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Finding a new head of school is a multifaceted process:

  • fact-finding, culminating in detailed, written “Information for Candidates" profile 
  • developing a candidate pool through advertising and networking
  • résumé review 
  • preliminary interviews
  • reference checking 
  • in-depth finalist interviews 
  • a visit to the head-designate’s school 
  • contract negotiation 
  • formal announcement 

Through each of these steps, the consultant is actively involved with the search committee. This is a thorough, inclusive process designed to engage all constituencies (parents, trustees, faculty, administrators, alumni, and students) in order to reach consensus, with final approval resting with the board of trustees. This ensures that the new head begins with a mandate of approval and unanimity. (Learn More)

Executive Compensation: 

Healthy schools thrive when the leader is secure and in harmony with a supportive board. Using established NAIS norms and other comparable data, the board, with the consultant’s assistance, is able to fashion a compensation package for the school head competitive in today’s marketplace and designed to foster a productive, long-term relationship.

Customized Administrative Recruitment:

Recruitment for senior administrators is a key element in effective school leadership. Gregory Floyd & Associates provides a tailored service that will: 

  • assess the organizational structure 
  • determine the position profile
  • attract outstanding candidates compatible with the mission and culture of the institution  

The goal is to provide a screened, finite pool of candidates who meet the parameters of the position description for review by the head of school and whomever else may be included in the selection process. The final step is an administrative retreat, usually held in late summer, designed to orient the new administrator(s) and assist the head in building an effective administrative team.


HEAD SEARCHES IN PROGRESS

The Fessenden School, West Newton, Massachusetts Headmaster for July 1. 2011

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Saint Mark's School,
San Rafael, California
Head of School for July 1, 2011

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Waring School, Beverly, Massachusetts - Head Search for July, 2012

Pomfret School, Pomfret, Connecticut - Head Search for July, 2011

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Metropolitan Montessori School, New York, NY - Head Search for July 1, 2011

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The Marvelwood School, Kent, CT  Head Search for July 1, 2011 

 

 

 

 

 

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