Ken Derby is a lifelong educator dedicated to improving the U.S. independent school employment landscape. After working in private international schools for much of his career, Ken decided to continue his career in independent schools in the U.S. Ken discovered it was next to impossible to access detailed information about independent schools he was considering as potential employers. Frustrated by the lack of transparency in the industry, Ken founded The Schoolhouse Grapevine with a mission to empower educators and provide them with the information needed to make informed career choices. The company’s data-driven platform offers insights into salary ranges, benefits, school culture, academic integrity, community, and more, addressing the critical disadvantage faced by job seekers in the independent school market. Through The Schoolhouse Grapevine, Ken is committed to fostering a more transparent and efficient employment market, benefiting both educators and independent schools. Outside of his professional pursuits, Ken enjoys spending quality time with his wife and dog, indulging in his interests such as traveling, photography, reading, writing, fitness, and savoring spicy food and chocolate chip cookies.