Head of School
Start Date: July 1, 2023
Coed Day School Grades KR-6 with 144 students
Thousand Oaks, CA

About the School

Known for the excellence of its academic program, its deeply held core values, and its strong sense of community, St. Patrick’s Episcopal Day School has an established legacy throughout the region of educating and developing the whole child. For nearly 60 years, St. Patrick’s has offered a high-quality academic program with a sound moral and spiritual emphasis within the Episcopal tradition. The school is poised to extend its exceptional program to include 7th and 8th grades beginning in 2024, providing an unparalleled KR-8 educational experience for children in the Conejo Valley.

St. Patrick’s mission is “to inspire and equip children to courageously transform the world,” and welcomes students and families from all faiths, or none. Described as “a gem” by parents and teachers alike, St. Patrick’s fosters a Community of Kindness, which is palpable when visiting the campus. Compassion, kindness, gratitude, and respect are integral to all relationships at the school and underscore the belief that children learn best within a caring community.

About the Position

Through a national search, St. Patrick’s Episcopal Day School seeks a skilled educator whose leadership is distinguished by a warm, welcoming, and inclusive personal manner, exceptional verbal and written communication skills, a commitment to values-based education and spiritual development, and a love for young children. They will bring the skills, initiative, and drive to help further realize a compelling and sustainable vision for the future of the school.

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How To Apply

Candidates interested in this position are asked to submit the following materials by November 20:

  • EC Candidate Summary Sheet and Disclosure Statement (contact Tracy Bennett for these documents)
  • Letter of interest addressed to the Search Committee
  • Current Resume
  • Statement of Educational Leadership Philosophy
  • A list of five or more references with contact information (name, relationship to candidate, phone and email addresses)
  • Up to three letters of reference (optional)

Please address any inquiries or expressions of interest to:

Tracy Bennett, Partner, Educators Collaborative, LLC, tbennett@educatorscollaborative.com

Listing Date: October 13, 2022