Principal
Company: Albany Christian School
Location: Albany
Posted on: October 28, 2024
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Job Description:
ACS Administrator Job Description Position : Albany Christian
School Administrator (Principal) I Position Summary: The ACS
Administrator will function as a complementary addition to the
overall leadership team of Willamette Community Church, giving
specific leadership and direction to Albany Christian School (P-8)
and most specifically for grades K-8. Under the direct oversight of
the WCC Lead Pastor, and in close coordination with the ACS Board,
the Administrator will be responsible for the leadership,
administration, and supervision of the school and its staff.
Specific duties and responsibilities are outlined below. II
Organizational Relationships & Accountability: The Administrator
will be directly responsible to the WCC Lead Pastor, and under the
ultimate authority of the WCC Elder Board. For the purpose of
coordination and organizational unity, he/she will function as a
member of the "church" staff team as well as being a member of
Willamette Community Church. For the purpose of coordination and
organizational unity he/she will meet regularly with the Elder
Board and Church Staff and be considered a vital part of the
overall church leadership. He/she will receive a formal, written
evaluation from the WCC Lead Pastor each year in conjunction with a
salary review. III Responsibilities: A. Spiritual Leadership of the
School The Administrator provides spiritual leadership to the
school staff and student body by initiating and providing time to
meet with teachers in devotion and prayer. Spiritual leadership is
also accomplished by the following: Encouraging and assisting the
faculty in the integration of Biblical principles in all subject
areas. Overseeing weekly chapels to worship, teach, and give
special spiritual emphasis. Encouraging a spirit of Christian unity
and fellowship in the faculty and staff. B. Administration of the
School The Administrator is responsible for the accomplishment of
organizational objectives of the school. This is done in the
following capacities: Making reports as required by the School
Board, Willamette Community Church, and/or local or state
departments. Leading the School Board in setting up and supervising
the school calendar, the agenda for monthly Board meetings, the
annual budget, and the school policy handbook for staff. Approving
all admissions, transfers, promotions, accelerations, retentions,
suspensions, or expulsions for K-8 in line with the policies
adopted by the School Board. Interviewing prospective students and
their parents for K-8 enrollment. Supervising the administration of
proper tests to prospective students. Locating, interviewing, and
recommending teachers and other school personnel for employment.
Recommending to the School Board teachers (K-8) who should not be
rehired. Working with the teaching staff (K-8) and the Preschool
Director. C. Supervision of / Relation to staff The Administrator
is responsible for the overall supervision and well- being of
Teaching Faculty (K-8), Preschool Director and Support Staff. This
is accomplished by the following: Overseeing the scheduling and
coordination of all class periods and other school activities for
K-8, such as P.E., chapel services, duty rosters, etc. Overseeing
the scheduling of supervision for K-8 of the playground, halls,
gymnasium, cafeteria, and restrooms. Ensuring that the K-8 teachers
and staff understand their duties and responsibilities. Encouraging
the professional growth of the K-8 faculty. Counseling with
teachers, students, and parents in solving problems. Using
classroom visits and interviews to help K-8 teachers increase their
professional effectiveness. Overseeing K-8 teacher teaching
credential validation. Dealing with problematic staff issues
according to Matthew 18:15-17. Representing the needs and interests
of the school staff before the School Board. D. Relationship to
Students The Administrator develops an approachable climate and
tries to get to know each K-8 student personally. He/she is also
responsible for developing in each student a wholesome respect for
constituted authority in the school, to maintain good pupil control
and discipline and to handle all serious discipline problems beyond
the responsibility of the teacher. This includes: Establishing and
supervising proper standards of pupil conduct. Establishing and
maintaining a consistent standard of discipline. E. Office
Management The Administrator oversees and supervises the school
office personnel. He/she is responsible for overseeing that
accurate financial records of Albany Christian School (P-8) are
maintained and ensure office personnel perform accurate attendance
and enrollment record keeping for all students. F. Public Relations
The Administrator represents the school to churches, schools, civic
and community organizations. He/she communicates regularly with the
school parents by newsletter and/or other forms of communication.
He/she also promotes WCC to families. G. Leadership within WCC The
Administrator represents the school within the church (in settings
such as Elder/Staff Meetings), and in a broader sense, functions as
a vital part of the church leadership team in setting direction,
teaching, providing care, and helping to implement strategic
ministry. Flourish at Home Take care of self: Lead yourself.
Setting personal goals and striving for them. Take care of your
body, your mind, your soul so that out of your abundant life, you
can serve others. Take care of your family: Love and support your
family. Take care of the minds and souls of your family as this is
a microcosm of what you are doing with your public ministry. IV
Compensation/Benefits: The ACS Administrator salary will be DOE
plus benefits as stated below. Insurances: QSEHRA Vacation/Sick
days: PTO - 20 days per year/30 days maximum Retirement: 403b
Tuition Discount Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3
years Bonus/Commission: No
Keywords: Albany Christian School, Beaverton , Principal, Education / Teaching , Albany, Oregon
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