Educators Collaborative, LLC is a consortium of former independent school heads whose hands-on leadership experience is one of our clients’ most valuable resources. The twelve Educators Collaborative Partners have acted as the heads of independent schools of all types and sizes in all regions of the country. Collectively, the partners have served more than 75 educational institutions as directors or trustees. EC Partners have also served regional accrediting agencies as chairs of committees evaluating dozens of independent schools in the United States and abroad. Our experience provides us critical insight into the world of independent schools and not-for-profit organizations. Drawing on this experience, our partners come to each consultation situation with a unique perspective — looking not from the outside in, but from within the dynamic environment we share with clients. More than 900 schools, colleges, and other non-public and public nonprofit organizations have turned to Educators Collaborative for consulting services.
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What an interesting read from Independent School magazine. How can current leaders meet the shifting needs of their communities? Thank you Kalyan and Kate for sharing this fascinating conversation and work with the independent school community.
Neuroscience impacts the way we collaborate, build relationships, and learn from each other. Dunn School #Polarization #Independentschools #Neuroscience #ISmag
Some thoughts from our newest partner, Carole Everett!
20 August 2024 Dear Colleagues, As of August 1, 2024, I joined Educators Collaborative, LLC as a Partner. As many of you know, the organization is a prominent search firm dedicated to working with schools to help recruit leadership talent and provide other services. What attracted me to Educators Collaborative is, ironically, that it takes its name seriously; it does not just help fill positions, but instead “collaborates” with the school to find that perfect fit. We, as a firm, take the time to get to know our clients, understand their immediate needs, and just as importantly, work with you in planning for the future. My background in education spans decades. To say that I have experienced it all, might well be a proverbial understatement. I started as a classroom teacher (Latin and music), served as Director of Admissions and Financial Aid, served as the Director of College Counseling, was the Director of Diversity, worked as Assistant Head for External Affairs, and was Head of School. For the last 14 years, I was Executive Director of the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools, overseeing accreditation, professional development, and ensuring the independence of the 90 schools in the organization. My experience has provided me with the opportunity to look at the needs of schools through myriad lenses on many different levels. At this point in my career, I decided to channel my efforts towards working with schools to find the best fits for them. I will be leading searches for Head of School, Assistant Head of School, Interim Head of School, Division Head, Deans, Director of Admissions/Enrollment Manager, Director of Development/Advancement, CFO/Business Manager, Director of Communications, Director of College Counseling, and Director of Diversity. I will also be leading long-term projects aimed at leadership development, governance, Board of Trustee consulting, retreats, workshops, succession planning, Head of School evaluation, strategic visioning and planning. I will soon be scheduling short meetings, and would like to set a time to get re-acquainted with you and your school. I understand that you may not have any immediate needs, but a goal I have in this new role is to be proactive, accessible, and up-to date. Wishing you a wonderful rest of the summer! With all best wishes, Sincerely, Carole
Our partners love visiting the schools we serve! Wishing Gill St. Bernard's School every success as they enter the interview stage of their head search.
A beautiful day at Gill St. Bernard's School! It is inspiring to work with Nathaniel Conard and the GSB search committee to identify the next Head of School for this very special community. #headofschool #leadership #independentschools #ilovemyjob
Are you an educator dedicated to an early childhood Montessori education? Does the idea of living in the nation's capital appeal to you? Then you may be interested in the role of Executive Director for Small Savers Montessori, a fully licensed child development center that operates culturally as a school and serves children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. Carol Santos is privileged to support this wonderful place of learning (using an American Montessori Society curriculum) in the search for its next leader. Please view more information on our website, share with your networks, and reach out to Carol with any questions. https://lnkd.in/e4ax9z3S #hiring #executivedirector #washingtondc #montessori #dcjobs #earlychildhoodeducation #preschool #AmericanMontessoriSociety #AMS
Are you an experienced educational leader ready to set your sights on envisioning education in a future-oriented context? Do you value an environment that rejects the notion of one defined version of success? If yes, then this opportunity may be right for you. Carol Santos and Andre' Withers are honored to partner with The Barstow School (an Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) and National Association of Independent Schools member) in its search for its next President to begin July 1, 2025. Guided by its mission, “to promote sound scholarship and to give symmetrical development to mind, body and character,” the faculty and staff at Barstow inspire young people to explore their interests—academic, athletic, artistic, personal. A supportive and generous environment that rejects the notion of one defined version of success, the Barstow community aims for students to find their voices and develop as leaders who can find fulfillment and have a positive impact anywhere. Please share this opportunity with your networks, read more on EC's website and contact Carol or Andre with interest. https://lnkd.in/guEkRvyr #hiring #independentschools #kansascity #innovation #education #educationalleadership #headofschool #kcjobs
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I am pleased to provide guidance to The Meridian School in their search for an Interim Head of School. Enrolling 180 students in grades PK-5, the school seeks an experienced educational leader who is passionate about ensuring students learn in a joyful, dynamic environment. Located in an historic building within a 6-acre park, Meridian is a very special community. If you or someone you know is interested in learning more, please reach out! #headofschool #independentschools #leadership #Ilovemyjob
This week, Jared Susco begins his new professional journey as Director of Finance at The Philadelphia School. George Sanderson was honored to support this search for this outstanding progressive school in Philly. We all wish Jared the best of luck during his first week on the job and welcome him to the independent school world! #independentschools #financedirector #philly #hired #newjob
Deadline Approaching! Did you know that the average tenure of an NA faculty member is 10 years? Or that their current strategic plan "Putting People First" speaks to the forward thinking nature of the schools Board of Trustees? Learn more about this incredible opportunity to lead one of the country's top independent schools. Please share with your networks and address any questions to Pilar Cabeza de Vaca, Mary Seppala or George Sanderson. https://lnkd.in/gpU__FQ6
We pass along our heartfelt congratulations to North Seattle French School on recently obtaining accreditation for cycles 2 and 3 (grades 1 through 5) from the French Ministry of Education! This accreditation joins the candidacy status of accreditation from Northwest Association of Independent Schools achieved earlier this year. NSFS is now part of the extensive AEFE - Agence pour l'enseignement français à l'étranger (French Agency for the Advancement of French Abroad) network of more than 560 French schools, with over 390,000 students, enrolled in 138 countries. It opens doors to training programs to the teachers and staff and scholarships from the French government to qualifying families. The schools seeks a new leader to begin July 1, 2025. Read more about this incredible opportunity in the attached document and reach out to Joan Beauregard with any questions or recommendations
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Educators Collaborative was delighted to sponsor Hari Kondabolu's inspiring opening keynote address at the National Small Schools Conference yesterday at The Crefeld School in Philadelphia yesterday.