Secure Visionary Leadership
Head of School Searches for Independent Schools
A Head of School search is more than a hiring process—it’s a defining moment for your school. When wisely guided with care and clarity, it becomes a catalyst for renewed momentum and long-term strength.
We begin with deep listening to understand your school’s values, culture, and priorities. Then we lead a strategic and relational proven process that results in confident, mission-aligned leadership.
Discover & Plan
We begin by listening. Through stakeholder input sessions, we develop a clear understanding of your school’s needs, culture, and priorities. From there, we build the timeline and create a compelling Leadership Profile that reflects your community’s voice.
Recruitment & Outreach
Using our extensive network, best-in-class AI sourcing, and a proactive outreach strategy, we identify and engage strong, mission-aligned candidates. Every search is tailored — we don’t wait for candidates to apply; we reach out to those who may be the right fit.
Evaluation & Selection
We support search committees in evaluating candidates with clarity and care. Our process includes in-depth vetting, early reference checks, interviews, stakeholder feedback, and guidance on finalist selection, all structured to ensure transparency and alignment.
Transition & Support
Our work doesn’t end with the hire. In the case of a head of school search, we remain engaged through the new Head’s first year, offering support during the transition and onboarding process to help your new leader — and your school — thrive.
What Sets the EC
Approach Apart
Deep Experience
Our team brings decades of lived leadership in independent schools. We understand headship, governance, and school culture from the inside, and we bring that perspective to every search.
Early Vetting
We begin by contacting references earlier in the process, allowing us to identify those with the greatest potential fit while saving schools from investing time in candidates unlikely to align.
Proven & Inclusive Process
With decades of experience, we've honed a proven search process grounded in clarity, and care. We equip committees with the structure and insight they need, integrating tools like anti-bias training and alignment frameworks to support equity and sound decision-making at every stage.
“ Educators Collaborative could not have been a better partner for us in our Head of School Search. Their relational approach, professionalism, and commitment to setting up the new Head for success sets them apart from all other firms.”
— Kevin McClellan, Search Committee Chair and Board Chair, St. James’ Episcopal School, CA
Let's talk about how we can support your leadership transition
We’re ready when you are. Let’s explore what a strong, mission-aligned search can look like for your school.
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