Interim Executive Director

Interim Executive Director at Strategenius Print Application Deadline 8/7/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted 6/8/2026 Contact Nancy Nanka-Bruce Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range 250000

• 260000 Annually Length of Work Year 12 months Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary The Helix School seeks an Interim Executive Director to provide steady, experienced leadership during a planned transition, serving for the 2026-2027 school year.

The Interim Executive Director will serve as the chief executive of The Helix School, reporting to the Board of Directors and working in close partnership with a strong, committed Leadership Team. Since its founding in 2014, The Helix School has grown significantly and is now focused on strengthening the operational infrastructure, financial discipline, and staff culture necessary to support its next chapter. The Interim Executive Director will be asked to make meaningful progress on those fronts while honoring the mission, relationships, and spirit that make Helix exceptional. The right candidate is a seasoned operational leader with a genuine understanding of and passion for the population Helix serves. Experience in special education and familiarity with the nonpublic school landscape are important assets in this role. Above all, this is someone who can earn the trust of families, staff, and the Board quickly, lead through change with both firmness and heart, and set the stage for the permanent Executive Director who will follow. See the following link for the full job description and instructions on how to apply: https://bit.ly/Helix_InterimED View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications

• A cover letter indicating the candidate's particular interest in and qualifications for the position
• A current resume
• A statement of educational philosophy
• The names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of five references, including at least two recent supervisors.
• Please indicate your relationship with each reference (e.g., supervisor, colleague, or direct report)
• References should be able to speak to your effectiveness as an educator and administrator, your ability to work successfully with children, and your capacity to collaborate collegially with adults.
• References will be contacted only with the candidate's permission.

Requirements / Qualifications

• A cover letter indicating the candidate's particular interest in and qualifications for the position
• A current resume
• A statement of educational philosophy
• The names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of five references, including at least two recent supervisors.
• Please indicate your relationship with each reference (e.g., supervisor, colleague, or direct report)
• References should be able to speak to your effectiveness as an educator and administrator, your ability to work successfully with children, and your capacity to collaborate collegially with adults.
• References will be contacted only with the candidate's permission.

Comments and Other Information Interested candidates must submit all requested materials as a single PDF file. Comments and Other Information Interested candidates must submit all requested materials as a single PDF file. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits

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