Head of Lower School

Charlotte Latin School seeks a new Head of Lower School starting on July 1 2026. The school has retained Carney Sandoe and Associates to execute a national search for its next Head of Lower School. For more information contact John Faubert at or Amanda Gastel at .

For the past 20 years Mark Tayloe has led the Lower School. The next Head of Lower School

will inherit a thriving division and will have the opportunity to build upon Marks legacy. Starting

in July 2026 the new Head of Lower School will join an experienced leadership team leading a

talented Lower School faculty and a happy and curious student body. Reporting to the Associate

Head of School Dr. Sonja Taylor the Head of Lower School will provide effective leadership and

vision for the Lower School guiding and supporting the Lower School faculty engaging with

parents as partners and fostering a sense of trust within the Lower School community to create an

appropriately challenging and nurturing learning environment for elementary education.

The Head of Lower School leads a robust team of professionals who provide essential support and

guidance to ensure the smooth operation and success of the Lower School the Nest (Latins early

childhood center) and Extended Day program. The Lower School Heads direct reports include the

Lower School Administrative Assistant two Assistant Heads for Teaching and Learning Director

of The Nest Director of Extended Day Lower School Educational Technologist and the TK-12

Performing Arts Department Chair; each plays a key role in managing the schools academic and

student support initiatives. This team collaborates to foster a love of learning providing students

and faculty with an engaging inclusive and well-rounded early childhood experience.

The ideal Lower School Head is an experienced culturally competent emotionally intelligent

leader who is passionate about excellent education and fully engages in the life of the school. They

communicate effectively with all constituents demonstrating compassion respect and the ability to

inspire others. Forward-thinking and strategic they establish clear priorities and develop thoughtful

action-oriented plans. Committed to fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment they

embrace traditional and innovative instructional methods and stay informed about best practices

in early childhood education. A humble yet confident collaborator they build strong relationships

with families faculty and staff exemplifying professionalism integrity and maturity in all aspects of

their leadership. The successful candidate will hold advanced degrees in a related field and show

evidence of successful experience as a Lower School administrator.