Director of Learning/Head of School of Groves Academy
Start Date: July 1, 2025
Co-ed Day School, Grades 1-12, 275 students
3200 Highway 100 S, St Louis Park, MN
About GLO
Groves Learning Organization (GLO) is a nonprofit educational ecosystem that empowers each and every unique learner to discover their brilliance. GLO is a beacon of learning, illuminating the path to literacy for all students. We have a rich history of supporting bright students who struggle with learning disabilities and attention disorders, as well as promoting evidence-based literacy instruction for all.
About Groves Academy
Groves Academy, one of three parts of the Groves Learning ecosystem, is grades 1-12 and educates 275 students. There are 75 faculty and staff within Groves Academy. It is located in the charming suburb of St. Louis Park, MN in a space built for learning.
Mission
We build confidence, success, and purpose through transformative learning experiences.
Values
At the heart of GLO is a community where students, families, faculty, and staff are engaged with a sense of belonging, sharing, and support. As a community, integrity and respect are intrinsic in everything we do.
We also value:
- Authenticity: We are genuine, honest, and open in our relationships, our actions, and our words.
- Collaboration: We gain energy when we are working together and recognize our decisions and actions are better when we engage as a team.
- Compassion: We embrace others’ differences and value our unique abilities, personalities, and styles.
- Discovery: We have a passion to persistently learn, explore, and innovate.
- Tenacity: We are driven to take risks, to advocate, and to encounter challenges with boldness and a firm resolve.
About this Leadership Opportunity
Groves Academy seeks a Director of Learning/Head of School who will effectively lead the day-to-day operations of the Academy while also cultivating an ethos of care, inspiring a relentless pursuit of innovative practice and a culture of possibility. This position is open for an interim Director of Learning/Head of School for SY 2024-2025 or permanent. The role being primarily responsible for teaching and learning, will also be the voice of inspiration and force behind professional learning. As this role does not have responsibility for Admissions or Development, it’s an ideal position for a seasoned Division Director with aspirations for a future Head of School role.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are asked to submit a complete dossier, which includes the following:
- Letter of interest to Groves Academy Search Committee
- Resume
- Statement of Educational Leadership Philosophy
- Five professional references with email and phone contact information
- EC Candidate Summary Sheet (provided upon request)
Direct inquiries and applications to:
André Withers, Partner, Educators Collaborative
Listing Date: July 20, 2024
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