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Job Description
The Head of School serves as the key leader, equipper, and inspiration for the Ireton Christian School community. This individual is responsible for guiding the teachers, support staff, and students toward the school’s mission of providing Christ-centered education. The Head of School oversees all aspects of instruction, personnel, operations, development, and public relations.
To Apply, please provide the following to review:
- A current resume
- A two to three minute video introducing yourself and speaking about your passion for Christian Education
- Responses to the following essay questions (maximum of four pages):
- Describe your spiritual journey of faith in Jesus Christ. Indicate how God is using you in your work, in your church, and in your community.
- How has your relationship with Jesus Christ shaped your career and influenced your decision to apply for this position?
- Describe your experience with Christian Education, both personally and professionally.
- How would you define the marks of educational excellence in a Christian school?
- Describe your leadership and management style and the strengths you believe you bring to ICS and this position.
Please submit your responses, your resume, and two references from the following, a supervisor, a peer, a direct report, or you current pastor.
These will be held confidential until later in the process and you will be asked before we contact these references. All documents should be submitted in word or PDF format to board@iretonchristianschool.com
Applications will be continuously processed until the time that a new Head of School is appointed. All reasonable efforts will be made to protect the confidentiality of candidates.
Questions? Email board@iretonchristianschool.com
Job Requirements
- Lead, mentor, and manage salaried and hourly employees, fostering a collaborative and Christ-centered work environment.
- Supervise all staff to ensure alignment with the school’s mission and high standards of excellence in education.
- Oversee instructional practices and curriculum to ensure a Biblical worldview is integrated across all academic subjects.
- Manage daily school operations, including budgeting, facility use, and policy implementation.
- Cultivate relationships with families, the church, and the community to support enrollment and development goals.
- Serve as the primary representative of the school in public relations and communications.
- Reports directly to the Ireton Christian School Board.
Education Requirements
Successful classroom teaching experience
Master’s Degree (or working toward administrative license)
Related Benefits
Ireton Christian School runs a Monday - Thursday schedule. Staff works on Friday a month. The morning is used for professional development, we have a meal together and then the afternoon is classroom work time!