Principal

Position: Principal

Reports to: Head of School

Position Summary

The Principal serves as the primary instructional and day-to-day building leader of Manheim Christian School (MCS). Working under the leadership and direction of the Head of School, the Principal provides Christ-centered leadership to students, staff, and families while overseeing the academic program, staff development, student experience, and daily operations of the school.

The Principal should demonstrate a personal commitment to Jesus Christ, model Biblical leadership, and actively support the mission, vision, and values of MCS.

Qualifications

The successful candidate should possess:

• A clear and personal profession of faith in Jesus Christ and demonstrated commitment to Biblical truth.
• Active participation and regular fellowship in a local Evangelical Christian church.
• A commitment to the mission, vision, values, and Christian identity of MCS.
• A minimum of five years of experience in education, with a minimum of three years of actual classroom teaching experience.
• Strong instructional leadership, organizational, relational, and communication skills.
• Experience in curriculum development.
• Experience in educational leadership, administration, instructional coaching, or a comparable leadership role preferred.
• A graduate degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Administration, or a related field and/or a PK–12 Principal or ACSI Administrator Certificate preferred, with a willingness to pursue applicable certification.

Primary ResponsibilitiesSpiritual Leadership

• Model a Christ-centered life characterized by Biblical integrity, humility, and servant leadership.
• Help establish and maintain a distinctly Christ-centered culture throughout the school.
• Encourage the spiritual growth of students and staff.
• Promote the integration of Biblical truth and a Christian worldview throughout curriculum and instruction.

Instructional Leadership

• Provide leadership and oversight for curriculum, instruction, assessment, and academic programming.
• Supervise daily school operations and ensure policies and procedures are implemented consistently.
• Observe, evaluate, coach, and support staff while providing opportunities for professional growth.
• Lead regular staff meetings and promote a collaborative, Christ-centered staff culture.
• Monitor student achievement and school-wide assessment data to support instructional improvement.
• Lead in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, and onboarding of students and staff.
• Oversee daily school operations, including schedules, supervision, programs, and consistent implementation of policies and procedures.
• Serve as ACSI Accreditation Coordinator, guiding internal committees, partnering with the HOS to advance accreditation, and serving as liaison with IU13 and other educational partners.
• Maintain regular and effective communication with students, staff, and families.
• Maintain and balance the school’s curriculum/educational budget.
• Provide educational updates to the Board of Trustees at Board Meetings when requested.

Collaboration & Community

• Develop strong relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Partner with parents to support student success and address concerns.
• Represent MCS professionally and with Christ-likeness within the school and broader community.
• Support the Head of School in carrying out the mission, vision, and strategic direction of MCS.

Leadership Characteristics

The Principal should demonstrate:

• A committed and growing relationship with Jesus Christ, modeling Biblical principles, integrity, humility, and professionalism.
• A servant-leadership approach and a deep commitment to Christian education and the mission of MCS.
• Strong instructional leadership with a commitment to academic excellence and continuous school improvement.
• A visible, approachable, and relational presence who builds trust with students, staff, families, and school leadership.
• The ability to provide accountability, make difficult decisions, and navigate conflict with wisdom, grace, and appropriate confidentiality.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to listen well, communicate clearly, and effectively manage multiple priorities.

Relationship with the Head of School

While the Principal focuses primarily on instructional leadership, staff development, student life, school culture, and daily school operations, the Head of School provides broader organizational leadership and oversight.

The Principal is expected to:

• Support and implement the vision and strategic direction established by the Head of School and Board of Trustees.
• Provide recommendations and insight to the Head of School regarding instructional programming, staffing, student needs, and school improvement.
• Work collaboratively to ensure consistency and alignment throughout the organization.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit the following materials for initial consideration:

• A current résumé or curriculum vitae.
• A cover letter describing the candidate's interest in serving as Principal of Manheim Christian School.
• A personal statement of Christian faith/testimony, including how the candidate's faith influences his or her approach to leadership and Christian education.
• Two Spiritual/Pastoral References: References should be pastors, elders, or other church leaders who can speak to the candidate’s Christian faith, character, involvement in the local church, and spiritual maturity.

Candidates should provide each reference's name, relationship to the candidate, organization/church, phone number, and email address.

Additional references will be requested as candidates advance in the selection process.

Application Submission

Interested candidates are encouraged to visit manheimchristian.org for complete position details and application instructions.

Application materials may be submitted through our website or emailed to [email protected]. For additional information or questions regarding the position or application process, please contact us at the email address above.

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person