Denver Christian School Head of School

Job Description

Located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Denver Christian School has faithfully cultivated a legacy of providing an excellent Christian education in the Denver metro area for over 100 years. Currently serving over 965 students in preschool through 12th grade, Denver Christian provides an accessible, world-class, whole child, Christian education where students flourish every day in every way.

The Denver Christian School Board of Trustees is seeking a faith-driven,

dynamic, visionary leader to inspire and guide the school community towards

future achievements. The Head of School will possess a vibrant personal faith and commitment to Christ along with a genuine passion for nurturing students’ academic, spiritual, and personal growth. He or she will excel in cultivating a sense of community, contributing academic and operational leadership expertise, and demonstrating significant experience in fundraising and strategic resource management. Combining these strengths with the current increase in enrollment, unprecedented fundraising achievements, and a campus expansion, Denver Christian is well-positioned for further growth and development.

Laura Coverstone and Ed Poff (615.261.4623) of JobfitMatters Executive Search are partnering with Denver Christian School in this search and invite nominations, expressions of interest, and applications for this position.

To learn more about this search and candidacy process, visit our website to view the Opportunity Profile and search video: https://jobfitmatters.com/DCS.

• Demonstrated vibrant and mature Christian faith and active involvement in a local church.
• Proven experience in educational leadership, preferably 10+ years in an administrative role.
• Strong executive: relational, organizational, fundraising, and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication, emotional intelligence, collaboration, and interpersonal abilities.
• Thorough understanding of executive school management and operations.
• Ability to inspire and motivate faculty, staff, and students.
• Commitment to Denver Christian School’s mission, vision, and values, and covenantal Christian standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a board of trustees with demonstrated outcomes.
• Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and best practices impacting Christian education.
• Understand, honor, and embrace a Reformed perspective on Christian education.