Delmarva Christian School - Head of School

Next-Ed•Georgetown, DE

50d•Onsite

About The Position

Delmarva Christian School (DCS), a PK2–grade 12 Christian school serving families across the Delmarva region through its Georgetown and Milton campuses, is seeking a Head of School. Founded in 1999 with a mission to proclaim the Gospel by preparing students spiritually, academically, and physically to know and do God's will, DCS serves approximately 600 students with 96 faculty/staff, an average class size of 15, and an average SAT of 1119. The school has a $7M operating budget, over 40 athletic teams, clubs, and extracurriculars, and its students complete over 5,720 community service hours yearly. DCS is accredited by MSA-CESS and ACSI. The Head of School will report directly to the Board of Directors and will serve as the sole executive employee, acting as the steward of DCS's mission, champion of its vision, and leader of the community. This role is entering DCS at a significant time, with two campuses uniting, a $35 million capital campaign completed, and a community ready for future leadership. The school's endowment exceeds $6 million, and DCS owns its 60-acre campus and facilities debt-free.

Requirements

An understanding of an education anchored in the truth and grace of Jesus Christ
Good character
A love for people
Business acumen
A vibrant, growing relationship with Jesus Christ
The ability to communicate with clarity and warmth across all constituencies
A genuine calling toward the mission of Delmarva Christian Schools
Understanding that faith and intellect belong together and a Jesus-centered education is distinct
Good delegation and communication skills to steward the school's growth in enrollment, employees, and facilities.

Responsibilities

Hold staff and students to high standards of achievement, conduct, and professionalism, ensuring that school and Board policies are lived out.
Lead the ongoing development of the school's living curriculum, delegate wisely, and champion Matthew 18 principles for conflict resolution.
Complete state and ACSI reporting accurately and on time.
Model a love for the Lord and cultivate a campus culture where spiritual growth is an atmosphere.
Keep school policy anchored to God's Word and build partnerships with families and churches.
Construct and lead a strong leadership team, managing the full employment cycle: recruiting, interviewing, training, evaluating, and handling performance improvement or separation conversations.
Manage the school's resources, from the strategic financial plan to the annual budget, with care and share financial accountability with the Board.
Oversee the development program, guide the annual fund and capital campaigns, and work with the Director of Advancement to meet with major donors, build relationships, and cast a vision for investment.
Take ownership of facility safety and daily operations, hold maintenance and custodial teams to a high standard, and serve alongside them.
Maintain a current Crisis Management plan.
Be a visible, active presence at recruitment events, extracurriculars, and in daily conversations with students and parents.
Uphold DCS's Employee Handbook, resolve conflict biblically, and remain open to mentoring while investing in mentoring others.