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Head of School Job Description
“We believe in God-sized tasks and believe that Grace Prep is one of them.”
Point of Grace 40
Our Mission
Grace Prep exists to provide a thorough Christian education that helps students prep for life! While traditional institutions spend time and focus on preparing students for college or for a job, we spend our resources preparing students for life. God has a unique purpose for each student’s life. We believe that school should be a place where that purpose is discovered and developed. This vision is guided by the 40 Points of Grace.
We equip students with a Christian worldview so that they can understand God’s truths regarding real-world issues like history, abortion, politics, wealth, hunger, and marriage. Students learn the relevance of biblical truths, the purpose of evangelism, and the importance of discipleship. Grace Prep students are equipped to intelligently share their faith, discuss evolution, creation, world religions, and influential philosophies. Everything that we do, from playing varsity basketball to choosing the 10th-grade reading list, reflects our commitment to God and grace.
Our Core Values
“We believe in extravagant GRACE.” (Ephesians 3:2)
“We pursue an INTELLIGENT-FAITH.” (I Peter 3:15)
“We practice RADICAL VULNERABILITY and lead with our limp.” (James 5:16)
“We exude QUIRKY JOY.” (I Thessalonians 5:16-18)
“We SERVE with HUMILITY.” (1 Peter 5:6-7; Micah 6:8)
“We seek BIBLICAL TRUTH to facilitate FREEDOM.” (John 8:31,32)
“PRAYER is our work.” (John 15:1-5)
Position Overview
The Head of School serves as the chief executive officer and spiritual leader of Grace Prep, entrusted with advancing the school’s mission and ensuring excellence in Christian education. This role provides visionary leadership, operational oversight, and spiritual guidance to cultivate a thriving learning community marked by academic rigor, biblical fidelity, and organizational health.
In partnership with the Board of Directors, the Head of School leads strategic planning, institutional effectiveness, and financial sustainability. The Head of School is responsible for fostering continuous improvement and building a culture of accountability, stewardship, and mission alignment.
This position is both vocational and pastoral in nature. It requires a mature and vibrant faith in Jesus Christ, a deep commitment to Christian discipleship, and a calling to form students spiritually, intellectually, and relationally.
Grace Prep seeks a leader who understands that Christian school leadership is both shepherding and stewardship—someone who leads with conviction, courage, humility, and vision. The Head of School must believe deeply that the next generation is worthy of their very best and be committed to building a school where truth is taught, character is shaped, and students are prepared to live with wisdom, conviction, and grace.
Main Responsibilities
Spiritual Leadership & Biblical Worldview Integration
⦁ Model and articulate a growing, personal faith in Jesus Christ
⦁ Ensure a clearly defined and consistently integrated biblical worldview across curriculum, policies, programs, and culture
⦁ Lead faculty in intentional spiritual formation of students
⦁ Uphold Grace Prep’s commitment to Christ-centered discipleship and the 40 Points of Grace
Governance & Board Partnership
⦁ Serve as the Board’s sole employee and chief executive
⦁ Implement Board policies with integrity and accountability
⦁ Provide regular reports on academic performance, financial health, enrollment trends, and strategic progress
⦁ Support the Board in long-range planning and policy development
⦁ Maintain clear distinctions between governance (Board) and management (Head of School)
Academic Leadership & Continuous Improvement
⦁ Lead and supervise academic programs to ensure rigor, coherence, and measurable student achievement
⦁ Ensure curriculum reflects both academic excellence and biblical integration
⦁ Oversee faculty evaluation, supervision, and professional development.
⦁ Utilize data and assessment results to guide improvement planning.
⦁ Maintain readiness for accreditation reviews and continuous school improvement processes
⦁ Support college readiness, CLEP opportunities, and diverse post-secondary pathways
Fundraising Leadership
⦁ Serve as the school’s chief fundraiser, cultivating relationships with donors, alumni, and community partners
⦁ Strengthen and grow participation in Pennsylvania’s EITC program
⦁ Lead advancement initiatives including annual fund, capital campaigns, and major gifts
⦁ Partner with the Board to set and achieve fundraising and financial goals
Student Formation & “Prep for Life” Mission
⦁ Cultivate an environment where students are known, discipled, and challenged
⦁ Affirm multiple post-graduation pathways (college, vocational, workforce, gap year)
⦁ Ensure equitable recognition and celebration of diverse student callings
⦁ Promote student safety, well-being, and character development
Financial Stewardship & Resource Management
⦁ Develop and manage an annual operating budget aligned with strategic priorities
⦁ Ensure responsible stewardship of tuition, scholarship funds, and donor resources
⦁ Maintain sound financial controls and transparency
⦁ Plan for long-term sustainability and capital growth
Personnel Leadership & Organizational Health
⦁ Recruit, develop, and retain qualified Christian faculty and staff
⦁ Implement clear job descriptions, performance reviews, and accountability systems
⦁ Foster a professional culture of humility, teachability, collaboration, and excellence
⦁ Ensure compliance with applicable employment and child protection standards
Institutional Advancement & Community Engagement
⦁ Serve as chief ambassador for Grace Prep
⦁ Build strong relationships with families, alumni, churches, and community partners
⦁ Communicate vision, distinctives, and outcomes clearly and consistently
Qualifications
Spiritual Qualifications
⦁ Demonstrated personal relationship with Jesus Christ
⦁ Active involvement in a local church
⦁ Commitment to biblical authority and Christian education
Professional Qualifications
⦁ Proven leadership and administrative experience
⦁ Fundraising and financial management experience required
⦁ Educational leadership experience preferred
⦁ Master’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)
Leadership Competencies
⦁ Strategic thinking and execution
⦁ Emotional intelligence and relational maturity
⦁ Clear and compelling communication
⦁ Organizational leadership and systems thinking
⦁ Commitment to continuous improvement
Compensation & Benefits
Grace Prep offers a mission-aligned executive compensation package designed to reward faithful leadership, strategic growth, and long-term sustainability.
⦁ Base Salary: $85,000–$100,000, based on experience and demonstrated leadership capacity
⦁ Annual Board Review: Structured evaluation with potential merit-based and strategic growth adjustments
⦁ Health Coverage: Medical benefit options available
⦁ Paid Time Off: School holidays and vacation aligned with academic calendar
⦁ Professional Development: Investment in leadership conferences executive growth
The Board is open to structuring additional performance-based compensation tied to:
⦁ Enrollment growth and retention
⦁ Fundraising outcomes
⦁ Financial sustainability benchmarks
⦁ Advancement of accreditation and strategic initiatives
To apply, send your resume and cover letter to searchcommittee@graceprep.com.
References, Statement of Faith, Philosophy of Christian Education, Leadership testimony must be provided upon request.