Chief Financial and Operations Officer
Please download the opportunity statement, which contains information about Drew School and the position, as well as required application materials to prepare in advance. All applications must be submitted online. Please review the How to Apply section below for further application instructions.
SUMMARY
Located in the heart of San Francisco's vibrant Lower Pacific Heights neighborhood, Drew School is an independent high school enrolling 290 students in grades 9 through 12. Drew's mission speaks to a fundamental belief in teenagers that truly sets the school apart. We recognize and honor their innate gifts, talents and curiosity, and strive to develop all of them as they construct a deeper sense of self and purpose. In service of the mission, we are committed to delivering on the three essential aspects of what we believe high school should be:
Academically
Drew connects what students learn to what's important to them and how to apply that learning to impact the world in a supportive environment that will not just prepare them for college, but will equip them with the skills and competencies required of a 21st century global citizen. Our work around anti-racism, equity and inclusion is central to our focus in building multicultural competencies and empathy to help build a more just world.
Socially
Drew becomes a second home for our students where they will explore their independence and feel safe and validated in a welcoming, energetic and diverse community that celebrates their individuality and interests.
Personally
Drew's faculty and staff see each student as the individual they are and encourage them to not just use but to amplify their distinct voice as they discover a newfound sense of agency to use what they learn in their life.
About the Role
Drew seeks an experienced leader as its chief finance and operations officer (CFOO), who will report directly to the head of school. The CFOO works closely with the head of school and the board of trustees to develop and execute the school’s long-term financial strategy, planning, and analysis. The CFOO will work collaboratively with other members of the school’s strategic leadership team, and oversee the business office, facilities, operations, technology, and HR. The school is about to embark on a new strategic planning exercise and would like to grow its endowment to support enhancements to the program and increases to faculty compensation. A talented and engaged CFOO partner will be essential for these and many other school-wide initiatives. Drew would like to onboard its next CFOO this spring, but no later than July 1, 2023.
KEY DATES AND INFORMATION
Applications Accepted Starting: February 14, 2023
Application Deadline: March 17, 2023
Remote Semifinal Round: Week of March 31
On-site Final Round: Week of April 10
Decision Announced: April 24
Start Date: July 1, 2023, or earlier by mutual agreement
Reports To: Head of School
Watch our video with the head of school, David Frankenberg, as he discusses his international background, the close-knit culture of Drew, the strategic importance of the CFOO role, and the exciting changes and initiatives that will be taking place in the next several years.
Watch our video with the head of school, David Frankenberg, as he discusses his international background, the close-knit culture of Drew, the strategic importance of the CFOO role, and the exciting changes and initiatives that will be taking place in the next several years.
How to Apply
- If you have not done so already, download the opportunity statement.
- Prepare your application materials, which are described on the last page of the opportunity statement.
- Click on Apply Now, which will take you to our application portal on Ed Tech Recruiting, where all applications will be processed.
- Follow the instructions on that application portal to upload your documents.
- Applications received on or before March 17, 2023 will receive priority review.