What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head of School position at Granada School?
Job Title: Head of School
Employer: Granada Islamic School
Location: 3003 Scott Blvd., Santa Clara, California
Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Organization Type: K–12 Private Non-Profit School
GIS is seeking its next Head of School to lead the next chapter focused on strategic growth, academic excellence, and leadership for the next generation. To learn more and read the full job posting, please visit bit.ly/4tZP8DE.
We invite all eligible applicants to apply by Monday, May 11, 2026, by submitting the following items to the Board of Directors:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Response to all 4 supplemental questions
- Minimum 3 professional references
All application items can be emailed to Board@granadaschool.org by Monday, May 11, 2026, 11:59 PM PST to be considered.
The Board will follow the competitive hiring process to ensure all applicants are equally considered for this critical role. This includes: a preliminary review of applications by a Search Committee of Board members with a uniform screening process, a preliminary panel interview following standard industry practices, a formal second interview and site visit by shortlisted candidates, structured focus groups with key stakeholders (includes teachers, staff, students and families), with final selection contingent on background and reference checks, before a final offer of employment is extended