Executive Director

Horizons; Ponus (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizons at New Canaan Country School (Horizons) in New Canaan, CT seeks an Executive Director to lead the flagship Horizons program and partner with the Board to set its strategic vision. The role will build and lead a high-performing team of five and a summer staff of over 100, while engaging with students, families, teachers, alumni, donors, and partners.

The Executive Director will advance the mission of transforming underserved children and youth through year-round academic and enrichment

Responsibilities

• Lead the Horizons program and partner with the NCCS Head of School and Horizons Board Chair to set the strategic vision.
• Build and lead a high-performing team of five and a summer staff of over 100.
• Engage with a wide array of stakeholders including students, families, teachers, board members, alumni, donors, and national/local partners.

Job description

The Opportunity | Executive Director

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and visionary individual to lead the flagship Horizons program at New Canaan Country School ("Horizons at NCCS" or "Horizons") in New Canaan, Connecticut. The Executive Director will partner with the Board to set the strategic vision for Horizons at NCCS's work, build and lead a high-performing team of five and a summer staff of over 100, and engage with a wide array of stakeholders (students, families, teachers, board members, alumni, donors, and national and local partners). Horizons is a part of New Canaan Country School. This critical role reports to the NCCS Head of School, in partnership with the Horizons Board Chair. The Executive Director is uniquely positioned to advance the organization’s mission of transforming the lives of underserved children and youth through year-round academic and enrichment programs to inspire learning, encourage success, and close the opportunity gap.

To learn more and read the Opportunity Statement