir...

Reposted today

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

$80K - $87K *

Drive the coordination and oversight of Practicum education within the social work program while supporting students and faculty to ensure compliance with accreditation standards and successful outcom...

2 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of community management by leading regional operations, ensuring excellence and driving growth through strategic planning, team development, and process optimization in a dynamic, mul...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Lead regional operations for multiple communities, driving excellence and strategic growth while enhancing team performance and resident satisfaction through effective collaboration and hands-on leade...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Optimize regional operations by leading multiple teams to ensure top-notch service delivery and compliance. Drive strategic planning, performance improvement, and team development while maintaining a...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $150K *

Advance strategic partnership initiatives to drive growth and profitability. Collaborate across teams, manage relationships, and identify new distribution opportunities in the nonstandard auto insuran...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Build and optimize high-impact strategic partnerships to drive growth and profitability in the insurance market. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer acquisition and retention through innovati...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Transform strategic opportunities by leading high-impact partnerships in the nonstandard auto insurance market. Drive growth driving initiatives while collaborating across teams to enhance service and...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Advance academic excellence by overseeing nursing and health programs, fostering community partnerships, managing a dedicated faculty, and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards to enhance s...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$160K - $180K *

Join a team that's committed to academic excellence as a Dean, overseeing nursing and health professions programs. Lead strategic initiatives and foster partnerships, ensuring accreditation and promot...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$250K - $315K *

Lead the charge in financial operations and strategic planning, overseeing multiple departments while ensuring compliance and efficient resource management to support the school's mission and communit...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and enhance technology certification programs, ensuring students gain essential skills and pathways to success in high-demand fields. Collaborate with educational leaders a...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Discover opportunities in mission critical construction by leading teams, managing schedules, and ensuring safety and quality standards. Your expertise will drive success in complex, high-stakes proje...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K *

Transform the experience for residents and associates by leading all operations in a dynamic senior living community, ensuring exceptional care, financial performance, and a supportive culture that dr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join us in redefining excellence in ABA therapy as a strategic leader. You'll drive clinical operations and inspire a team to deliver transformative care to individuals with autism, fostering growth a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $90K *

Shape the future of clinical services by leading teams to enhance the quality of care for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities, ensuring best practices and innovative approaches are...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.