Head of 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:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Response to all 4 supplemental questions
4. 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 first review of applications will be on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Please submit your application by 11:59 p.m. (PST) by Monday, May 11, 2026, if you would like your application to be included in the first review.

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