Christian Grammar School Dean & Classical Ed Leader

Paideia Academy; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Paideia Academy in Knoxville seeks a Grammar School Dean to lead the Grammar School culture, collaborate with parents, and implement classical Christian education in alignment with the academy's vision.

The role emphasizes spiritual leadership, faculty development, and administrative planning to support student excellence and adherence to Paideia’s philosophy. Strong commitment to Christian education is essential.

Qualifications

• Exemplify and articulate a saving and growing relationship with Christ.
• Active in a local Protestant Evangelical church with leadership in the body of Christ.
• Willing to be trained in classical Christian educational methods.
• Lifestyle agreement with Paideia Academy Vision, Philosophy, and Foundational Statements.
• Passion for educating children in a Christian environment; experience preferred.
• Willing to collaborate closely with parents in education.
• Committed to academic excellence.
• Committed to lifelong learning.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain student culture in keeping with policies and school documents.
• Encourage students to walk in accordance with scripture and school policy.
• Provide discipline for Grammar School students.
• Support students in daily responsibilities.
• Maintain faculty culture in keeping with policies and Scripture.
• Encourage teachers to walk in accordance with Scripture and school policies.
• Support teachers in daily responsibilities.
• Counsel teachers with questions, frustrations, concerns, etc.
• Observe teachers and provide written feedback.
• Troubleshoot problems in and out of the classroom.
• Assist teachers in understanding and implementing classical education.
• Plan and lead Grammar School department meetings.
• Record notes and communicate to Grammar School faculty (music and art).
• Develop Academic Integrity Plans for Grammar School with Academic Dean.
• Communicate with parents, teachers, students, and administration about behavior or concerns.
• Communicate directives from administration to Grammar School faculty.
• Gather data for summer prep work; write contracts/plans for students with Academic Dean approval.
• Create alternate schedules and class schedules for Grammar School.
• Pursue opportunities for professional development in school administration and culture.

Skills

Christian leadership

Classical education methods

Parental collaboration

Academic excellence

Lifelong learning

classroom management

Education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Paideia Academy in Knoxville seeks a Grammar School Dean to lead the Grammar School culture, collaborate with parents, and implement classical Christian education in alignment with the academy's vision.

The role emphasizes spiritual leadership, faculty development, and administrative planning to support student excellence and adherence to Paideia’s philosophy. Strong commitment to Christian education is essential.