Head of School

Head of SchoolFirst Academy | First Baptist Church Douglas

First Academy is seeking a Christ-centered Head of School to lead the day-to-day operations of the school, support faculty and staff, and help advance the mission of Christian education with a biblical worldview. This person will provide spiritual, instructional, and administrative leadership while working closely with the First Academy Committee and church leadership. First Academy is a Preschool–8th grade ministry of First Baptist Church Douglas, serving approximately 300 students. Learn more at www.firstacademydouglas.org.

Key ResponsibilitiesLead the day-to-day operations of the schoolSupervise, encourage, and support faculty and staffPromote academic excellence, curriculum development, and instructional improvementHelp cultivate and strengthen a Christ-centered school cultureWork with leadership on planning, budgeting, policy, and communicationBuild strong relationships with parents, churches, and the communityPromote the school and support enrollment efforts

QualificationsA clear and growing relationship with Jesus ChristAgreement with and support of the school's statement of faith and missionStrong leadership, communication, and organizational skillsA master's degree in leadership, or willingness to complete one within a specified timeframeEducation certificationAt least four years of successful classroom teaching experience

Position DetailsThis is a full-time, salaried, 12-month contracted position. The Head of School is responsible to the First Academy Committee and Associate Pastor and supervises teachers, staff, part-time staff, and volunteers. The Head of School is expected to be an active member of First Baptist Church Douglas and to serve as a ministry staff member of the church.

To ApplyApplicants should submit the following materials: Resume, Cover letter, Three references, Statement of faith and Personal testimony

Application materials may be sent to: [email protected]