Secondary Principal (Grades 7-12)

Bellevue Christian School


Type of Job Full-Time
Job Category Administration
Post Date January 23, 2026

Job Description

Secondary Principal (Grades 7-12)

Clyde Hill Campus | Clyde Hill, WA

Working Hours: Full-Time; 1.0 FTE

Salary: between $115,000 – $123,000, depending on experience

Start Date: around July 1, 2026

Job Summary:

Bellevue Christian School is seeking a faith-filled, experienced, and inspirational leader to serve as the Junior and High School Principal. This role provides spiritual, instructional, and administrative leadership to ensure students receive a comprehensive, Christ-centered education. The principal leads faculty and staff, inspires innovation, and collaborates with parents to uphold the mission of BCS. The ideal candidate is a dedicated Christian educator with 7+ years of combined administrative and teaching experience in secondary education.

The principal will have a proven ability to lead teams, implement best practices, and foster a culture of faith and academic excellence. Strong relational, organizational, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with a commitment to mentoring faculty, supporting students’ spiritual and academic growth.

Responsibilities

School Program:

  • Provide students a well‑rounded, Christ‑centered education.
  • Develop and oversee academic programs that integrate a biblical worldview with academic excellence.
  • Address and resolve concerns fairly and respectfully.
  • Foster a welcoming and professional school environment through collaboration, communication, and service.
  • Manage timely submission of reports and compliance documentation.
  • Participate in student recruitment, admissions, and promotional efforts. Attend, facilitate, present, and/or supervise evening events including, but not limited to concerts, athletics, award events, open house, parent orientations, selected school board meetings, and graduation.
  • Ensure efficient scheduling of classes, staff, and resources to maximize student learning outcomes.
  • Maintain student records and update the student handbook as needed.
  • Implement a consistent, mission‑aligned discipline system.
  • Develop and manage the annual budget.

Faculty Leadership: 

  • Recruit, supervise and evaluate faculty, ensuring alignment with the school’s education and spiritual mission.
  • Lead faculty and staff meetings, ensuring clear communication and goal alignment.
  • Collaborate with the leadership team on curriculum development, policy updates, and professional development.
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and retention.
  • Use data to drive continuous improvement and support professional development through mentorship and training.

Community Engagement: 

  • Engage parents and community groups in student activities and school initiatives.
  • Maintain strong relationships with parents, students, and the broader community, representing the school in various settings.
  • Encourage parent engagement and volunteer involvement.

Additional information about this role can be found in our opportunity profile:

2026-27 BCS Grade 7-12 Principal – Opportunity Profile


Job Requirements

Ideal Qualifications and Attributes

The ideal candidate will be a mature Christian who models a personal, authentic relationship with Jesus Christ and demonstrates a commitment to the local church.

Additionally, the candidate will:

  • Hold an earned master’s degree, with 7+ years of teaching and educational leadership experience, preferably including within a Christian education environment.
  • Experience reporting to a Board is preferred.
  • Be well‑versed in biblical knowledge and integrate Christian worldview into all aspects of learning.
  • Demonstrate wisdom, discernment, and the ability to manage confidential information.
  • Possess proven leadership skills and a commitment to growing as a servant‑leader, building a high‑performing team.
  • Be an effective communicator who can motivate others, manage change, and clearly convey the school’s mission and vision.
  • Demonstrate an ability to plan, set priorities, and implement work in a disciplined manner, keeping multiple projects progressing to completion simultaneously with minimal direction.
  • Balance “big picture” thinking with attention to detail.
  • Possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Be skilled in strategic management, program development, and evaluation.
  • Have a strong understanding of educational regulations.

Additional Details:

  • Required OSPI fingerprint/background clearance
  • Must be in agreement with BCS Doctrinal Statement

Education Requirements

Hold an earned master’s degree, with 7+ years of teaching and educational leadership experience, preferably including within a Christian education environment.


Related Benefits

Benefit package includes: Medical, dental, and vision coverage options. Employer discretionary 403b contributions. Company paid life insurance and long-term disability. Paid time off includes paid sick and personal time. Bellevue Christian School Tuition Discount for Dependents.


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