Executive Director/Head of School
Company: American Classical Education
Location: West Peterborough
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Lionheart Classical Academy Executive Director
Description/Candidate Profile (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. LCA’s 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. LCA’s 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. Master's 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. Requirements 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. Salary Description 100-120K
Keywords: American Classical Education, New England , Executive Director/Head of School, Education / Teaching , West Peterborough, Northeast
