Upper School Assistant Principal (6th-8th)

Cornerstone Christian Academy•Middleburg, VA

10d

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Head of School, the Assistant Principal will oversee the day-to-day Biblically grounded academic instruction and Christian character development of students. The Assistant Principal will work with teachers and staff and be primarily responsible for managing the policies, regulations and procedures. This individual will serve as a minister of Christ in all activities performed as an employee of Cornerstone Christian Academy/Cornerstone Chapel. The Assistant Principal will ensure that all students are instilled with a Biblical worldview and supervised in a safe and loving Christ-centered learning environment. The Assistant Principal must be willing to take the leadership role in serving the students, their parents, the faculty and staff, and the community at large while upholding the mission and vision of CCA as set forth by the CCA School Board, its Chancellor, and the Head of School. The Assistant Principal must have a strong and active relationship with Jesus Christ, a willingness to lead with a humble heart, a passion for Christian education, and a calling to serve at Cornerstone Christian Academy. The Assistant Principal will seek to perform all duties as unto the Lord, relying on the Holy Spirit for guidance, and completing all tasks with excellence

Requirements

Master’s Degree (or higher) in Education or Administration from an accredited university
Minimum three (3) years of classroom teaching experience in a public school or accredited nonpublic school that requires licensure
Virginia Teaching Certificate or eligible for certification
Certificate in Educational Leadership or equivalent experience required
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Articulate and engaging presenter
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively and tactfully communicate with leadership, peers, faculty, students, parents, volunteers and the external community
Strong leader who is able to motivate others
Able to provide Biblical counsel to students and parents when dealing with difficult situations
Must be skilled at technology and its applications within the school
Affirms CCA’s Articles of Faith
Regular attender of Cornerstone Chapel
Exemplifies Christian behavior in attitude, speech and actions towards others
Responsible leader who adheres to high ethical standards
Displays a high degree of emotional intelligence as evidenced by sensitivity to others and willingness to listen and take responsibility for actions / mistakes
Maintains a modest, professional, and clean personal appearance consistent with school policy

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as an Educational Administrator preferred
Previous experience working in a Christian school environment preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee the development, implementation and evaluation of curriculum ensuring alignment with the overall mission and vision of the school
Review and approve all teacher-generated lesson plans
Ensure that the school is well equipped with teaching materials, supplies and other needed resources
Oversee all achievement and standardized testing
Ensure accuracy of all student records
Implement effective student reporting and evaluation procedures
Recommend resources to optimize student learning
Collaborate with the CCA finance department to review annual budgets and make recommendations for needs and expenditures
Directly supervise and annually assess all staff and recommend staff development opportunities through conferences and workshops
Manage staff schedules and annual events calendar
Follow all established personnel management procedures
Tactfully and prayerfully counsel employees and manage employee issues in accordance with Biblical principles and with a spirit of grace
Conduct regular classroom visits in an effort to provide encouragement and constructive feedback to teachers
Identify hiring needs within the teacher team and oversee the recruitment and selection process
Ensure compliance with all laws and regulations
Oversee book and supply orders for grades 6-8 as directed by the Head of Upper School (7-12) and Director of Academics.
Organize and oversee achievement and standardized testing and exams for grades 6-8 as directed by the Head of Upper School (7-12) and Director of Academics
Assist with teacher evaluations for grades 6-8 as directed by the Head of Upper School (7-12) and Director of Academics.
Manage various administrative tasks involving grades 6-8 as directed by the Head of Upper School (7-12).
Lead by example to encourage the development of a positive Christian school culture
Enforce the school’s disciplinary policy, dress code, and standards of behavior
Be the initial point of contact for disciplinary issues involving students in grades 6-8
Maintain records of student behavior incidents and coordinate parent meetings to address disciplinary actions
Provide for the safety, supervision and health of all students while under the care of the school
Demonstrate the fruit of the spirit through genuine love and care for all students
Demonstrate positive interpersonal relationships with parents by proactively engaging in regular communication, responding to parental concerns, and encouraging parental involvement in school events and activities
Monitor teacher correspondence with others and sit in on parent-teacher conferences when needed