Head of the Lower School Charlottesville, VA

Since 1910, St. Anne’s-Belfield School has been committed to nurturing the whole student: body, heart, mind, and soul. As the largest independent school in the college town of Charlottesville, Va., our 900+ students, age 2 through Grade 12, inspire us each day as we aspire to educate the next generation of exemplary citizens and visionary leaders.

As a member of our school community, you'd be joining a team of people who are passionate about their roles and contributing to a community of purpose and belonging. Those who thrive e’s-Belfield are people who, as outlined in our Portrait of a Graduate, pursue knowledge to generate impact, seek to engage diverse perspectives and practices, engage in reflection, demonstrate moral character and integrity, and work to understand and meet the needs of the community.

Our two beautiful campuses on 55 acres serve as vibrant hubs for curiosity, creativity, and academic excellence. This is perfectly complemented by our location in Charlottesville, one of the top 5 happiest cities in the U.S., as recognized by National Geographic and Outside Magazine. Opportunities abound to connect with nature, enjoy arts and culture, engage with the University of Virginia, only one mile away, and explore American history both within our region or Richmond (one hour by car) and Washington, D.C. (two hours by car).

If you're looking for a dynamic learning environment where your contributions help spark each child’s potential, we invite you to consider a career with St. Anne’s-Belfield. We e's-Belfield School believe it is the quality and passion of our people that set us apart. We seek to hire the best teachers, administrators, staff members, and coaches to support our student body by offering a competitive benefits package and providing a wonderful working environment.

e’s-Belfield, learning is alive. The School is a community that balances warmth and rigor, where children are known deeply, challenged thoughtfully, and encouraged to see themselves as both learners and leaders. Guided by the School’s Portrait of a Graduate, which emphasizes curiosity, integrity, diversity, agency, impact, and creativity, the Lower School lays the foundation for these enduring habits of mind and heart.

Faculty, students, and families describe the community as vibrant, connected, and rooted in purpose — a place where curiosity and joy are paired with clear expectations and strong academics.

Reporting to Head of School Autumn

A. Graves, the Head of the Lower School (LS) will join a collaborative senior administrative leadership team (SALT) and guide a talented faculty that cares deeply about their students and craft. The next division head will be an experienced leader with a deep understanding of early childhood and elementary pedagogy, a proven ability to motivate faculty to embrace research-based educational innovation, and the operational skill to manage a large, dynamic program and campus.

The division head will bring both expertise and an educator’s heart to every interaction, balancing empathy with decisiveness, and vision with follow-through.

The division head will be visible and engaged, present in classrooms, in conversation with parents and guardians, and in partnership with colleagues. The successful candidate will have a clear point of view, demonstrate courage, integrity, and professional poise, and use data and research to inform thoughtful decisions. They will be someone who can honor the School’s traditions while leading the Lower School boldly into its next chapter, advancing excellence through robust operational systems, transparent communication, and a steadfast focus on teaching and learning.

In partnership with the Head of School, the Academic Team, and fellow division heads, the next Head of the Lower School will focus on the following priorities:
Inspire Excellence and Belonging in Teaching and Learning:
In partnership with faculty, students, and families, champion a learning environment that reflects the School’s mission and values. Foster a culture of professional excellence and intellectual engagement that empowers teachers and students alike to grow…