Head of the Lower School

Note: This is a full-time position that will begin July 1, 2025 (with training beginning June, 2025).The Head of the Lower School provides vision, leadership, and direction to the Lower School. This position supervises the administration of academic programs and initiatives, supports and empowers faculty, and fosters a school culture of academic excellence, spiritual formation, and a flourishing lower school community in keeping with Delaware County Christian School's mission. This position also leads all administrative functions of the Lower School, reports directly to the Assistant Head of School, and participates on the Executive Team, Leadership Team, and Academic Team.Requirements:Personal commitment to Jesus Christ and a solid understanding of the Word of GodUnderstanding of and alignment with DC's philosophy of Christian EducationMaster's Degree in education or related fieldFive years or more experience in teaching at the Lower School level and five years of Administrative Leadership experience in a school setting, including oversight of daily operations and management of faculty and staffSkills Required:Strong verbal and written communication skillsStrong critical thinking skills and a solutions-oriented mindsetStrong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence with a demonstrated commitment to servant leadershipStrategic leader able to cast vision for and implement strategic initiativesAbility and ease with public speakingAbility to make Christ-centered decisions with a mission focus while maintaining a collaborative environmentAbility to manage multiple constituencies with diplomacy and positivityDuties and Responsibilities:Provide leadership for the academic program to plan and implement, with division faculty, a comprehensive educational program designed to provide an exemplary and innovative educational experience that meets the needs of all learnersMonitor student achievement data to inform school-wide instructional effortsSupport the Director of Student Support Services and gifted instruction for the divisionFoster, in conjunction with the faculty, a spiritual formation program designed to augment and amplify the spiritual development efforts of the home and churchPlan, implement, and coordinate with faculty/staff a comprehensive and consistent program of student conduct, including procedures for student disciplineIn conjunction with the Director of Operations, establish, implement, and review safety procedures and crisis management for the protection of students and faculty/staff in case of a campus emergencyPlan, implement, and supervise, in conjunction with faculty/staff, an appropriate student activity and co-curricular programMonitor and manage, in conjunction with the guidance department, a guidance and counseling programImplement the DC Framework for Teaching and Banding system for the continuous process improvement of teacher supervision, evaluation, and developmentIn conjunction with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction, oversee the induction program for new faculty in the divisionMonitor and manage, in conjunction with the Assistant Head of School, Director of Curriculum, Academic Team, and faculty, a consistent and effective process of curriculum review and evaluationParticipate as an active member of the executive team, academic team, leadership team, and enrollment and retention committeesEnsure ongoing effective communication between home and school through general meetings, written communication, and personal contactsWork collaboratively with the Parent Volunteer Organization and promote parent involvement where appropriateIn conjunction with the Assistant Head of School and the Director of Finance, develop and provide oversight of the annual budget for the divisionPlease check the school's website regarding personal faith alignment and apply if you believe that we are a best-fit school for you to develop personally, professionally, and spiritually. To apply, please complete our Staff Application, including Questions for Personal Response. Please contact Lori Chung at lchung@dccs.org with questions.In addition to your resume, please complete and attach the Staff Application when applying.

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