Employer: The Education Group
Location: Louisville, KY
Employment Type: Full-time
Established in 1972 by the merger of four schools, Kentucky Country Day School (KCD) is one of the premier independent schools in Kentucky. Enrolling more than 820 students in grades Junior Kindergarten through grade twelve, KCD has an 80+ acre campus. In addition to classrooms and laboratories, the campus includes extensive athletic and performing arts facilities. KCD is fully accredited by the... Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS). The school’s motto is “Citizen, Scholar, Steward”, and KCD fully lives into that motto. KCD challenges its students to achieve their highest level of academic excellence and to grow into honorable people of confidence and integrity. They inspire personal growth through a diverse community and participation in arts, athletics, and community service. By doing so, KCD prepares its students to live successful lives and make meaningful contributions to society.
The Position
In its Interim Head of School, Kentucky Country Day School seeks an experienced, confident administrator who will engage enthusiastically and communicate clearly with all school constituencies. The Interim Head must possess a high emotional intelligence and be able to listen, calm, assure, and inspire the school community. Experience with board governance will enable the Interim Head to clarify board, parent, faculty, and administrative roles. KCD seeks an energetic professional who will have high visibility at school and school events. The Interim Head of School will assume office July 1, 2024.
To Apply
Interested candidates should provide a résumé, cover letter highlighting their interest in and fit for the position, a statement of educational philosophy, and a list of five (5) professional references with contact information, as a single attachment, by April 30, 2024. These materials should be sent to one of the consultants to this search listed below.
Candidates will be evaluated as received.
Marci McLean / marci@educationgroup.com / 214-536-2777
Jay Philpott / jay@educationgroup.com / 901-213-7688
Dave Davies / dave@educationgroup.com / 229-669-3555
Must have Head of School or senior leadership experience at an independent school
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