John Mackenzie joined Educators’ Collaborative in 2013 with over forty years experience in independent schools. An independent school graduate, John’s early experience as a teacher, coach, department chair, college counselor, and dean provided him with a hands-on understanding of schools as both academic and social communities. He worked at day and boarding schools as well as coeducational and single-sex institutions on the East Coast and in the Midwest.

John earned an A.B. in Government from Bowdoin College and was a Joseph Klingenstein Fellow at Teacher’s College Columbia University, from which he earned a M.A. in Educational Administration. He served as a Head of School for twenty-two years, including six at Worcester Academy (MA) and sixteen at Columbus Academy (OH). Prior to becoming a Head, John had senior administrative positions at Belmont Hill School (MA), Milton Academy (MA), and Potomac School (VA). He was a Trustee of the Independent School Association of the Central States (ISACS) for nine years, including two as Board Chair.

Since joining Educators’ Collaborative John has assisted a range of schools with head and senior administrative searches, mentored new heads, and advised on facility planning. He was named Managing Partner of the firm in 2014.