Strategic Executive Search Appoints Visionary Director of Learning at Prominent Independent School
The Brief
Following a comprehensive restructure of its Teaching and Learning department, a prominent independent school engaged Future Leadership to conduct an executive search for the newly created position of Director of Learning.
The role was designed to provide leadership direction and support to the College’s Teaching and Learning Committee, with the aim of fostering a culture of innovation and excellence in teaching and learning across the school. The school sought a highly qualified and open-minded educationalist to lead this initiative.
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The Process
Future Leadership conducted a national search, utilising its extensive candidate and referral partner networks to identify highly qualified candidates.
The search focused on finding an educational leader with deep critical thinking skills, a broad perspective, and the ability to learn from past experiences.
The Selection Panel initially considered four external and one internal candidate, all of whom participated in a first-round interview via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions. Three candidates advanced to a second-round panel interview held on-site at the school, where they presented their views on emerging trends in educational theory and practice.
Emerging Capabilities
Curriculum
Designing and implementing educational programs and course structures that align with academic standards and meet the diverse needs of students, ensuring a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.
Distance Learning
Developing and managing online and remote education programs that provide accessible learning opportunities, leveraging technology to deliver high-quality education outside traditional classroom settings.
Education Management
Overseeing the administration and leadership of educational institutions or programs, including managing staff, resources, and policies to create an effective and supportive learning environment.
Learning Management
Implementing and managing learning management systems (LMS) to deliver, track, and assess educational content and student progress, ensuring that learning outcomes are effectively achieved.
Educational Technology
Integrating and utilizing technology tools and platforms to enhance teaching and learning processes, improving student engagement, and fostering innovative educational practices.
The Outcome
The search concluded with the successful appointment of a highly regarded educational professional as the new Director of Learning.
The appointed candidate brought over a decade of experience in improving teaching and learning communities across Australia and had established an impressive international network of thought leaders. Their passion and dedication to educational excellence made them an ideal fit for the role, and they officially commenced their duties in July 2021.
