Begin the new year with a meaningful leadership opportunity at Tucker Maxon School, a mission-driven private nonprofit school serving deaf, hard of hearing and hearing children. Come join the incredible team at Tucker Maxon School. Our mission is to teach deaf and hearing children to listen, talk, learn and achieve excellence together. Our goals focus on helping every child reach their full potential in school and in life.
The Executive Director is responsible for administering the day-to-day business affairs of Tucker Maxon School. As part of the mandate, the Executive Director is responsible for strategic planning, development, growth, financial management and the vitality of Tucker Maxon School. The Executive Director is accountable to the Board of Directors for carrying out the mission and vision, partnering closely with the Principal and Head of School, serving as a public face of the organization, recruiting and hiring of administrative staff, maintaining community relations and meeting marketing and fundraising goals.
The Tucker Maxon Board of Directors is composed of eleven individuals who meet approximately six times each year. The budget of the school is $2.4 million with 38 staff members. The Executive Director has six direct reports.
This is an exempt full-time position working in person at the school.
Required Experience and Qualifications:
Proven leadership experience in a nonprofit organization, educational setting, or related mission-driven organization
Demonstrated success in organizational management, including operations, budgeting, and compliance
Experience working with or reporting to a Board of Directors, including supporting governance and strategic planning
Strong financial oversight experience, including budgeting, financial reporting, and fiscal stewardship
Experience supervising and supporting staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to the needs of a small organization
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage families, staff, board members, and community partners
Commitment to the school’s mission, values, and educational philosophy
Preferred Experience:
Experience in a private school, nonprofit school, or child-focused organization
Fundraising, development, or grant-writing experience
Experience overseeing facilities, enrollment, or family engagement
Background in nonprofit compliance, HR, or policy development