Chief Executive Officer

Chief Executive Officer Nantucket Partnership for Children (NPC)

Location:

Nantucket, MA Reports to:

Board of Trustees Start Date:

July 1, 2026 About Nantucket Partnership for Children Nantucket Partnership for Children (NPC) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to supporting children and families across Nantucket. Through its core programs, Nantucket New School (NNS) and Strong Wings, NPC provides high-quality education, youth development, and family support services that strengthen the island community. Nantucket Partnership for Children Statement of Purpose The Nantucket Partnership for Children (NPC) provides exceptional educational programs, which address the social-emotional, physical, and academic needs of the whole child. Focus is on experiential learning, which fosters not only knowledge and skills, but also a child's curiosity, creativity, and confidence. NPC's programming empowers every child to discover their full potential as well as understand their responsibilities as members of the greater community.

The Role:

NPC seeks a dynamic and strategic Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization into its next chapter. This is a unique opportunity to guide a multi-program nonprofit that blends education, community engagement, and family services in a close-knit, highly engaged island community. The CEO will partner closely with the Board of Trustees and senior leadership team to advance NPC's mission, ensure operational excellence, and position the organization for long-term sustainability and growth. For a complete job description and more information, please contact Carlisle Jensen, President of the Board of Trustees.

To Apply:

Please submit a resume, a cover letter, and three professional references to Carlisle Jensen, President of the Board of Trustees. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until June 8, 2026. Any applications received after June 8th will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The Nantucket Partnership for Children is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all individuals. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, marital status, military status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law in the administration of our programs, employment practices, educational policies, admissions policies, financial aid, or any other organization-administered programs. We actively seek to build a community that reflects Nantucket's unique character and affirms the dignity and worth of every individual.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise senior leaders, including the COO/CFO, Executive Director of Strong Wings, and the leader of Nantucket New School Oversee day-to-day operations across NPC, including Nantucket New School and Strong Wings Partner with the CFO and Board to ensure strong financial stewardship, budgeting, and reporting Lead the development and execution of NPC's strategic plan in partnership with the Board Manage employer-owned housing operations and related agreements Build and sustain relationships with families, community partners, local organizations, and government stakeholders Oversee marketing, communications, and community engagement strategies Foster collaboration across programs to maximize impact for children and families Provide oversight of organizational technology and information systems Qualifications & Experience 10+ years of senior leadership experience in nonprofit, education, or a related field Demonstrated success in organizational leadership, strategic planning, and team management Strong financial acumen and experience overseeing budgets and fundraising efforts Track record of building relationships with boards, donors, and community stakeholders Experience in education or youth-serving organizations strongly preferred Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills Personal Characteristics Collaborative and transparent leadership style Ability to navigate a complex, multi-program organization Deep commitment to children, families, and community impact Comfort serving as a visible public leader and spokesperson