James Bonsey

James Bonsey

Associate Head of School for Finance & Operations

Tabor Academy

James Bonsey joined Tabor in 2023 after serving as the Associate Head of School/Chief Financial & Operating Officer at the Kingsley Montessori School in Boston. During his time at Kingsley, James has overseen several expansion projects and successfully helped the school navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic, including sourcing and opening a temporary third campus to allow the school to return to in-person learning. Prior to Kingsley, James was an Intern Principal at Conservatory Lab Charter School in Brighton, MA and a Social Studies Teacher at Middle Creek High School in Apex, NC. In addition to his professional roles, James is a member of the Board of Trustees at The Cambridge School of Weston in Boston, MA and has previously served as the Board Chairman of Carter Community School in Durham, NC. Prior to his time in education, Bonsey worked in real estate development with firms in Boston, MA; Durham, NC; and London, England.

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Past Webinars

  • Enrollment Forecasting as a Strategic Financial Tool This item is protected

    May 8, 2026
    This webinar presents a strategic approach to enrollment forecasting that blends the enrollment team’s relational insights with financial analysis and data modeling. Learn how to strengthen projections using internal data alongside external signals.

  • There's More Room for Change Than You Think This item is protected

    April 24, 2026
    To stay competitive in today’s educational landscape, independent schools should modernize spaces by aligning with evolving pedagogical trends and technology advancements. Learn how existing spaces can be transformed to better serve a campus community.

  • Effortless Efficiency: Payroll to Performance This item is protected

    April 13, 2026
    Efficiency is paramount through the entire Human Resources function. In this webinar, HR leaders and business officers will explore how to streamline workforce management from payroll processing to performance evaluation.

  • Mission (and Margin) Possible: Leveraging Campus Assets This item is protected

    March 30, 2026
    From summer programs and rentals to strategic partnerships, schools can unlock new income streams. This webinar explores practical strategies to maximize underutilized assets, assess operational readiness, and design sustainable initiatives.

  • Blending Respect and Efficiency in the Business Office This item is protected

    February 20, 2026
    Join members of NBOA’s volunteer Human Resources Council for a practical discussion on strategies to safeguard your working hours without compromising collegial relationships —all while saving time.

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