Head of School

High Meadow School seeks a forward-thinking Head of School with education and administrative experience within a progressive school environment, beginning July 1, 2021.  The ideal candidate will be an approachable, energetic and enthusiastic educator who cares deeply about children and being part of a community of learners, while also being a consistent, positive spokesperson for the school across a variety of constituencies.

HMS, founded in 1984, is a progressive, co-educational school accredited by the New York Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS). It serves Nursery through 8th grades at a campus in the heart of the historic, scenic Hudson River Valley, about 90 miles north of New York City.

The school fosters creative and intellectual discovery, civic engagement, and personal growth through a relevant, rigorous curriculum. HMS is committed to the values of diversity, inclusion, and social justice. The HOS will lead an experienced, talented team of instructors who are responsible for the school’s well-deserved reputation for outstanding educational, creative and social skills development among its students.

To review the HMS Position Statement visit:

https://www.highmeadowschool.org/hossearch/

Interested candidates should submit the following to:

HOSApplications@highmeadowschool.org

• Letter explaining why you are interested in the position at High Meadow School
• Resume
• Statement of educational philosophy
• Salary and compensation requirements
• Name and contact information for three professional references

Finalists will be asked to provide additional references