JOB DESCRIPTION
Vacaville Christian Schools
The school nurtures and educates children from Diapers to Diplomas. Early Education fosters families from Infant through Early Kindergarten; Elementary serves students Kindergarten through Fifth Grade; Middle School comprises Sixth–Eighth Grades; and High School encompasses the traditional Ninth-Twelfth Grades. Enrollment for school year 2017-18 totals 747 students and employees total 124. VCS is accredited with both ACSI and WASC.
Vacaville Christian Schools was founded and functions upon the basic fundamental principles of the Word of God, and it espouses the historic Christian view of life as presented in the BIBLE. Our Statement of Faith and practices are held by every Vacaville Christian Schools employee and school family.
Our strong, forty-plus year commitment to quality, Christ-centered education has resulted in a 99% college acceptance rate. VCS is in the top-20% ranking in the United States for standardized test scores, we are 1st in Solano County for SAT scores and our students have achieved above state-average AP scores in eighteen subjects. We equip students to excel in life and in service to Jesus Christ.
Head of School
Spiritual Leadership
- Establishes the spiritual standard in word and in deed; seeks discernment through prayer for all decisions.
- Provides strong biblical foundation for families, students, faculty, administration and staff. Ensures grace, mercy and accountability are measured in accordance with God’s will.
- Partners with local bible-centered Christian churches to enhance relationships.
Curriculum and Instruction
1. Upholds the academic and ethical standards of the school.
2. Involved and/or leading the processes surrounding talent acquisition and talent management to include guidance, mentoring, supervision, counseling, evaluations, and separations of all staff.
3. Fosters professionalism, collegiality, and ethical conduct in the faculty.
4. Provides for the professional development of the faculty.
5. Stimulates and participates in the dialog about teaching and learning at the school.
6. Supervises the selection of curricula, class schedules, assessments, graduation requirements, and
all aspects of the school’s academic program.
7. Optimizes the physical learning environment and technology in all instructional areas.
Student Life
1. Provides for Christian teaching, character development, and community service.
2. Oversees student athletics, activities and extracurricular opportunities.
3. Supervises the school’s support systems, such as counseling, academic support, before- and
after-school programs, health and wellness, etc…
4. Oversees the school safety programs including building security, emergency procedures,
transportation regulations, fire drills, earthquake preparedness, etc.
5. Promotes a healthy student culture in and out of school.
6. Optimizes all-school gatherings including chapels, assemblies, sporting events, concerts, performances, etc.
7. Administers the school’s discipline policies and standards of conduct.
Business, Finance and School Operations
1. Supervises the business functions of the school, including budget development; monitor and report income, purchasing, payroll, investments, and cash flow; maintain appropriate records; and being responsive to the school’s auditors.
2. Oversees all talent management and employee relations, such as contracts, compensation, benefits, job assignments, job orientation, performance evaluation, retentions and separations, personnel records, employee handbooks, etc.
3. Oversees the repair, maintenance and cleaning of the buildings, grounds, vehicles, and all plant operations.
4. Plans and executes all major capital purchases, repairs, and building projects.
Admissions, Marketing and Financial Aid
- Supervises and assists the admissions functions of the school, including recruitment
programs, internal messaging, external outreach, website and social media management.
- Supervises the admissions decision-making process, including administration of the school’s
financial aid program.
- Evaluates the non-traditional student opportunities, including international and homeschooling, to enhance the school’s mission.
Advancement and Fund-Raising
1. Plans and optimizes the school’s fund-raising programs such as the annual fund, capital
campaigns, planned giving, and major events.
2. Supervises the school’s development efforts in identifying, cultivating, and communicating with past and prospective donors. Create and maintain an endowment fund.
3. Oversees the school’s relations with its alumni including development and maintenance of
the alumni database, communications programs, and special events.
4. Supervises all volunteer efforts such as those provided by students, the parents’ association, booster club, alumni council, etc.
Primary Board Accountabilities
1. Keeps the board informed of all matters relating to the school through updates and
reports at board meetings and immediate communication following major happenings.
2. Provides data to assist the board in its work.
3. Makes recommendations to the board for approval of the operating and capital budgets, and personnel policies.
4. Seeks direction from the board on new initiatives.
5. Assists the board chair and/or executive committee in setting board and committee meeting
agenda and discussion topics.
6. Staffs the board’s strategic planning process.
7. Jointly with the board, sets annual goals for his/her performance.
8. Provides documentation materials for the board to use in his/her evaluation.
9. Sees that board records and minutes are properly filed, and otherwise assists the board in its work
as asked.
10. Cooperation in supporting the organization by willingness to perform any tasks as requested by
the Board.
Competencies
1. Developed strong Biblical foundation and seeks pastoral counsel.
2. Passionate about connecting with and inspiring students, teachers, faculty, and staff.
3. Skilled in identifying problems and brainstorming potential solutions.
4. Good at planning and organizing; attentive to details.
5. Astute financial planning and fundraising abilities.
6. Excellent at written and oral communication, as well as digital presentations.
7. Highly diplomatic; empathetic and sociable.
8. Adaptable to changing circumstances and environments; will embrace new ideas.
Educational Requirements
1. Master’s Degree in Education Administration or five years’ equivalent experience.
2. Initiative to pursue continued professional development and network.
Acknowledgement
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or accountabilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, accountabilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Employee signature below constitutes employee’s understanding of the requirements, essential functions, competencies, qualification and duties of the position.
Employee Signature: Date:
(The Board of Directors reserves the right, at any time, with or without notice, to alter or change job accountabilities, reassign or transfer job
positions, or assign additional job accountabilities.)
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