Chief of Staff

Company Overview

Laurel Hill School, founded in 1973, is dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive educational environment for students from Pre-K through 8th Grade. Our mission emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and individuality, fostering a strong partnership among parents, students, teachers, and administrators.

Summary

Laurel Hill School is seeking a highly organized, strategic, and proactive Chief of Staff to serve as a key advisor and operational leader for the Head of School and Preschool Directorl. This critical role ensures the seamless execution of school-wide initiatives, facilitates cross-functional collaboration, and drives strategic priorities that support the school’s mission, faculty, students, and families.

The Chief of Staff acts as a trusted partner, providing high-level operational and administrative support while ensuring the Head of School’s vision is effectively communicated and implemented. The ideal candidate is a dynamic leader and problem-solver with exceptional communication, project management, and organizational skills.

This is an exciting opportunity for a mission-driven leader to help shape the future of Laurel Hill School by enhancing its operational efficiency, leadership effectiveness, and overall impact.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Operational Oversight:

• Serve as the right-hand advisor to the Head of School and Preschool Director, ensuring strategic priorities are executed effectively and efficiently.
• Act as a liaison between the Administration, faculty, and staff, ensuring alignment across departments.
• Oversee key initiatives and special projects, driving implementation and monitoring progress toward strategic goals.
• Develop and implement systems and processes to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of school operations.
• Serve as a sounding board and problem-solver, helping to anticipate challenges and provide solutions before they arise.

School Leadership & Administrative Support:

• Manage the Head of School’s schedule, priorities, and workflow, ensuring time is optimized for high-impact activities.
• Lead and coordinate leadership team meetings, goal-setting sessions, and progress evaluations.
• Draft and review communications, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent the Head of School in meetings and discussions when needed, ensuring consistent leadership presence.
• Act as a confidential advisor, handling sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism.

Cross-Departmental Coordination & Communication:

• Enhance communication between the Head of School, faculty, staff, families, and external partners.
• Ensure that key decisions, policies, and initiatives are clearly articulated and successfully implemented.
• Develop and maintain effective internal communication strategies, ensuring transparency and alignment across all levels of the school.
• Oversee the execution of faculty and staff initiatives, ensuring clarity on goals, expectations, and accountability.

Project & Event Management:

• Oversee the planning and execution of major school events, leadership retreats, and community engagement initiatives.
• Ensure that school policies, procedures, and strategic plans are properly implemented and monitored.
• Coordinate and manage special projects, crisis response efforts, and institutional initiatives as directed by the Head of School.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in school leadership, operations, or executive administration.
• Demonstrated project management and operational leadership experience in an educational or mission-driven organization.
• Exceptional communication, writing, and public speaking skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information clearly.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities, with a high degree of initiative and adaptability.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
• Experience in strategic planning, organizational development, and change management.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and fostering a positive, mission-driven school culture.
• Discretion, professionalism, and integrity in handling confidential and sensitive matters.

What we offer

• Salary: Competitive salary of $80,000 to $90,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and retirement plans
• 100% Tuition Remission for any children
• Workplace: A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Impact: The opportunity to play an active role in a dynamic school environment that will significantly impact the lives of students and the broader school community

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit an application following the link below. Please include a Resume and a Cover Letter, detailing the qualities, experiences, and training you will bring that will support and enhance Laurel Hill.

https://airtable.com/appQ9dJVcMe2KDoZ0/paghVHOjdRb4hbeib/form

Only Applications submitted through the form will be considered.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Have you submitted your application via the application link?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000