Granada Islamic School

Head of School, Administrator


Position Title: Head of School

Position Type: Full Time

Number of Positions: 1

Start Date: 2026-09-01

Location: 3003 Scott Boulevard, Santa Clara, CA, USA

How to apply

The application must include.

  1. Cover letter
  2. Resume
  3. Supplemental question responses
  4. At least 3 professional references.

To learn more and read the full job posting, please click here.

The selection process will consist of standard competitive hiring practices, that includes an evaluation of the

applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions.

Email the entire package to: Board@granadaschool.org

Contact

Name: GIS Board

Title: GIS Board of Directors

Email: board@granadaschool.org

Granada Islamic School

GIS is seeking its next Head of School to lead the new chapter focused on strategic growth, academic excellence, and leadership for the next generation. To learn more and read the full job posting, please click here.

We invite all eligible applicants to apply 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

You may email all application items to Board@granadaschool.org for consideration.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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.

Pay & Benefits:

BenefitsCompetitive salary range: starting $130,000/year, commensurate with experience,aligned with Bay Area independent school benchmarks;Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage;Professional development and continuing education funding;Tuition remission for eligible dependents;A warm, faith-centered community deeply invested in your success and well-being;The opportunity to shape Islamic education in Silicon Valley for generations to come.

Position Type

(Full Time)

Start Date

2026-09-01

Contact

Name: GIS Board

Title: GIS Board of Directors

Email: board@granadaschool.org

School Information

Granada Islamic School

3003 Scott Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA

http://www.granadaschool.org

Attachments