Head of School

About the role

The next Head of School will serve as the chief executive and spiritual leader of Pinecrest Academy, guiding the school's mission, culture, and long-term strategic vision.

Key Areas Of Impact

• Mission & Catholic Identity: Joyfully model and advance Pinecrest's Catholic mission; foster a culture of Integral Formation; support the spiritual life and faith formation of students, faculty, and families.
• Strategic Leadership: Lead the continued implementation of long-range priorities; position Pinecrest for sustained growth and institutional excellence; cultivate innovation while honoring the school's traditions and mission.
• Academic & Institutional Excellence: Champion a rigorous liberal arts, college-preparatory education; support instructional leadership and student outcomes across all divisions; ensure alignment between mission and educational practice.
• Advancement & Community Relations: Serve as a visible ambassador for Pinecrest within the broader community; strengthen enrollment, philanthropy, and constituent engagement; build strong relationships with current and prospective families, alumni, benefactors, and community partners.
• Operational & Organizational Leadership: Oversee institutional operations and stewardship of resources; support strong governance practices; ensure effective collaboration among academic, operational, and advancement leadership teams.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a practicing Catholic and visionary leader who deeply embraces and joyfully witnesses to the mission of Pinecrest Academy. The next Head of School will possess demonstrated leadership experience within Catholic or mission-driven educational environments and will be skilled in strategic leadership, community engagement, advancement, and organizational management.

Qualifications

Grounded in faith and guided by a spirit of servant leadership, the successful candidate will steward Pinecrest's continued growth while preserving and advancing the distinctive culture, excellence, and joyful mission that define the Academy.