Head of the Upper School

Founded more than a century ago, Holton-Arms School encourages young women in grades 3-12 to approach the world with a thirst for challenge, unflinching curiosity, and a sense of responsibility to use what they learn for the greatest good. Holton is a vibrant place where both students and faculty are deeply engaged in the process of learning and bring tremendous spirit and passion to their work.

The mission of the Holton-Arms School is to cultivate the unique potential of young women through the "education not only of the mind, but of the soul and spirit." Founded in 1901 by two visionary women, Holton-Arms continues to cultivate a diverse, inclusive, and equitable school community, to tend to the health and wellbeing of its members, and to build a global curriculum that responds to the learners in its classrooms and the world around us. In this vibrant community committed to academic excellence, students are scholars, artists, and athletes who find their voices, take risks, learn from mistakes, pursue opportunities for leadership, and build lifelong friendships. The school motto, Inveniam viam aut faciam (I will find a way or make one), exemplifies this spirit of agency and empowerment.

Position Overview

Holton-Arms School is seeking a Head of Upper School effective July 1, 2025. The Head of Upper School will embody Holton’s motto to “find a way or make one.” Strong candidates will be advocates for girls’ education and will delight in working with Upper School students. The next Head of Upper School will be equipped to build genuine connections with students, families, and colleagues to ensure all parties are working in harmony to prepare Holton-Arms women to be agents of change and citizens of the world as they strive to “learn well, live well, and lead well.” The Head will also be ready to lead in concert with Holton’s institutional priorities of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging; health and wellbeing; and global education.

To Apply

Interested candidates should submit electronically in one email and as separate documents (preferably PDFs) the following materials:

• A cover letter expressing interest in this particular position
• A current résumé

As the process moves forward, selected candidates may be asked to submit:

• Writing samples specific to this search
• A list of five professional references with name, relationship, phone number, and email address of each (references will not be contacted without the candidate’s permission)

Candidates are invited to contact the consultants in confidence and to submit a résumé and cover letter as soon as possible to:

Heather Flewelling
Consultant, Chief Talent Officer
heather.flewelling@carneysandoe.com

Marsha Little
Senior Consultant, Director of Professional Learning and Development
marsha.little@carneysandoe.com