Head of Middle School

Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences
Santa Monica, CA

July 2023

Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences is seeking a collaborative and communicative leader with deep middle school experience to join an energetic and inclusive progressive school community as its next Head of Middle School.

“Crossroads has rightly earned a reputation as a school that fosters a sense of freedom and joy in its students, made possible by the bold and groundbreaking vision of its founders more than 50 years ago.”

— Mariama Richards, Interim Head of School

 

Procedure to apply

 

SEARCH CALENDAR*

Applications Due
January 4, 2023

Semifinalist Interviews
Mid-January 2023

Finalist Interviews
Early to Mid-February 2023

Announcement
Mid to Late February 2023

*Approximate dates subject to change

 

One of Crossroads School’s founding commitments is to developing a socially, economically, and racially diverse student body. They are equally committed to supporting a vibrant and diverse workforce. Crossroads is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer; they do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, gender or gender identity, age, or sexual orientation. People of color, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Crossroads offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package for full-time employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, tuition assistance, a retirement plan, and generous vacation.

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following materials confidentially as a single PDF file:

  • A cover letter indicating the candidate’s particular interest in and qualifications for the position

  • A current résumé/CV

  • A statement of educational philosophy

  • The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references, including at least one recent supervisor. References should speak to the applicant’s ability to be an effective educator and administrator, to work successfully with children, and to work collaboratively and collegially with adults. (References will be contacted only with the candidate’s permission.)

Please direct any questions via email to jobs@strategenius.org or by phone at 415-881-7105.