Holistic School Operations Leader

Whidbey Island Waldorf School; Washington; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission and health insurance

Job summary

Whidbey Island Waldorf School is seeking an experienced School Administrator to steward the non-pedagogical operations of our campus on Whidbey Island. The role collaborates with faculty, staff, and the Board to sustain a healthy, sustainable school community and to create effective organizational systems.

The Administrator leads finance, HR, enrollment, development, marketing, and facilities, while maintaining relationships with families and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; experience in independent schools or nonprofits highly valued.
• Experience in school administration, nonprofit leadership, or organizational leadership.
• Comfort with budgets, financial information, administrative systems, and technology.
• Strong organizational skills and written/verbal communication.
• Collaborative leadership style and ability to work with families, staff, and boards.

Responsibilities

• Lead non-pedagogical operations across the school, including finance, HR, enrollment, development, and facilities.
• Partner with faculty and leadership to support a healthy school community and sustainable operations.
• Manage budgets, contracts, insurance, and compliance with licensing and reporting requirements.
• Oversee enrollment, admissions, tuition contracts, and relationships with families.
• Develop and maintain administrative systems, records, and internal controls.

Skills

Nonprofit leadership

Budgeting

HR administration

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Independent school / nonprofit experience

Tools

Payroll software

School management software

Job description

Whidbey Island Waldorf School is seeking an experienced School Administrator to steward the non-pedagogical operations of our campus on Whidbey Island. The role collaborates with faculty, staff, and the Board to sustain a healthy, sustainable school community and to create effective organizational systems.

The Administrator leads finance, HR, enrollment, development, marketing, and facilities, while maintaining relationships with families and partners.