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Nishimachi International School

Seeks to Appoint Head of School

For August 2026

The Search Associates Advantage

 

Since 1990, our Leadership Search and Consulting Services Team has partnered with schools and boards all over the world to recruit, select, and hire upwards of 1,000 executive level and school level leaders.

 

We are pleased to be partnering with Nishimachi International School, Japan to find their next Head of School.

 

The School


"Nishimachi International School is a private, international, non-sectarian, coeducational day school founded in 1949. Our mission is to provide inquiry-driven, personalized, and community-oriented education that nurtures a vibrant, future-focused learning community. Our educators are dedicated to fostering a dynamic environment where students are encouraged to explore, inquire, and connect their learning to real-world contexts. Embracing diversity and multilingualism, our faculty ensures every student feels valued and supported throughout their educational journey.


The school enjoys an excellent reputation within Japan and is proud to be one of 30 member schools of the Japan Council of International Schools."


Our Mission: To develop learners and leaders who know, care and take action to bring value to others and to make a positive impact on the world.


Definition of Learning: At Nishimachi, learning is a complex process that transforms our understandings, attitudes and approaches.


Position Overview 


The Role:

The Head of School functions as the executive officer of the Board of Directors and shall be responsible for the organization, operation and administration of the School and its general welfare. The Head of School advises the Board on all policy matters and shall make decisions involving the activities and personnel of the School. They carry out their duties with the close support of members of the School’s leadership team.


Job Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Planning
  • Educational Program
  • Finance, Budget and all Operations
  • Personnel
  • School Plant and Facilities
 
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At Search Associates we are on a journey to create a more inclusive and equitable organization and are committed to help shape a more inclusive and diverse international school community. We recognize that representation in our organization is an essential step, along with creating a culture of inclusion and belonging where people can show up and thrive, no matter their identities.


We strongly encourage applications from perspectives that are missing or underrepresented in our organization, including women, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color), LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates from other marginalized groups.

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