Mission-Driven Head of School | Kingdom Education Leader

Waldo Solutions; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance paid in full

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Health Savings Account

Health Reimbursement Account

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Parkway Christian School, a ministry of Bethesda Christian Church, in Sterling Heights, MI, seeks a mission-driven Head of School to lead the team and uphold biblical education across spiritual and academic programs.

The Head of School will shape short- and long-term goals, develop staff, engage parents, oversee curriculum and accreditation standards, and manage budgets and fundraising. A Master’s in education plus 3+ years teaching and 2+ years admin are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education or a related field.
• 3+ years of teaching experience.
• 2+ years of administrative experience preferred.
• Deep biblical foundation and commitment to integrating faith with education.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of curriculum development, instructional theory, and best practices in education.
• Ability to unify and inspire staff.
• Vision for academic and spiritual excellence.
• Ability to handle administrative and financial responsibilities.
• Practicing Christian willing to make Bethesda your home church.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership for Kingdom Education: Develop and implement short- and long-term goals; provide reports and guidance for effective implementation aligned with Kingdom Education principles.
• Staff Development and Support: Facilitate professional development for staff in philosophy, methodology, and best practices; provide individualized support as needed.
• Parent and Community Engagement: Educate parents on their role in Kingdom Education; increase community awareness of its benefits and values.
• Curriculum Planning and Oversight: Direct curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation to align with Kingdom Education and accreditation standards.
• Faculty Oversight and Evaluation: Assign and evaluate instructional staff; maintain updated job descriptions; ensure alignment with school mission and goals.
• Instructional and Academic Leadership: Set academic goals; evaluate teaching strategies and methodologies; collaborate with leadership on instructional effectiveness.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Analyze standardized test data to guide curriculum and instruction; inform the Board of results and trends.
• Research and Policy Monitoring: Stay current with educational research and emerging policies, present relevant findings to the Board.
• School Culture and Climate: Lead vision meetings; conduct interviews with incoming and outgoing students to support a positive and mission-aligned school culture.
• Financial Oversight: Prepare and manage budgets; monitor expenditures; ensure budget adherence.
• Fundraising and Resource Development: Research and develop alternative revenue sources; support and oversee fundraising efforts.
• Admissions Leadership: Provide leadership and oversight for admissions; uphold policies aligned with the school’s mission and values; review and approve enrollment decisions.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Staff Development

Parent Engagement

Curriculum Planning

Faculty Oversight

Academic Leadership

Data Analysis

Policy Monitoring

School Culture

Budget Oversight

Fundraising

Admissions Leadership

Education

Master’s degree in education or related field

Job description

Parkway Christian School, a ministry of Bethesda Christian Church, in Sterling Heights, MI, seeks a mission-driven Head of School to lead the team and uphold biblical education across spiritual and academic programs.

The Head of School will shape short- and long-term goals, develop staff, engage parents, oversee curriculum and accreditation standards, and manage budgets and fundraising. A Master’s in education plus 3+ years teaching and 2+ years admin are preferred.