PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement We partner with our PreK-12 Education and Education Improvement clients to hire the right leader to meet their organization’s specific moment in time. Our Experience Isaacson, Miller’s PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement practice is well known for the breadth of our expertise and impact. Our consultants are proficient in and passionate about supporting the recruitment of leaders across the education sector, from early childhood settings to teacher preparation programs at schools and colleges of education. Our ClientsWe have concentrated our work on the recruitment of leaders for innovative education and youth development non-profits of all sizes; national and regional education funders; education policy, research, and advocacy organizations; education service providers; and schools and school systems, including independent schools, charters, and traditional publics. Our ApproachWe approach each search with a commitment to collaboration and genuine partnership. Education and advocacy are central to Isaacson, Miller’s civic mission, and our team is deeply committed to recruiting exceptional leaders who are dedicated, above all else, to advancing the compelling missions of our clients. We understand the importance of helping our clients hire the right leader to meet their organization’s specific moment in time, and we invest time early in the search process to really learn the current operating context and culture of every client and to hear from the key stakeholders who are immersed in the day-to-day rhythms and work. Our CommitmentWe have a deep commitment to recruiting a diverse slate of candidates across the education spectrum. We also take seriously our commitment to ensuring an equitable candidate experience in every search. Client Results View All Phillips Academy Dean of Faculty Ben Temple Read More The Peddie School Head of School Jim Hamilton Read More Bank Street College of Education Dean, Graduate School of Education Suzanne McCotter, PhD Read More Instruction Partners President Eugene (Gene) Pinkard Jr. Read More Learning Policy Institute President and Chief Executive Officer Elena Silva, PhD Read More The Lawrenceville School Dean of Enrollment Management Edwin R. Núñez Read More Indian Mountain School Head of School Lisa Sun Read More Rutgers University Graduate School of Education, Dean Christopher M. Span, Ph.D Read More National Alliance for Public Charter Schools President and Chief Executive Officer Starlee Coleman Read More Previous Next Our Track Record 500+ Searches Since our founding, we have conducted more than 500 searches across PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement. 63% C-Level Positions 63% of our PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement searches in the past five years were for C-level positions. 80% Return Rate Reflective of our enduring relationships, 80% of our searches are for clients who return to us after being pleased with past results. 99% Client Satisfaction Reflecting our high-touch approach and persistent pursuit of excellence. Current Searches View All President Higher Education | PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement Salem Academy and College See Details Head of School PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement Hotchkiss School See Details Chief Advancement Officer Advancement + Fundraising | PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement The Taft School See Details Head of School PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement Georgetown Day School See Details Chief Executive Officer PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement IntermediaryEd See Details Chief Development Officer Higher Education | PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement The Education Trust See Details Head of School PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement Albany Academy See Details Chief Operating Officer Human + Social Services / General Civic Sector | PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement | Social Justice + Advocacy Children's Defense Fund See Details Chief Executive Officer PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement Phi Delta Kappa International See Details Leadership Insights View All An IM Conversation with Ginia Loo A personal exploration of the transition from the world of public health to a school setting, and how analytics can further goals of access and opportunity. Sylvia Watts McKinney, Thompson Island Outward Bound Education Center A conversation on pursuing work that expands access for young people facing systemic barriers. An IM Conversation with Dr. Jill Koyama, Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College A conversation on principled innovation and advice for creating inclusive learning environments. The team at Isaacson, Miller lived up to the company's core values, particularly 'we're generous colleagues' and 'we value excellence in our craft.' Market President | City Year, Inc. Mary Jane Stevenson | IM Client Over my career, I have had the opportunity to work with many search firms, and Isaacson, Miller stands out for its support of candidates. You strike a very nice balance between stewarding both your candidates and clients, and I felt well supported throughout the process. CEO | Student Conservation Association Stephanie Meeks | IM Client + Candidate Our hire is doing exceptionally well, and we have gotten great feedback from all stakeholders. He is engaging and insightful and has brought a fresh new perspective to our school…It is clear that he was prepared for this next step in his career. You undoubtedly brought us the right candidate, and he is the right choice for our school community. Trustee | Edmund Burke School Dawn Chism | IM Client Next Previous Connect with our PreK-12 Education Practice.Contact us. We look forward to learning more about how we can help.
National Alliance for Public Charter Schools President and Chief Executive Officer Starlee Coleman Read More
President Higher Education | PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement Salem Academy and College See Details
Chief Advancement Officer Advancement + Fundraising | PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement The Taft School See Details
Chief Development Officer Higher Education | PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement The Education Trust See Details
Chief Operating Officer Human + Social Services / General Civic Sector | PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement | Social Justice + Advocacy Children's Defense Fund See Details
Chief Executive Officer PreK-12 Education + Education Improvement Phi Delta Kappa International See Details
An IM Conversation with Ginia Loo A personal exploration of the transition from the world of public health to a school setting, and how analytics can further goals of access and opportunity.
Sylvia Watts McKinney, Thompson Island Outward Bound Education Center A conversation on pursuing work that expands access for young people facing systemic barriers.
An IM Conversation with Dr. Jill Koyama, Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College A conversation on principled innovation and advice for creating inclusive learning environments.
