Charles Armstrong School - Chief Financial Officer

Reporting to Head of School, Neil Tuch, the CFO is a vital member of the Leadership Team and a key advisor to the Head of School. The CFO also plays an active role on the Board of Trustees’ Finance, Audit, and Buildings and Grounds committees. At Armstrong, the Leadership Team functions as a highly cohesive, congenial and convivial unit, collaborating closely within a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The school is making progress on its major initiatives for the 2026-2027 year, including the next strategic plan, and they are thrilled that construction is well underway on the first phase of their 15-year Campus Plan project! The ideal CFO will be an adept multi-tasker, an excellent communicator, and a skilled relationship builder. Strong connections with the staff, faculty, families, leadership team, Board of Trustees, and the Belmont community are essential for driving these and other strategic initiatives forward.

The Position

The CFO is a 12-month senior administrative role that will play a pivotal part in advancing Armstrong’s Strategic Plan. The CFO will oversee all aspects of the school’s financial and operational health, including banking and investment activities, accounting, human resources, IT, facilities, capital projects, and security/safety. Armstrong seeks a leader with both a sharp analytical mind and well-developed emotional intelligence—someone who is not solely focused on numbers, but is also deeply engaged in the school community. This role calls for an individual with a strong belief in Armstrong’s mission, and a genuine commitment to supporting students on their educational journey. Armstrong is financially strong with zero debt, fully-owned land and buildings, and a strong enrollment, setting a solid foundation for the CFO to make long-term, meaningful impact.

Procedure to Apply

Armstrong looks for colleagues who can inspire, lead, guide, and teach students with dyslexia and related learning differences. We value educators, specialists, and support staff who are collaborative, flexible, and positive in their mindsets about teaching and learning. Armstrong offers its faculty expert training and support in all of its curricula, particularly in literacy programs. Charles Armstrong School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following materials confidentially as a single PDF file:

• A cover letter indicating the candidate’s particular interest in and qualifications for the position
• A current resume
• The names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of five references, including at least two recent supervisors. References should speak to your ability to be an effective educator and administrator, to work successfully with children, and to work collaboratively and collegially with adults (references will be contacted only with the candidate’s permission). Please indicate your relationship with each reference (e.g. supervisor, colleague, or direct report).

The salary range for this position is $220,000-240,000.

Please address any questions by email to ara@strategenius.org.

Search Calendar

• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with a priority to those submitted by December 15, 2026.
• Interviews will take place between December and February, or until the position is filled.
• Start date: First half of 2027 (there is some flexibility)