Educational Directions

Educational Directions guides independent and Catholic schools through successful leadership transitions. We find exceptional, mission-aligned leaders for schools, and enrich the search process with meaningful community reflections, strengthening of governance, refining strategic vision, and mindful transition work.

Phoenix, AZ, USA
Phoenix Country Day School (PCDS) is looking for a charismatic and innovative leader to serve as the Head of Upper School. Building on a robust academic and co-curricular foundation, the ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in charting the course for what the next generation of college-preparatory high schools will look like. In particular, school leadership is keen to find a teammate who can emphasize “Relevance over Routine” while carefully threading the needle of “Rigor without Ruin.” In addition, the Head of the Upper School will be joining and leading a community dedicated to a “Triple H” culture: Happy, Healthy, and Hardworking. As noted in the PCDS Strategic Plan, “the real magic in the internal PCDS community derives from our deep commitment to people who are happy, healthy, and hardworking. In every employee we hire, every student we accept, every student we support, and every family with whom we partner, we must value and...
Academic Leadership
Newport News, VA, USA
Hampton Roads Academy is looking for an energetic and accomplished leader to take on the role of Director of Middle School. Building on a robust academic and co-curricular foundation, the next Director will create an engaging and vibrant learning environment for students, while effectively preparing them for the challenges of upper school. The ideal candidate will possess a demonstrated passion for working with middle school-aged students; a strong ability to foster interpersonal relationships with students, parents, and colleagues; and the capacity to cultivate a culture of academic risk-taking, innovation, and creativity to inspire a lifelong love of learning. Hampton Roads Academy, an independent school serving Pre-K through 12th grade in Newport News (VA), is recognized for its dedication to academic excellence, a supportive environment, and a holistic educational approach. Established in 1958, the school emphasizes five core values: helping students identify...
Academic Leadership