Upper School Principal

Position: 2026-27 Upper School Principal
About Gulliver Preparatory School

Gulliver is a leading school of distinction, founded in 1926 and rooted in a century of educational excellence. To this day, our mission remains unchanged: to create an academic community devoted to educational excellence, with a personal touch, that fulfills each student's potential. Our dedicated educators are at the heart of this mission, as they empower our students to think, create, and grow with purpose, connecting the classroom to the real world, and preparing them for what's next.

At Gulliver, we believe that success is not just what students achieve, but also who they become, and the role they play in shaping the future.

Rooted in the spirit of Miami, Gulliver embodies the city's energy and innovation to create a learning environment that's dynamic and future-facing. We aspire to be a national model for teaching and learning, where the intellectual curiosity of educators and students drives creativity, discovery, and the highest levels of achievement in the classroom, in our community, and beyond.

Working at Gulliver

Gulliver is a trusted guide for families, and our faculty and staff are core to building powerful relationships that ensure every child thrives. Our compassionate, inspired educators nurture individuality and character, fostering a culture of collaboration that challenges students to meet their full potential and prepare for a future full of possibility.

Join a community where passionate educators elevate their craft, inspire future-ready learners, and take teaching and learning to the next level!

Position Overview

Our dynamic, innovative school is looking for a new Upper School Principal to begin July 1, 2026. The Upper School Principal is a visionary, student-centered educational leader who oversees all aspects of the Upper School program (Grades 9-12) such as curriculum, instruction, faculty development, student support and discipline, program innovation, student-facing administration and staff, and the overall school culture.

The Upper School Principal will work closely with the Head of School, fellow administrators, department chairs, and faculty to materialize the two central pillars of the recently approved strategic plan:
The first is Next Level Teaching and Learning, which reflects Gulliver's commitment to being a nationally-recognized school for personalized achievement and academic excellence. The second is Thriving Students, which focuses on student health, wellness, and nurturing a community of belonging.

Our push toward the next level has already begun. This includes transforming the compensation and benefits structure to retain outstanding faculty members and attract the very best talent from around the country. Reduction of faculty course loads to provide more time for professional planning, collaboration, and tailored instruction tailored. Launching a first in the nation alliance with the Harvard Graduate School of Education, expanding access for teachers to the highest quality professional development resources in the field.

We will also continue to develop a model for integrating AI into our PreK-12 scope and sequence, while simultaneously engaging in data-driven review of academic programming to ensure that all offerings provide students with future-ready learning experiences and appropriate levels of intellectual press.

With regard to the second pillar, Gulliver is paying close attention to student health, wellness, and connectedness as they navigate a complex social and technological landscape. We have taken a values-based stance on shielding children from the dangers of substance use and social media, while working diligently to create a culture where every student is welcome, safe, and valued. We believe that a vibrant, thriving school community is essential for student curiosity, courage, resilience, and achievement to flourish.

Job Responsibilities

The Principal's key responsibilities are as follows:

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Collaborate with the Head of School and senior leadership team to articulate and implement strategic goals for the Upper School consistent with Gulliver's mission and vision.
• Chart the course into…