Executive Director

The Opportunity | Executive Director

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and visionary individual to lead the flagship Horizons program at New Canaan Country School (“Horizons at NCCS” or “Horizons”) in New Canaan, Connecticut. The Executive Director will partner with the Board to set the strategic vision for Horizons at NCCS’s work, build and lead a high-performing team of five and a summer staff of over 100, and engage with a wide array of stakeholders (students, families, teachers, board members, alumni, donors, and national and local partners). Horizons is a part of New Canaan Country School. This critical role reports to the NCCS Head of School, in partnership with the Horizons Board Chair. The Executive Director is uniquely positioned to advance the organization’s mission of transforming the lives of underserved children and youth through year-round academic and enrichment programs to inspire learning, encourage success, and close the opportunity gap.

To learn more and read the Opportunity Statement

How to Apply 

Horizons at New Canaan Country School has engaged DovetailED to lead this search. Interested candidates should submit the following materials as a single PDF:

• A cover letter addressed to Aaron Cooper, Head of School, and Susan Barr, Horizons  Board Chair

• A current resume

• A list of at least three professional references

Application materials should be emailed to Zack Lehman at zack@dovetailedsourcing.com and Alison Moore, Senior Recruiter, at alison@dovetailedsourcing.com.

Please do not contact NCCS or Horizons directly.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.