Head of School

Position Description

BLUEGRASS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (BCA)

HEAD OF SCHOOL

Job Description

Created: May, 2022

Hired by: Board

Salary/Wage: Dependent upon education and experience

Reports to: Board

Oversees: All school employees and volunteers

MISSION

“Bluegrass Christian Academy partners with families in the education of their children through a distinctly Christ-centered, classical, and covenantal education to form them into God-honoring men and women who grow in virtue, wisdom, and service to others for the rest of their lives.”

Bluegrass Christian Academy (BCA) is a non-denominational, Classical Christian school dedicated to providing a quality education with rigorous academic standards from a Biblical worldview. Offering preschool through 12th grade, BCA provides students a wholesome learning environment with low student to teacher ratios. BCA is committed to a Classical curriculum that provides a distinct Christian perspective academically with an emphasis on Christian values, service, and leadership.

The Head of School will lead under the direction and guidance of the Board. The Head of School (hereafter HoS) will enthusiastically share vision, a zeal for learning, a passion for the gospel, and godliness. HoS will embody the school’s goals, values, and visions. HoS will lead as a gentle, humble servant of Christ, who possesses boldness and courage in fulfilling the school’s mission and goals. HoS will articulate and project a vision within the school of Christian wisdom.

HoS will support faculty in creating an atmosphere that inspires wonder and love of learning by modeling and encouraging lifelong learning, by integrating a faith-filled Christian orthodoxy; by modeling and encouraging humility and charity toward students; by modeling and encouraging perseverance, diligence, and repentance; by modeling and requiring personal virtue, both academically and morally; by establishing and fostering a covenant community characterized by charity and hospitality in relationships with students, parents, and colleagues; and most of all, by demonstrating the love of the Triune God in teaching, serving, and living from a whole heart. HoS will shepherd students by helping them to live in light of our mission, ordering their loves toward the true, the good, and the beautiful in obedience to Christ, inspiring them with wonder at the glories of God’s Word and God’s world, and encouraging them to cultivate the gifts that God has given them in service of one another.

HoS will exhibit administrative competence and efficiency in ensuring that the school finances and files are kept in good order, budgets are met, and timely and accurate communication with stakeholders is maintained.

Fidelity to Bluegrass Christian Academy’s Mission and Vision

1. Demonstrates loyalty to the school and support of its mission
2. Comprehends, embraces, and articulates classical education philosophy and pedagogies to teachers, students, and parents; continues to grow in this understanding and commitment
3. Possesses and continues to cultivate a deep appreciation of Christian theology, liberal arts, philosophy, literature, and history of the broader Western intellectual and cultural tradition, as well as their integration with the disciplines of math and science, music, and art
4. Agree with and adhere to the school’s Statement on Marriage, Gender and Sexuality
5. Agree with and adhere to the school’s Statement of Faith

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Oversees Faculty and Day-to-Day Operations
   Provides formal leadership for all employees and volunteers
   Oversees development of appropriate policy manuals for the Board, staff, faculty, and students
   Oversees overall management of day-to-day operations of BCA, delegating and overseeing assigned tasks to the staff
   Interacts with Parkway Baptist Church regarding day-to-day operational items and facility maintenance
   Oversees development of schedule and classes
   Teaches at least one class per semester
   Executes all budget planning and oversees operational finances, under the authority of the Board Treasurer, and in conjunction with other appropriate staff and outside entities
   Fulfills all other tasks delegated to the HoS by the Board
2. Faculty and Staff Development
   Models the skillful practice of classical education philosophy and pedagogies in the classroom
   Has final approval of formal recommendations to curriculum changes subject to Board Approval
   Responsible for faculty recruitment, interview, and selection
   Responsible for the operational aspects of onboarding staff and faculty and issues all offers of employment, renewals, and adjustments
   Where necessary, tasked with terminating staff/faculty in conjunction and cooperation with the Board
   Annually conducts Performance Evaluations for each staff and faculty member
   Oversees Professional Development, Classical Pedagogy, Curriculum content, etc.
   Ensures appropriate training is completed
   Conducts staff meetings and participates on committees within the area of responsibility, and provides regular opportunities for Faculty and Administration training
3. Student Services
   Oversees and conducts interviews with prospective students and their families, focusing on theological fitness, student and parental commitment, and academic readiness
   Develops and maintains relationships with students, functioning as an authoritative and engaging presence on campus
   Functions as the primary communicator with students and parents in cases of serious misconduct, supporting faculty in necessary communication with students and parents in cases of lesser misconduct or academic struggles
   Ensures accurate records are kept and maintained by teachers and office personnel
4. Maintaining Communication
   Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with students and parents concerning students’ academic, social, and behavioral progress
   Cooperates with staff in assessing and helping students with health, attitude, learning, and behavioral problems
   Leads, supports, and encourages staff in carrying out their responsibilities, listening and responding to concerns, mediating grievances, offering advice on behavioral and academic issues, and facilitating cooperation among staff members
5. Community Relations
   Spearheads and plans Community Information Meetings and other school promotions
   Responsible for developing or overseeing the Chapel schedule and recruiting local pastors and deacons to lead Chapel services
   Oversees social media presence and school promotion within the local community
   Maintains a community presence as the public “face of the school”
6. Liaison with the BCA Board
   Submits regular written and/or oral reports to the Board regarding the planning for and well-being of BCA, and the implementation of all Board policies
   Serves as an ex-officio member of the BCA Board
   Submits for approval to the Board recommendations concerning staff and student dismissals, annual budgets, tuition and fees, and policy manuals
7. Upholds Professional Standards of Conduct
   Complies with Statement of Faith and Code of Conduct in the Student Handbook; upholds and enforces rules, administrative directives and regulations, school policies, and local, state, and federal regulations
   Articulates and facilitates the implementation of the mission and values of BCA
   Safeguards confidentiality of privileged information
   Maintains professional relationships and works cooperatively with employees, the community, and other professionals
   Maintains professional competence through individual and staff training, in-service educational activities, and self-selected professional growth activities
   Maintains conduct befitting a disciple of Christ, particularly in public conduct and conversation, recognizing that even when not formally carrying out Head of School duties, the Head of School’s conduct, speech, and demeanor will reflect on the school
   Performs other tasks related to area of responsibilities as requested or assigned by the Board
   Conforms to BCA policies, including attendance, absences, and evaluations
8. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Experience Skills
   Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
   Flexibility, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
   Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone
   Knowledge of computer systems, financial procedures, and legal requirements
   Knowledge of school policies on immunization, medication, first aid, emergencies, and child abuse and neglect
   Knowledge of all laws, regulations, and guidelines affecting students
   Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques
9. Abilities
   Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects, and coordinate the work of others
   Ability to speak well, clearly, and confidently in public on a daily basis
   Ability to maintain positive relationships with students, parents, community members, and staff
   Ability to learn and use GradeLink for making assignments and keeping a gradebook
10. Preschool
    Act as Preschool Director and abide by all regulations, policies, and procedures

Education and Licensure
Preferred Master’s Degree; minimum Bachelor’s Degree
Liberal Arts and/or Classical Education background preferred
Maintain current infant/child CPR and first aid certification