Founding Head of School — Classical Christian High

0000 Great Hearts America; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Realon Christian Academy, a Great Hearts Academies Partner School, is hiring a Founding Head of School to launch a private classical Christian high school in Charlotte, NC. The role focuses on sustaining a joyful, faith‑filled community while upholding intellectual seriousness and moral formation for grades 9–12.

The Head of School will lead faculty, oversee operations, and partner with families and community stakeholders to achieve strategic and financial priorities as the school grows from

Qualifications

• Active Christian faith and a personal life consistent with Christian leadership.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required; advanced degree in education, leadership, the liberal arts, theology, or a related field preferred.
• At least three years of successful school leadership experience as a dean, assistant head of school, principal, or comparable role; leadership experience in a classical or Christian high school preferred.
• Demonstrated excellence in classroom teaching and in the development, coaching, and evaluation of teachers.
• Deep understanding of classical education and a well‑grounded vision for the intellectual, moral, and spiritual formation of young adults.
• Experience leading high‑school academic programs, student culture, family communication, and operational functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school in faithful execution of its Christian mission, and strategic priorities.
• Recruit, onboard, supervise, develop, and retain excellent teachers and campus leaders.
• Oversee curriculum implementation and instructional program; plan faculty meetings and professional development.
• Lead campus leadership team in coaching, data review, and academic intervention.
• Ensure the academic program serves all students, including those needing extra support or advanced challenge.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding priorities, progress, events, and community life.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Strategic vision

Relationship building

Teaching excellence

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Realon Christian Academy, a Great Hearts Academies Partner School, is hiring a Founding Head of School to launch a private classical Christian high school in Charlotte, NC. The role focuses on sustaining a joyful, faith‑filled community while upholding intellectual seriousness and moral formation for grades 9–12.

The Head of School will lead faculty, oversee operations, and partner with families and community stakeholders to achieve strategic and financial priorities as the school grows from