Vice Principal of Guidance and Curriculum

CALVARY CHAPEL OF COSTA MESA • Santa Ana, CA

93d • $72,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa (CCCM) is a Jesus Formed Community on Mission. Community, Formation and Mission are the three main ways that we believe we are to live out our discipleship to Jesus. Through Gospel teaching, training, and resources, God’s people are enabled to take their discipleship into their own hands by living out the listening, serving and helping posture of Jesus in our church community. Calvary Chapel Schools (CCS) was established to meet the educational, social, and spiritual needs of the children of Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa. CCS is a ministry of CCCM, building up Christian leaders in mind, body, and soul through Biblical truth, character development, and strong academic pursuits, enabling students to serve and enjoy Christ and their community. The Vice Principal of Guidance & Curriculum serves as a key member of the high school’s leadership team, overseeing academic programming, curriculum development, and student guidance. This role ensures that all students receive a Christ-centered, rigorous education that prepares them for college, career, and a life of faith. The Vice Principal partners closely with faculty, staff, and parents to support student success, while upholding the mission and values of the school.

Requirements

• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and commitment to the mission of Christian education.
• Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or related field (preferred).
• Experience in academic administration, curriculum development, or student guidance.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to lead teams effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to support students’ academic, spiritual, and personal growth.

Responsibilities

• Agree with and live out the vision and values of CCCM as outlined in the Statement of Faith.
• Be an example to those with whom you come in contact and with whom you serve by exuding the love of Christ.
• Understand that it is a privilege to serve the Lord in vocational ministry and that those who serve God on staff at CCCM are expected to embrace a high biblical, Christ-like standard of conduct and lifestyle, both public and personal.
• Oversee specialized programs, including the STEAM, Computer Science, and Bilingual Certificates.
• Supervise processes for A–G course audits, AP audits and exams, dual enrollment programs.
• Address academic dishonesty cases in partnership with faculty.
• Chair or actively participate in the Curriculum Committee.
• Oversee curriculum guide development and textbook adoption.
• Design and facilitate professional development for curriculum and instruction.
• Monitor weekly student grade checks and ensure interventions are implemented.
• Conduct weekly TeamUp calendar checks to support academic consistency.
• Coordinate SSAT meetings and provide academic support for students with learning needs.
• Plan and host the annual Christian College Fair.
• Manage administration of AP and PSAT exams.
• Partner with support staff on SSAT meetings to ensure student needs are met.
• Supervise the Library Assistant in providing academic resources to students and faculty.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees