Executive DirectorHead of School

(1) Mission Statement of Lionheart Classical Academy: To train the minds and inspire the hearts of our students through a classical content-rich liberal arts and sciences education that supports academic achievement virtuous living and responsible citizenship.

(2) Core Virtues: Compassion Courage Gratitude Humility Integrity Perseverance Respect Responsibility Service.

(3) Position Description: Executive Director Lionheart Classical Academy (LCA)

Location: Peterborough NH

Overview: Lionheart Classical Academy is seeking a wise energetic and well-grounded executive director to oversee all aspects of the school. LCAs executive director oversees a leadership team that includes a principal who provides academic support vis-à-vis day-to-day faculty and student success. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable about classical education principles possess strong executive skills and have a proven track record of championing classical education in the service of human flourishing. LCAs executive director will be responsible for establishing and developing a school culture that fosters ordered independence the love of truth beauty and goodness and an embrace of the common good within the Lionheart community.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Masters degree or higher in a field related to human flourishing.

2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership role within a broad spectrum of educational settings.

3. Experience as a student parent teacher staff member or community member in a public charter and/or classical education setting.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills:

1. Demonstrated track record of successful leadership including strategic planning staff development and academic achievement.

2. Passion for American classical education and a dedication to preparing students for a lifetime of learning leadership and service.

3. Excellent communication interpersonal and organizational skills.

4. Experience training coaching and developing leaders and teachers.

5. Ability to inspire and motivate others toward a shared vision of academic excellence and character development.

6. Knowledge of applicable laws regulations and accreditation standards related to education.

7. Experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders including students parents faculty staff and community members.

8. Strong understanding of classical education philosophy pedagogy and curriculum development.

Summary:

This position offers a unique opportunity to help establish and encourage the growth of a classical charter school committed to encouraging the pursuit of truth goodness and beauty within the greater Monadnock region of New Hampshire. If you are a gifted leader looking to make a difference in the lives of students we invite you to apply.

1. Provide farsighted leadership and strategic direction to ensure the effective implementation of classical education principles throughout the school.

2. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the school including budget management facilities maintenance and student discipline.

3. Collaborate with parents community members and stakeholders to create a supportive and engaged school community.

4. Ensure compliance with all applicable laws regulations and accreditation standards.

5. Serve as an ambassador for the school promoting its mission and values within the local community and beyond.

6. Guide mentor and partner with a principal whose primary responsibility is fostering a culture of academic excellence character development and critical thinking skills among students faculty and staff.

7. Support the development and implementation of a curriculum instructional strategies and assessment practices aligned with the principles of classical education.

8. Recruit hire and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who are committed to the mission and values of classical education.

9. Manage ongoing professional development opportunities for faculty and staff to enhance their understanding and implementation of classical education pedagogy.