Dean of Administration and Strategy

Kripalu Center For Yoga And Health; Stockbridge (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Kripalu Center For Yoga And Health in Stockbridge, MA, is seeking a Dean to oversee strategic direction and stability of all Kripalu Schools. This full-time role supports School Directors and enhances the marketing strategy and operational performance of multiple educational programs.

The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in leadership, a strong background in yoga, mindfulness, and business development, and a passion for holistic education.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of leadership experience in a related field.
• Extensive professional experience in yoga, mindfulness, and Ayurveda.
• Proficient in advanced Excel and data tracking.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic direction and operational stability of Kripalu Schools.
• Support School Directors in developing a marketing strategy.
• Manage departmental goals and track industry trends.

Skills

Business development

Leadership experience

Yoga and mindfulness expertise

Team leadership

Public speaking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 57 Interlaken Rd., Stockbridge, MA 01262

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Bachelors Degree

Salary Range: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Travel Percentage: Negligible

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Other

Department Summary

Kripalu Schools develops and delivers transformational professional certification trainings, live and online, to hundreds of students each year and holds significant responsibility for mission impact and financial sustainability of the organization. The Department includes the Kripalu Schools of Yoga, Integrative Yoga Therapy, Ayurveda, and Mindful Outdoor Leadership.

Position Summary

The Dean is a full-time, salaried position responsible for overseeing the strategic business direction of all four Kripalu Schools and ensuring operational and personnel stability. The position plays a leading role in supporting School Directors in developing a synthesized marketing strategy for Kripalu Schools, and supporting each Kripalu School to refine its audience, sharpen its market position, strengthen its brand, grow financial performance, and adapt to industry trends to maintain its field leadership.

The Dean reports to the Chief Learning Officer of Kripalu and directly supervises the Directors of each of Kripalu’s four schools, School of Yoga, Ayurveda, Mindful Outdoor Leadership, and Integrative Yoga Therapy and the Kripalu Schools Manager, who all in turn are responsible for supervising a team of 5 staff and approximately 20 faculty members.

The ideal candidate should be an accomplished business leader, adept at leading teams responsible for planning and delivering holistic education‑related programming. A proven track record for streamlining complex workflows and interdepartmental systems, demonstrated budget and personnel management acumen, and proven problem‑solving skills with the ability to operate at both a detailed and systems levels in a fast‑paced environment is required. Experience maintaining positive and effective relationships across a wide range of faculty and staff, managing complex student issues, and deep experience (and a passion for) working in the field of yoga, meditation, mindfulness, Ayurveda, and wellbeing is preferred.

Accountabilities

• Define the strategic direction for Kripalu Schools and cultivate a cohesive, high‑performing team.
• Lead cost/price modeling by school and training; build sustainable delivery and faculty compensation models; select program mix; and approve the annual calendar (40 to 45 trainings). Oversee budgeting process and monthly financial reporting and reconciliations for Kripalu Schools.
• Lead Directors and Manager to departmental goals/KPIs: manage revenue and enrollment targets, adjust marketing/revenue/cost/format levers, and make go/no‑go decisions on low‑enrolled programs.
• Track industry, market, and global trends; evolve business models, formats, and curriculum options to keep each School best‑in‑class.
• Partner with Marketing, CLO, and Programs to clearly communicate methodology and offerings; elevate Faculty as field leaders and brand ambassadors across channels.
• Manage complex personnel matters; ensure fair/consistent contracts and compensation; and maintain strong faculty relationships.
• Set delivery and student‑experience standards; support Directors/Manager and staff to meet expectations; consult on student concerns.
• Align Schools with org‑wide processes/policies; partner with IT/Marketing to enhance student‑tracking and admissions analytics; partner across departments to streamline trajectories and processes.
• Attend regular revenue and leadership meetings.
• Create and execute plans to build, grow, and deepen connections with the Kripalu alumni community in partnership with other depts that engage this constituency.
• Hire, supervise, and develop Schools Directors and Manager; and uphold culture and performance expectations across the full team.
• Lead with a commitment to equity in decision‑making that also balances overall organizational and departmental performance.
• Demonstrate integrity and alignment with Kripalu’s values while building strong, trust‑based relationships and delivering practical, collaborative solutions.
• Show adaptability and a growth mindset, contributing across the organization and taking ownership of continuous learning and development.
• Other duties as needed to advance Kripalu Schools’ mission and results.

Qualifications

• Successful track record with business development and marketing/communications/branding planning and management.
• Minimum 8 years of leadership experience in business development, education, training, non‑profit management or other related field.
• Experienced supervisor with strong team leadership skills.
• Extensive professional experience in the fields of yoga, mindfulness, and Ayurveda.
• Excellent presenter, public speaker, and communicator.
• Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated administrative organization‑wide systems management and complex project implementation.
• Proficient computer skills including advanced Excel and data tracking/management.
• Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree preferred.