| New Amsterdam School seeks a skilled, passionate, and visionary educational leader to build on its 15-year strong foundation and guide its continued growth. The unique progressive Waldorf approach at NAS provides a classical curriculum for modern times: experiential, inquiry-based, dynamic, joyful, and academically rigorous. This an exciting opportunity to impact the future of young children and an aspiring school in a vibrant neighborhood in one of the world’s most dynamic cities. Focused in 2006, New Amsterdam School provides a full early childhood program and elementary program for grades 1-5 in NYC's East Village. The committed, close-knit community at New Amsterdam attracts faculty and families who actively foster shared values of respect, empathy, kindness, and collaboration. Parents give generously of their time and talents, working together to co-create the life of the school in partnership with teachers and staff. The community comes together through an array of opportunities, including parent education evenings, class field trips, and celebrations of seasonal festivals such as the Spiral of Light in December and the Spring Festival in May. The opportunities for the next NAS School Director are many for this energetic, creative, and inspiring leader. An exceptional faculty, dedicated parent body, and engaged Board support a vibrant and innovative program. The school is poised for growth, and given its small size, has the flexibility to seize opportunities and respond to the dynamic, changing landscape. A strong collaborative spirit encourages teamwork and nurtures an enthusiastic camaraderie among children and adults. Full position statement: https://newamsterdamschool.org/director |