Gowan Group is pleased to announce that both Villa Maria School in Stamford, CT and Feynman School in Bethesda, MD have chosen Gowan Group to lead the searches for new Directors of Admissions and Financial Aid.
A new school of five years old and approximately 60 students, Feynman is a small school by design as its mission is focused on teaching students who are designated as gifted learners. A differentiated approach, a caring and supportive environment grounded in the philosophy of Richard Feynman, The Feynman School is poised to become one of the stalwart schools of its kind. The mission of the school states,
"Feynman School is an independent co-educational school for academically gifted children in Bethesda, MD where bright, curious, creative children, surrounded by like minds, can explore their gifts and fulfill their potential."
If you or someone you know may be interested in learning more about this search, please contact Chris Pryor at cpryor@thegowangroup.com. Gowan Group is honored to partner with Feynman School as they continue to establish themselves as one of the more forward thinking learning communities. Visit the Feynman website here, and you can view the position description here Feynman Admissions Director Position Description.
Villa Maria School of Stamford, CT, seeks an experienced and innovative individual to lead and advance the School's Admission operation. The Director has primary responsibility for all aspects of developing, implementing and achieving the goals of a robust recruitment plan. These efforts would include: developing and maintaining a network of referral sources, cultivating parent and alumni volunteers, coordinating applicable communications materials, and, administering the financial aid program.
The new Director will report directly to the Head of School and will work closely with senior administrators, faculty, the Board of Trustees and volunteers to achieve the stated goals. The ideal candidate will have several years of experience in admissions and a track record of innovation and results. Building relationships, communicating effectively and working within the Villa School culture are critical. Salary and benefits will be competitive.
Learn more about Villa Maria School here.
Candidates are requested to send a cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation to David Beecher who is leading this search. One can reach him at dbeecher@thegowangroup.com