Ransom Everglades School, Head of School Search
1.
Please indicate your affiliation with Ransom Everglades
Parent/Guardian
Faculty
Staff
Student
Alumni
Other (please specify)
2.
From the key characteristics and skill sets listed below, please SELECT UP TO FIVE from the list that you consider to be most important in the next Head of School.
Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive school community
Strong, effective administrative and financial management skills
Effective and enthusiastic fundraiser
Ability to relate to students and instill confidence in families
Ability to build relationships with the local community
Ability to partner effectively with the Board of Trustees
Ability to attract, develop, and retain outstanding faculty and staff
Ability to build upon and strengthen the school's current mission and strategic direction
Ability to bring parents & guardians, faculty & staff, alumni and students together to re-establish the historically cohesive community of the past
Proven dedication to academic excellence
Ability to advocate for the school in the independent landscape
Experience as a classroom teacher
Proven track record in a college preparatory school
Strong, effective manager of people and teams
Other (please specify)
3.
Please list up to five challenges and/or opportunities facing a new Head of School that you consider most important. For example, you might write something like: “The next Head of School should prioritize…” or “The next Head of School should work to address…”
4.
In what areas should Ransom Everglades remain the same?
5.
In what areas would you like to see Ransom Everglades change or improve?
6.
We welcome any additional thoughts you may wish to share.
7.
If you have any suggestions for potential candidates or people who could serve as sources, please provide the names and contact information (if known) below.