Job Description
Overall Responsibility: The Head of School must be a spiritual leader with strong faith who embodies a passion and long-term commitment to the mission, values, and goals of Chicago West Side Christian School through providing an academically rigorous education from a Biblical perspective to our diverse student body. This person is responsible for leading the staff, supervising the day-to-day activities of the school and developing an effective team structure to provide for the educational, spiritual and social/emotional growth of students. The Head of School will provide leadership and ensure the school operates effectively, efficiently and with integrity. The Head of School is accountable to and reports to the Board of Directors on a regular basis.
Job Requirements
- M.A., M.S. or MEd in Educational Leadership preferred or in pursuit of receiving
- Demonstrated history of effectiveness in leadership of a school
- Experience as a classroom teacher, ideally in a K-8 school setting
- Previous experience in Christian education preferred
- Demonstrated acumen for mentoring and guiding the professional development of classroom teachers
- Proven record of quickly assimilating into new environments, identifying areas for improvement and effecting change, while cultivating positive relationships
- Possesses strong and compelling written and verbal communication skills
- Possesses strong administrative and organizational skills and demonstrates an ability to manage multiple tasks and parties through effective use of time and resources
Education Requirements
M.A., M.S. or MEd in Educational Leadership preferred or in pursuit of receiving
Related Benefits
Health insurance @ 100%; family at 50%
403(b) board contribution of 4%
Life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, ADD
Tuition discount of 50% for children attending CWSCS