Director of Education

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Director of Education

Emerson Waldorf School seeks a visionary and dedicated Director of Education to lead our school in pedagogical and academic excellence.

As the only direct report to the Board of Directors, the Director of Education will serve as the school's pedagogical voice, providing strategic leadership, ensuring the operational integrity of our educational programs, and fostering a thriving school community aligned with Waldorf education principles.

Specific opportunities for the school identified by the current leadership and the Board are to further the implementation of an integrated strategic plan, establish a comprehensive campus plan to reflect strategic priorities, launch a capital campaign to expand resources, enhance faculty and staff support and professional development, continue to improve compensation for faculty and staff in the context of a balanced financial plan, continue our efforts to promote greater diversity, equity, and inclusion, and to continue exploring opportunities and strategies to grow mission-appropriate enrollment.

Position Summary :

The Director of Education at Emerson Waldorf School leads the pedagogical vision and ensures academic excellence across all grade levels, from early childhood through high school.

This role involves strategic leadership in curriculum development, faculty support, and community engagement, all while upholding the school’s commitment to Waldorf educational principles.

The Director will work closely with the Board of Directors and the College of Teachers to advance the school’s holistic education, social justice, and sustainability mission, fostering a vibrant and inclusive school community.

The Director of Education, along with the Director of Administration, oversees the school’s human resources and employment life cycle.

The position is salaried with compensation commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include health and life insurance, tuition remission, three weeks of paid vacation, and ten days of sick leave.

Key Responsibilities :

• Pedagogical Leadership :
• Act as the primary pedagogical voice of the school.
• Provide strategic leadership to the faculty, ensuring alignment with the school’s mission, vision, and values.
• Collaborate with the College of Teachers in managing faculty, including hiring, mentoring, professional development, annual reviews and performance feedback.
• Oversee the review and update of curriculum and programming, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of our students.
• Support the intentional alignment of EWS pedagogy with the school mission, including initiatives promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
• Organizational Leadership :
• Oversee the development and implementation of the school’s vision and strategic plan in collaboration with the Board of Directors and the College of Teachers.
• Work closely with the Director of Administration to address stakeholder concerns, particularly regarding pedagogical matters.
• Manage direct reports, including the Director of Administration, College Chair, Section Chairs, Grades Coordinator, High School Coordinator, Educational Support Coordinator, and Middle School / High School Counselor.
• Serve as a member of the College of Teachers and the Board of Directors, attending key meetings and committees as needed.
• Community Leadership :
• Represent Emerson Waldorf School to the broader community, including families, external educational communities, media, and potential partnerships.
• Lead efforts to promote greater Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity, as well as ecological and sustainability goals outlined in the school’s Strategic Plan.
• Engage actively in the school community's academic, social, and spiritual life.

Qualifications :

• A strong background in Waldorf teaching and pedagogical administration.
• Experience in school administration and familiarity with Anthroposophical principles and practices.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage faculty and staff.
• Commitment to holistic education, social justice, and collaborative relationships.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively represent the school and engage with all stakeholders.

Nondiscrimination Policy :

The Emerson Waldorf School does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or national origin in its employment policies, educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-related programs.

How to Apply :

Please email the following documents with attention to the Hiring Committee at

[email protected] :

Letter of introduction

Current resume

Contact information for a minimum of three professional references with your relationship to the reference, e.g., subordinate, colleague, supervisor, etc.

Note : the references will be contacted at the finalists' stage of the hiring process after contacting the applicants directly.

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