Head of School — Classical Christian Education Leader

Society for Classical Learning; Stevensville (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

LCA is seeking a Head of School to serve as the chief spiritual, academic, and operational leader, accountable to the Board and dedicated to advancing the school’s mission. The role leads faculty, staff, and day-to-day operations while upholding a Christ-centered culture.

The ideal candidate will grow organizational systems, develop leaders and faculty, and position LCA for healthy, sustainable growth. They will listen well, build trust, and lead with humble confidence across the school and

Qualifications

• Faithful follower of Jesus Christ with integrity and mature faith.
• Aligned with LCA’s mission, Statement of Faith, biblical worldview.
• Deep commitment to classical Christian education and alignment with SCL philosophy.
• Demonstrated leadership with strong relational and organizational gifts.
• Humility, teachability, and coachability, with ability to listen, receive counsel, build trust, and lead.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to build relationships with faculty, staff, students, parents, Board, churches, donors, and community.
• Ability to recruit, develop, mentor, evaluate, and retain excellent faculty and staff.
• Administrative and organizational competence to establish systems promoting clarity, accountability, and sustainability.
• Ability to partner with a governing Board while leading day-to-day school operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for spiritual, academic, and operational aspects of the school.
• Lead faculty and staff development, evaluation, and mentorship.
• Oversee budgeting, enrollment, HR, facilities, safety, and school administration.
• Collaborate with Board, families, and the community to advance the school’s mission.
• Ensure Scripture and gospel inform academic, relational, and organizational life.
• Plan for sustainable growth in enrollment, staffing, programming, and facilities.
• Lead development, fundraising, marketing, and community engagement efforts.
• Represent the school to churches, donors, and civic partners and build strong partnerships.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree or higher in education, theology, leadership, or related field

Job description

LCA is seeking a Head of School to serve as the chief spiritual, academic, and operational leader, accountable to the Board and dedicated to advancing the school’s mission. The role leads faculty, staff, and day-to-day operations while upholding a Christ-centered culture.

The ideal candidate will grow organizational systems, develop leaders and faculty, and position LCA for healthy, sustainable growth. They will listen well, build trust, and lead with humble confidence across the school and