Principal: Upper School (KCA)

Everyone is welcomed at OCBF. It is our sincere desire that all men, women, boys, and girls come into a saving knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ and experience daily the power of His eternal love. A believer can increasingly grow into an intimate, vibrant relationship with Christ as he or she becomes more grounded in His Word.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide vision and direction to all members of the school community that is consistent with the overall mission, vision, core values, and purpose of the school.
• Build and sustain a cohesive, integrated team approach among the members of the KCA Education Committee, school leadership team, faculty, staff, parents, and students.
• Ensure the school provides a safe and secure environment for students and staff.
• Develop and evaluate educational programs and services that align with and conform to the standards and policies established by the Elder Board of OCBF, the KCA Education Committee, and all applicable educational agencies (AdvancEd, ACSI, etc.).
• Collaborate with the OCBF Human Resources Department to recruit and hire those that are spiritually compatible, professionally qualified, and committed to serving in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of OCBF.
• Establish and maintain a culture of excellence, professional and spiritual growth, and continuous improvement at the school in all areas.
• Work with the KCA Leadership to oversee faculty development of Christ-centered academically challenging curriculum that is consistent with the KCA’s core values and mission statement.
• Lead the administration and faculty in using student assessment data to determine learning successes and areas where KCA may improve academic achievement.
• Maintain the crisis preparedness plan and facilitate personnel site safety, evaluating and updating this plan annually.
• Ensure all school regulatory mandates and accreditation requirements are met with excellence and are communicated to the KCA Education Committee, administration, faculty, and staff.
• Conduct annual performance reviews of faculty and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding personal student and employee information.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and / or Experience

Masters’ degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or closely related field is required. Certification in administrative leadership. Experience as a Christian School Head of School or Principal is required. Experience as a Christian School classroom teacher is preferred. Knowledge of, and experience with leading ACSI accreditation renewal and compliance. Willingness to secure a Texas Child Care Director’s license if selected.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Spiritual Commitment

All employees are expected to commit to Christ and to the philosophy, ministry, and vision of OCBF and to help the church to meet the spiritual, social, emotional, and physical needs of the church family.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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