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Job Description
The principal, as administrator of Lafayette Christian School (LCS), leads students, parents, faculty, and staff with a servant attitude. The principal possesses and exemplifies a deep, strong commitment to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. The principal guides the school in the mission of Christian education, preparing students for a life of Christian discipleship, responsible stewardship, and humble service in Christ’s Kingdom.
- Mission
- Lafayette Christian School excels in Christ-centered education and equips each unique child to love and serve God in all of life.
- Vision
- Lafayette Christian School educates students for a lifetime of learning and service to God. Our talented faculty, staff, and administration are committed to Christ-centered education from preschool through eighth grade. LCS prepares students to develop their unique talents, gifts, and interests to explore God’s purpose for their lives, and to develop critical thinking skills and to take ownership of Biblical truth.
- Philosophy
- The purpose of the Lafayette Christian School is to equip young people to live a Christian life of service in this world and to be transforming agents in the Kingdom of God.
- It is our belief that God directly commands that children of Christian parents be trained in the fear of the Lord. The authority and responsibility for this training of children resides in the community of Christians and with the parents. Parents may, however, seek cooperation of the Christian church and teachers who are competent to assist in carrying out God’s command.
- ‘These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.” (Deuteronomy 6: 6,7)
- The supreme standard of the Lafayette Christian School Society is the scripture of the Old and New Testaments, herein confessed to be the infallible Word of God, and interpreted in the ecumenical creeds and the historic Reformed confessions.
Job Requirements
Job Requirements
- Administrative
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- reports directly to the Board of LCS
- works with the Board to identify where God is leading the school, implementing plans as they are adopted
- attends all meetings of the Board and its sub-committees as needed
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- Spiritual
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- sets the spiritual climate of the school
- demonstrates the fruit of the Spirit and a Christ-like heart
- builds a Christian community of parents, students, teachers, and staff
- believes, espouses, and upholds the Reformed Biblical perspectives of the Christian faith at LCS
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- Vision
- The principal ~
- communicates LCS’s vision and mission within the school community and to the greater Lafayette area
- continues to seek ways to strengthen the school in reputation, community, education, facility…i.e. is future-focused
- fosters relationships with other Christian schools, congregations, and supporters
- guides development initiatives to support the schools resources
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- School Climate
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- fosters the academic and spiritual growth of the students
- communicates in order to create a spirit of community and trust throughout the school
- disciplines as needed in order to maintain a positive and safe experience for everyone at LCS
- creates a supportive working environment for all teachers and staff
- actively participates in after school events and activities, encouraging the same of others
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- our yInstruction
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- is the educational leader of the teaching staff
- provides leadership of the school curriculum and classroom instruction
- evaluates the teaching staff, the assistant principal, temporary staff, and substitute teachers
- works with the Board to recruit and hire teachers
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- Operation
- The principal ~
- works with the Board to maintain a safe and efficient school environment
- leads the administrative team to effectively manage school operations
- hires and supervises support staff (custodian, office, lunch, etc.)
- works with the Board to develop and administer the budget
- supervises the admission of students
- oversees the structure of all aspects of the school day and calendar year
- oversees student health and educational records
- completes all required documentation and reports
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Education Requirements
Education and Certifications:
- has a Master’s degree or above in elementary education administration
Qualifications:
- portrays a positive Christian witness to the school community and the community at large
- embraces and pursues the purpose and mission of LCS
- possesses enthusiasm, optimism, intuitiveness, empathy, and self-assurance in dealing with people and issues
- possesses understanding of the child, child development, and the learning processes of children
- possesses understanding of the teaching/learning process
- is knowledgeable about curriculum content and development
- has classroom teaching experience and administrative experience
Related Benefits
Related Benefits:
Offered salary will be commensurate with credentials and experience.
The expected range is $80,000 to $105,000.