Reports to: Head of School
Status: Full-time, exempt
Start Date: July 1, 2026
Priority deadline for the first review of applications is March 20, 2026. If you would like your application to be considered in the first review, please submit all materials by this date.
Lick-Wilmerding High School is a private school with public purpose, serving 560 students in grades 9-12 in San Francisco. Since its founding in 1895 as a vocational school, Lick-Wilmerding High School has built upon a long tradition of valuing and integrating the liberal arts, sciences, technical arts, visual arts and performing arts to offer a robust college-prep curriculum. LWHS has a rich and distinctive academic program, with thriving departments, vibrant student life, and signature initiatives like the Center for Civic Engagement and the Public Purpose Program. Faculty and students are passionate, engaged, and driven by values that reach far beyond the classroom.
The Executive Assistant to the Head of School is a highly experienced and proactive administrative leader, responsible for managing sensitive, complex administrative functions and serving as a strategic partner to the Head of School and the school’s leadership team. This position manages the flow of information with the highest degree of discretion and independence, supports organizational initiatives, ensures seamless operations, and directly contributes to cross-departmental collaboration.
The Executive Assistant serves as a primary point of contact for staff, parents, and external stakeholders, reflecting the school’s values and standards in all interactions. Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, technical, and leadership skills are required, as well as trusted handling of confidential information and decision-making in a multifaceted environment.
