Job Description
The Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) is pleased to partner with CarterBaldwin Executive Search to identify its next president. SAIS is a U.S.-based voluntary regional accrediting agency of nearly 400 independent elementary and secondary schools. SAIS is the largest regional independent school association in the nation with a combined enrollment of 232,000 students from 14 states, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
SAIS is seeking a strategic and visionary leader to drive and deepen the association’s impact. As a recognized leader, this executive will be a connector and collaborator who enjoys bringing different sides together and embraces the beautiful complexity of nearly 400 uniquely different SAIS schools. The President will be a forward-thinking thought leader who will build upon the association’s strengths and expand them to address topics and demands as they emerge in the landscape of K-12 education.
Individuals with significant experience leading an organization of similar complexity to SAIS are encouraged to apply confidentially and will be given full consideration.
To learn more about the opportunity, click HERE to access the full position profile. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and a curriculum vitae to SAIS@carterbaldwin.com by July 14.
SAIS is a 501(c)(3) organization representing over 390 members schools and the 200,000+ students they serve. The mission is to strengthen member schools by providing high-quality accreditation processes, comprehensive professional growth opportunities, and visionary leadership development programs.
The SAIS staff is comprised of nine employees who work remotely from home offices. The full staff gathers in person three times per year for retreats as well as at various events and team meetings. Please visit www.sais.org to review information about membership, accreditation, events, surveys, job postings, listservs, and other member benefits.
SAIS prides itself on a culture of support and responsiveness to its member schools, as well as warm hugs and crispy bacon when needed. Successful team members provide superior customer service, understand the demands on educators and administrators, and have a passion for supporting schools as they grown and evolve in ways that are consistent with their missions.