Secondary Principal

Basic Function of Position:

Lead the grade-level team academically and spiritually and work with the complete administration team on all-school initiatives. Directly responsible to the Academic Director for students and staff in 6th-12th grades.

Key Responsibilities:

• Spiritual Leadership
• Model and promote a Christ centered lifestyle in all aspects of school leadership.
• Encourage spiritual growth among staff and students.
• Integrate biblical worldview and Christian values into academic and extracurricular programming.
• Academic and Instructional Leadership
• Oversee curriculum development and implementation in alignment with ACA and ACSI standards.
• Ensure high academic expectations and student achievement.
• Support and evaluate teachers through regular observations, feedback, and professional development planning.
• Promote innovative and effective teaching methodologies.

Administrative Leadership:

• Lead the secondary school team in daily operations, including scheduling, discipline, communication, and crisis management.
• Collaborate with the Head of School and other administrators to achieve strategic goals.
• Oversee student assessment, data analysis, and reporting processes.
• Coordinate with parents, staff, and the broader school community to foster effective partnerships.
• Personnel and Student Supervision
• Supervise and support secondary school faculty and staff.
• Ensure a safe, respectful, and inclusive school environment.
• Support student wellbeing, discipline, and development.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 2–5 years of experience in educational leadership, preferably in a Christian or international school.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written); Spanish proficiency is a plus.
• Strong understanding of Christian education philosophy.
• Proven leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Alignment with ACA’s Statement of Faith and commitment to the school’s mission.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a multicultural or international setting.
• Familiarity with American based curriculum models.
• Experience in instructional coaching and staff development.