St. Mary’s Episcopal School
HEAD OF SCHOOL
MEMPHIS, TN
About
St. MARY’s EPISCOPAL SCHOOL
MEMPHIS, TN
St. Mary’s Episcopal School is a college-preparatory school for girls from 2 years old through 12th grade in Memphis, Tennessee.
At St. Mary’s Episcopal School, we’ve been a leader in educating girls since our founding in 1847. Long before women had the right to vote, our visionary founder, Mary Foote Pope, was passionate about providing girls with the very best education possible. Nearly 180 years later, we remain the experts in how girls learn. Our all-girls environment fosters a unique space where young women are empowered to be bold, confident, and intellectually curious, laying the foundation for future success.
The next Head of School at St. Mary’s will join a thriving institution supported by a dedicated and experienced administrative team. Senior leadership includes an Associate Head, four Division Heads, a CFO, the Chaplain, and numerous Directors.
St. Mary’s has enjoyed strong and stable leadership for more than twenty years. Albert Throckmorton, who will conclude fifteen years as Head in 2027, previously served eight years as Assistant Head. His predecessor served for nine years.
Governance is provided by a 26-member Board of Trustees composed of alumnae, current and past parents, and community leaders. The Episcopal Bishop of West Tennessee and the Rector of the Church of the Holy Communion serve as ex officio, voting members.
St. Mary’s is guided by a five-year Strategic Plan, released in 2025, which focuses on Institutional Excellence, Living Our Episcopal Identity, and Financial Strength. A link to the plan is provided on the previous page.
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Applications are now being accepted. Interested candidates should provide a resume, a cover letter that outlines qualifications for the position, a statement of leadership, and five references with contact information, in a single attachment.
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