Job Overview

To view the full Opportunity Profile and Process of Candidacy, visit: https://jobfitmatters.com/Ada.

Located in the thriving community of Ada, Michigan, just east of Grand Rapids, Ada Christian School (ACS) seeks a visionary leader to be the new Head of School. An established school of almost 75 years, ACS serves 700 students from Preschool-8th grade, representing more than sixty Grand Rapid area churches. The school is located on a beautiful 36-acre campus that includes an Outdoor Education Center which brings learning to life through interaction with God's creation.

Ada Christian School stands at an exciting moment of opportunity. With healthy enrollment, a dedicated board, and a gifted leadership team, the school is well-positioned for continued growth and mission impact. The next Head of School should be equipped to address important priorities including strengthening the middle school program, building organizational unity following recent restructuring, and ensuring transparent communication across the community. ACS desires a visionary leader who will unite the community and build on its strong foundation.

Laura Coverstone and Ed Poff (615.261.4623) of JobfitMatters Executive Search are partnering with Ada Christian School in this search and invite nominations, expressions of interest, and applications for this position. To view the full Opportunity Profile and Process of Candidacy, visit: https://jobfitmatters.com/Ada.

Job Description

The next Head of School at Ada Christian School will be a deeply respected and trusted leader who shepherds the community with wisdom, humility, and grace. This individual will bring fresh insight to school dynamics and will guide ACS thoughtfully through a season of transition, nurturing both people and programs in the process. As a leader of leaders, the Head of School will invest in staff through mentoring and encouragement, fostering a culture of collaboration, confidence, and excellence in daily operations.

A clear communicator and steady presence, the Head of School will build trust across the Board of Trustees, faculty, families, and students, uniting the community around shared purpose and faith. By integrating a Christ-centered perspective into every aspect of learning, this leader will help ACS live out its mission and vision in tangible, transformative ways. With a heart for service and compassion, the Head of School will inspire the entire community to love one another well and to engage the world with courage, humility, and hope.

As ACS continues to grow, the new Head of School will have the opportunity to assess and shape the leadership structure that strengthen collaboration, streamline communication, and enhance the school's overall effectiveness.