Head of School

Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School is a PreK – 12th grade, coed, independent school of about 320 students in Joplin, Missouri. As the Board of Thomas Jefferson seeks its next Head of School, it recognizes the need for a dynamic leader who is passionate about educating students, being a part of the TJ community, and shaping the school’s future while ensuring its faithfulness to its founding Mission. The school enjoys an excellent academic reputation and is known for its strong sense of mission and vision. The next head of school will steward a good and healthy school while championing the school in the larger community.QUALIFICATIONSA minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required (an advanced degree is strongly preferred);High level of personal and professional integrity and ethical values;Superb critical thinking, decision-making, and communication skills;Strategic thinker and planner, able to impact all elements of TJ;Experience in operations (finance and accounting, marketing and communication, development, and the student experience to include recruitment and retention);Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and productively with various internal and external stakeholders;Able to serve as the “face of TJ” and move the community to philanthropic support;Ability to set organizational and individual goals, measure progress, and ensure accountability;Knowledge of, and experience with, college preparatory curriculum and pedagogy and course offerings across the K-12 spectrum;Commitment to quality education for all students and an unwavering focus on student development and success.The salary range is $160,000 - $220,000 depending on experience, plus benefits.

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