Head of Upper Learning

Information for Candidates

The Galloway School seeks a visionary leader to serve as Head of Upper Learning (same as the more familiar role of an Upper School Principal, Grades 9–12). This pivotal role will guide a vibrant, intellectually rich, and deeply experiential secondary school community committed to developing insightful and engaged thinkers.

At Galloway, students aren’t just measured by grades—they’re defined by the breadth and depth of their learning journey. The Upper Learning program blends an engaging college‑preparatory curriculum—with foundational, AP, and specialized electives like marine biology, playwriting, multivariable calculus, and more—with immersive experiential learning opportunities such as internships, community excursions, arts productions, athletic competition, clubs, and deep one-on-one mentorship. Seniors often leave with powerful personal narratives formed through senior capstones and multi-week excursions abroad or in the region .

Outside the classroom, Upper Learning pulses with creative energy. Students may join—or launch—any of over 48 dynamic clubs including Model UN, Mock Trial, Minority Empowerment Forum, Thespians, Debate, Clubs in STEM, arts, leadership, world languages, publications, and special interest—and the list continues to grow. Varsity athletics further enrich the school experience, as approximately 80% of Upper Learning students participate in at least one of the ten varsity sports offered.

This mix of rigorous academics, creative electives, hands-on learning, club leadership, athletics, and mentorship forms a richly layered environment where students truly discover who they are.

Reporting To

Head of School, Amir Farokhi

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire Upper Learning academic, co-curricular, and student life program

• Lead faculty development, instructional excellence, and curriculum advancement, including Advanced Placement preparation and experiential learning initiatives

• Foster a learning environment built on strong relationships, inclusivity, and student voice

• Partner with college counseling, learning support, arts, athletics, and student life teams to deliver a holistic Upper School experience (e.g., Registrar, Learning Support Director, Counselors, Student Life Coordinator)
  
  

Embody and reinforce Galloway’s commitment to balancing academic freedom with responsibility, creative discovery over test-focused pedagogy, and lifelong learning for students and faculty alike.

Opportunity Statement coming soon!

Candidates interested in this position are asked to contact Lisa Lyle, Consultant, Educatos Collaborative, llyle@educatorscollaborative.org or Mary Seppala, Consultant, Educators Collaborative, mseppala@educatorscollaborative.org