Lower School Leader & Classical Education Champion

Great Hearts Academies; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Great Hearts Louisiana Harveston is seeking a Head of Lower School to lead a rigorous, classical program that nurtures truth, goodness, and beauty. You will collaborate with the Executive Director to shape a joyful academic community and guide the lower school staff.

The role emphasizes instructional leadership, strong relationship-building, and a commitment to serving diverse urban communities. A salary package reflects responsibilities and impact in a tuition-free charter setting.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience with demonstrable excellence in classroom teaching and school administration.
• Vision for the moral and intellectual formation of students and a commitment to Great Hearts’ educational philosophy.
• Passion for classical education and a love for the human person that is humble and relentless.
• Proven ability to foster strong, healthy relationships across a school community.

Responsibilities

• Setting quantitative and qualitative goals with the Executive Director.
• Plan, delegate, and execute to meet goals.
• Build a leadership team and manage the lower school leadership team.
• Oversee enrollment, budgeting, and staff hiring.
• Ensure student safety and a culture of integrity and respect.

Skills

Instructional leadership

Data interpretation

Relationship building

Strategic planning

Team collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Professional integrity

Growth mindset

Urban/underenhanced community

Diversity and inclusion

Education

A degree from an accredited university

Job description

Great Hearts Louisiana Harveston is seeking a Head of Lower School to lead a rigorous, classical program that nurtures truth, goodness, and beauty. You will collaborate with the Executive Director to shape a joyful academic community and guide the lower school staff.

The role emphasizes instructional leadership, strong relationship-building, and a commitment to serving diverse urban communities. A salary package reflects responsibilities and impact in a tuition-free charter setting.