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Join other school leaders who are transforming their practice with ElevateEd.
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Most people assume that a great teacher naturally becomes a great school leader. After all, strong communication, empathy, and instructional know-how are all part of the equation, right?
But here's the uncomfortable truth: the skills that make someone successful in the classroom often aren’t the same ones that drive success in leadership. In fact, they can sometimes get in the way.
At ElevatED Leadership Coaching, our focus is on educators who were promoted because of their classroom excellence—only to find themselves overwhelmed, unsure, and under-supported in training in their new roles. Why? Because leadership requires an entirely different toolkit: strategic vision, difficult conversations, decision-making in ambiguity, and the ability to coach adults instead of instructing kids.
Here’s the reframe:
Moving from teaching to leadership isn’t a promotion—it’s a professional transformation. And it’s one that most independent schools don’t adequately prepare people for.
That’s where we come in. We challenge the assumption that leadership is an extension of teaching. Through targeted coaching, we help leaders build the mindset, behaviors, and influence skills they actually need to lead effectively—and feel confident doing it.
At ElevatED Leadership Coaching, we support independent school leaders at every stage of their leadership journey. Our clients come to us with a wide range of needs — strategic, developmental, and deeply personal — and we meet them where they are with the clarity, partnership, and challenge they need to grow.
At ElevateEd, we empower school leaders—those new to their roles or seeking greater professional growth—with personalized coaching and leadership development. Our mission is to bridge the gap in professional support for these pivotal leaders, offering high-impact services at a cost that aligns with schools’ professional development budgets. Together, we help schools thrive by fostering confidence, capability, and inspired leadership.
After more than 30 years in independent schools — serving as a science teacher, lower and middle school director, enrollment management director, athletic director, development director and associate head of school — I’ve seen firsthand the impact that strong, supported leadership can have on a school community. And through it all, the work that has always fulfilled me the most has been developing other leaders — helping them grow, lead with clarity, and succeed on their own terms. That’s true whether they were emerging from within the faculty or coming in from other schools. Watching them step into their potential and thrive has been the most meaningful part of my own leadership journey.
That’s why I launched ElevatED Leadership Coaching.
Independent school leaders often carry enormous responsibility with little dedicated support. The support that I have received from others and the support that I provided to others, have often meant the difference between success and failure. My passion lies in coaching those who are driving the daily life of schools — division directors, assistant heads, deans, department chairs — the people at the center of everything. These middle leaders are the backbone of a school, and they deserve thoughtful, strategic, and personalized coaching to help them make sense of the complexity around them and lead with confidence.
I believe in collaboration, candor, and practical tools that move leaders forward. I help school leaders think strategically, communicate clearly, and make decisions that align with their values and school missions— all while keeping kids and teachers at the heart of the work.
When I’m not coaching, you can find me chasing my own version of balance — snowboarding and camping in the mountains with my family and friends, biking the Idaho hills, supporting my oldest daughter as a ballet dad, or on the soccer field with my youngest daughter coaching her team. I also make time for what keeps me grounded: meditation, yoga, and the occasional 5 a.m. boot camp.
At ElevatED, I bring my full experience, energy, and insight to support the leaders who make independent schools so incredible — so they can keep showing up for their communities and living into their true, authentic selves.
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Upcoming cohorts, workshops, and speaking engagements — ways to learn and grow alongside Will this year.
Professional Learning Community
Hosted through the Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS).
Online · Monthly, October 2026 – May 2027
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Turning bold vision into lasting action in girls' schools, through the International Coalition of Girls' Schools (ICGS).
Online · Bi-monthly, September – October 2026
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Helping leadership teams break through their stuck spots, at the Association for Middle Level Education (AMLE) National Conference.
In person · Nashville, TN · November 2026
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Connection, Capacity, and Change — hosted by the Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools (ADVIS).
In person · Philadelphia, PA · April 2027
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Leadership is not a one-time intervention. It is a practice.
Choose the level of support that matches your season.
2 Hours Per Month designed for leaders who want consistent reflection and accountability without overloading their calendar.
Structure:
Two 60-minute sessions per month
or
Four 30-minute sessions per month
(We choose the rhythm that best supports your goals.)
Ideal For:
New leaders building confidence
Experienced leaders navigating a specific challenge
Mid-year recalibration
Accountability for strategic goals
You’ll leave each month with sharper thinking, clearer priorities, and forward momentum.
4 Hours Per Month designed for leaders who want weekly engagement and deeper strategic work.
Structure:
One 60-minute session every week
Ideal For:
Leaders in transition
Division Heads and Senior Administrators
Heads of School managing complexity
Leaders building teams, hiring intentionally, or redesigning systems
Weekly cadence builds traction. Patterns surface faster. Decisions become more intentional. Strategy turns into execution.
5+ Hours Per Month — Ongoing partnership for leaders who want a thought partner woven into the fabric of their work.
This is not just scheduled sessions. This is continuous access.
Includes:
Flexible calls and conversations as needed
Project collaboration and strategic planning support
Real-time counsel on personnel, governance, or organizational challenges
Email and voice message feedback and support between calendared conversations
Proactive partnership during key moments of the year
This model works best for Heads of School, Executive Leaders, and Boards who want sustained, high-trust partnership across an entire school year.
Think of it as having a Strategy Therapist in your corner. Someone who sees the system, names what others avoid, and helps you move forward with clarity.
Confidential, judgment-free space
Research-informed coaching practices
Practical tools you can use immediately
Accountability that is firm but human
A focus on sustainable leadership, not reactive survival
Leadership is demanding. Isolation makes it heavier.
You do not need more noise. You need perspective, structure, and someone willing to ask hard questions.
If you’re ready to lead at a higher altitude, let’s begin.
Connecting you to quality, innovation, and trust.
© 2025 · ElevatED Leadership
Bob Kahn
Educational Technology Specialist Brentwood School - Los Angeles, CA