Reid Temple Christian Academy Early Childhood Director

Overview

Reid Temple Christian Academy is a Pre-K to 8th grade school located in Glenn Dale, Maryland and is accredited by the following governing bodies:

• The Association of Christian Schools International
• The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
• The Maryland State Department of Education (certified and licensed)

The Reid Temple Christian Academy (RTCA) Head of School serves as the lead educator and administrator of the institution. The Head of School’s primary roles and responsibilities are to provide organizational leadership; executive administration; faculty and staff development; implement and evaluate curriculum; and to provide clear and effective communication to the RTCA community. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of and experience in the areas of grants and development.

The Head of School must have the vision to implement the RTCA mission while addressing the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, social, and physical growth of each student.

Under the leadership of the Head of School, the Head of Early Childhood Education (PreK-1st grade) and the Head of Lower School/Head of Upper School will work collaboratively to ensure that RTCA operates in accordance with established policies and procedures that lead to an instructional program that results in high academic achievement for all students.

Skills and Abilities

• A committed Christian that maintains a relationship with God and fully agrees with and embraces the RTCA statement of faith.
• Demonstrated history of effectiveness in leadership of a Christian or Independent school
• Leadership experience at a school with a robust language program
• Several years of experience as a classroom teacher, ideally in a K-8th grade school setting
• Demonstrated acumen for mentoring and guiding the professional development of classroom teachers while cultivating positive relationships.
• Possesses the skills and abilities to build a high performing team and to effectively lead and mentor a dedicated, energetic faculty.

Minimum Qualifications

• Commitment to providing a holistic Christian education which ministers to the whole child - body, mind, and spirit.
• A Master’s Degree in Educational Administration or related field.
• 5 years of administrative experience in a Christian or independent educational setting including collaborative work with parents and teachers, including at least three years working in a lead, supervisory, or management role.
• At least 3 years of administrative experience in a district, local, state, or federal educational agency where oversight included more than one school or educational program, leadership experience includes affecting curricular change, including program development and implementation (preferred)
• 3 years of experience at a school with a language program (preferred).
• Demonstrated success in designing, implementing, and achieving school improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with current and applicable learning technology.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office.

Supplemental Information

Final candidates will be subject to background and financial checks as part of the employment process. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.

Salary

Initial salary placement will be based on years of relevant full-time equivalent experience. Please include all relevant full and part-time experience in your application that you want RTCA to review towards potential placement. Hired employees will not have an opportunity to update past experience or appeal initial placement after the time of hire.

Benefits include:

• Voluntary retirement plan, life insurance, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Personal and Sick Leave

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Reid Temple Christian Academy that all applicants for employment and all employees are recruited, hired, and assigned on the basis of merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, or disability, or any other legally protected status.

How to Apply

Interested, qualified candidates should submit the following in .pdf format:

• A cover letter stating your skills and abilities to execute the roles and responsibilities outlined herein is required in addition to your resume.
• Current resume (maximum 3 pages in length)
• Statement of educational philosophy and practice.
• List of at least five references (3 professional, 2 character) with name, title, phone number, and email address.

Submit all application documents via email in Adobe .pdf format to:

Ms. Hirut Thompson
Human Resources Associate
Subject: Head of School Search

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
1. Daily Symptom Screening
2. Routine Covid Testing
3. Classroom Pods

Application Question(s):

• Commitment to providing a holistic Christian education which ministers to the whole child-body, mind, and spirit
• At least 3 years of experience at a school with dual language learning
• The ability for final candidates to receive child care background clearance and financial checks
• Familiarity with current and applicable learning technology

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Education administration: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000