EAGLE School
Director
Start Date: July 1, 2027
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About EAGLE School
Founded in 1982, EAGLE School is an independent K–8 school in Madison, Wisconsin, dedicated exclusively to meeting the academic, social, and emotional needs of gifted and talented learners. Serving approximately 260 students, EAGLE has earned a national reputation for its rigorous academics, individualized approach, exceptional faculty, and whole-child philosophy.
At EAGLE, gifted education extends far beyond acceleration. Students are challenged through inquiry, interdisciplinary learning, creativity, and intellectual risk-taking while receiving the social-emotional support they need to thrive. Small class sizes, expert educators, and a vibrant, relational community create an environment where students feel deeply known, understood, and inspired.
With strong enrollment, sound finances, engaged families, and a collaborative Board of Directors, EAGLE is exceptionally well positioned for its next chapter.
Learn more about the school, the leadership opportunity, and the application process.
About the Position
Following a period of stable and respected leadership, the school enters its next chapter from a position of strength. The next Director will inherit a thriving, mission-driven institution with exceptional faculty, strong enrollment, healthy finances, and a deeply engaged school community.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a collaborative educational leader who appreciates the unique strengths and complexities of gifted learners and is excited to guide one of the country’s most respected schools dedicated exclusively to gifted education. Key priorities include sustaining EAGLE’s leadership in gifted education, strengthening institutional visibility, supporting faculty excellence, advancing accessibility and belonging, and ensuring long-term organizational sustainability.
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will bring:
- Demonstrated educational leadership experience
- Strong operational and financial acumen
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- A collaborative, visible, and emotionally intelligent leadership style
- Strategic vision balanced with thoughtful execution
- An appreciation for the unique academic, social, and emotional needs of gifted learners
Above all, EAGLE seeks a mission-driven leader who genuinely enjoys children, values faculty expertise, and will preserve the joyful, intellectually vibrant, and deeply relational culture that defines the school.
To learn more about this opportunity and application process, please view the full Information for Candidates.
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