About the Search
On May 20, 2025, Tom Elieff, Head of School, announced that he will retire from his leadership position at Ann & Nate Levine Academy at the end of the 2025–2026 school year. In a joint message with Board President Julie Wilkofsky '93, Mr. Elieff expressed his deep appreciation for the Levine community and his pride in the school’s growth and accomplishments during his tenure.
This page will serve as a central hub for information and updates related to the Head of School search process, with new details shared as they become available.
Search Committee
Sandy Haymann Marks, Trustee, P '23, '25
Andrea Steiger, Chair, Board of Trustees, P'29, P'33
Julie Wilkofsky '93, Trustee, P '23, '25, '28
Marc Grossfeld, Trustee, P '19, '21, '25
Max Friedman, Trustee, P '34, '37
Sarah Davis '01, Trustee, P '33, '35
Hylton Jonas, Past Trustee, P '88, '94, GP '18, '20, '24
Steven Rosson '01, P '30, '33
Yael Twito '98, Director of Advancement, P '27, '30
Liz Lawlor, K8 Principal
Rabbi Feivel Rubinstein, Director of Jewish Life and Learning, P '37
Nicole Solman Rosenbaum, Early Childhood Director, P '34, '37
Search Consultants
Ann and Nate Levine Academy has partnered with Carney, Sandoe & Associates (CS&A), a nationally recognized education search, recruitment, and consulting firm, to lead the search for our next Head of School. With over 45 years of experience serving independent schools, CS&A brings deep expertise in guiding institutions through the process of identifying, recruiting, and hiring exceptional school leaders.
Known for their highly personalized approach, Carney Sandoe takes the time to understand the unique strengths, culture, and needs of each school to ensure the best possible match. We are pleased to be working with Skip Kotkins as our lead consultant and look forward to the thoughtful leadership he will bring to this important process.
Communications
June 20, 2025: Search Firm and Search Committee announced
May 20, 2025: Mr. Elieff's retirement announcement with letter from Board Chair Julie Wilkofsky '93
Contact Information
Members of the Levine community are welcome to share recommendations of candidates with the Search Committee. Please feel free to reach out to Sandy Haymann Marks or Skip Kotkins directly to share your input.