The Benjamin School
Head of School
Start Date: July 1, 2027 or July 1, 2028
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About The Benjamin School
Serving students from PK3 through grade 12 across two campuses in Palm Beach County, The Benjamin School enjoys a reputation as the premier independent, coeducational school in the area. Known for its rigorous college-prep curriculum, the school emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and leadership, while offering robust programs in athletics, the arts, and experiential learning. With small class sizes and a commitment to innovative teaching, The Benjamin School fosters close relationships between students and faculty and encourages intellectual curiosity, ethical responsibility, and global awareness. Its well-resourced campuses and strong community partnerships support a mission of educating confident, engaged, and compassionate learners prepared for success in college and beyond.
Mission
The mission of The Benjamin School is to provide a challenging college preparatory education to a diverse student body in a structured, nurturing community environment. The School motivates students to master the skills of learning, communicating and evaluating choices, and encourages them to grow intellectually, socially, morally, aesthetically, and physically to their fullest individual potential.
Values
Benjamin inspires its students to develop a coherent set of values that includes love of learning, personal responsibility, self-motivation, concern for others and a commitment to serve society.
Learn more about the school, the leadership opportunity, and the application process.
About the Position
The Benjamin School offers an exceptional opportunity for a visionary Head of School to lead a thriving, mission-driven independent school known for academic excellence, character development, and a strong sense of community. With a beautiful campus, engaged families, talented faculty, and a commitment to educating the whole child, Benjamin is well-positioned for its next chapter of growth and innovation. The successful candidate will join a school with a proud history and the resources, support, and momentum to shape a bold and inspiring future.
How to Apply
Please reach out to any of the partners listed to receive the EC Candidate Summary Sheet and the EC Disclosure Form, both required for a complete application. They will also be happy to speak at more length about the position. Interested and qualified candidates should submit electronically, as separate documents (preferably PDFs), the following materials:
- EC Candidate Summary
- Formal cover letter to The Benjamin School Search Committee, stating reasons for interest
- Current résumé
- Statement of Educational Philosophy
- Three to five references, including phone and email contact info and a brief explanation of connection to the candidate
- EC Disclosure Form
- gsanderson@educatorscollaborative.om
- (609) 213-0684
- nconard@educatorscollaborative.com
- (908) 531-5183
- mseppala@educatorscollaborative.com
- (610) 772-7625
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