Job Description
https://www.educationgroup.com/portfolio/active-searches/valwood
Valwood is an independent, college-preparatory school whose mission is to instill in its students an enthusiasm for academic excellence, the foundations of strong character, and a commitment to serve others.
Position
Valwood School seeks a leader who will join the school and the Valdosta community, first seeking to understand and appreciate the school and the area. Valwood is clear in its mission and core values. The school has been on a steady nine-year trajectory and wants to see that progress continue. Valwood is not looking for candidates who need to make radical changes, but rather to bring a professional, discerning eye to the programs and facilities and continue to move the school forward. The next Head of School will assume office on July 1, 2027.
Apply
Applications are now being accepted for this position, and interested candidates should send a letter of interest, résumé, a statement of educational philosophy, and a list of five (5) references with contact information to The Education Group at either address below. For further information, contact the consultants below.
Katherine Stuart | katherine@educationgroup.com
Bob Veto | bveto@educationgroup.com
About Valwood
Founded in 1968, Valwood School is an independent, co-educational, college-preparatory day school serving over 400 students in grades Pre-K through 12. Since 2002, the school has been located on a scenic 45-acre campus in Hahira, Georgia, just north of Valdosta, the state’s tenth-largest city, with a population of approximately 55,000. Situated in south-central Georgia, Valwood is approximately 22 miles from the Florida state line.
Valwood School is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS). It is also a proud member of the Georgia Independent School Association (GISA), the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and The College Board.
Valwood School's Mission
Valwood is an independent, college-preparatory school whose mission is to instill in its students an enthusiasm for academic excellence, the foundations of strong character, and a commitment to serve others.