Head of School

Position Description

Overview:

The NCCS Head of School (HOS) is responsible for the institutional excellence of NCCS, effectively leading and managing the responsibilities of the HOS role in line with the school’s mission, vision, and values. This includes, and is not limited to supervising all employees and the daily operations of the school both academically and administratively ensuring the ongoing health and safety of the school, its staff, and its students. This position position, available for the 2027-28 school year.

Our next HOS will work to advance our existing 5-year plan. Specifically, the HOS will work to: Maintain and elevate NCCS’ deep commitment to classical education principles and excellence. Obtain accreditation from an outside Christian and classical education-oriented organization. Increase retention in our Logic and Rhetoric school levels. Support, love, and grow NCCS faculty and staff. Increase NCCS’ capacity to support student learning differences and challenges.

Responsibilities:
• Leading the NCCS school & community with vision and purpose in alignment with the school’s values, and strategic goals.
• Ensuring the health and growth of the school by recruiting qualified teachers, new students & families and by maintaining strong class sizes and high retention rates.
• Building and maintaining healthy rapport and relationships with NCCS families, students, and staff as evidenced by strong school spirit, school growth, and retention.
• Demonstrating leadership & commitment to NCCS students & families by partnering with parents to support students’ academic success, character development, and discipleship including taking disciplinary action when necessary, resolving conflicts in a diplomatic, timely, and biblical manner, and guiding families, students, and teachers toward biblical solutions.
• Developing, evaluating, and supervising teaching & support staff to ensure excellence in classroom instruction, curriculum, and day-to-day school operations.
• Creating a positive culture of learning that embraces academic excellence, character development, and social /emotional growth in its students as evidenced by a love for learning, academic achievement, leadership & service opportunities, engagement in school programs and extracurriculars, and ultimately, school growth.
• Managing school facilities and operations, including Extended Care Program (ECP), in compliance with state requirements, certifications, and safety regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of three years educational leadership experience preferred; a minimum of five years Christian School experience preferred.
• Experience in classical education a plus.
• A profession of faith in the saving grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and visible outward expression of faith and demonstrated Christ-like character.
• Commitment to the statement of belief held by NCCS (link below).
• A passion for classical education accompanied by a strong desire to build a Christian community of learning.
• A love for and understanding of students and their unique needs and gifts.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills necessary to build rapport with and to exert a positive influence on staff, students, parents, and the NCCS community.
• Proven ability to resolve conflict in a timely, diplomatic and biblical manner while guiding those involved toward biblical solutions.
• Strong leadership & delegation skills.
• Openness to personal growth and willingness to maintain a healthy working relationship with the school’s board of directors.

Application Process:
– Review the full recruitment (includes the required qualifications, responsibilities, and our statement of faith): NCCS Head of School Recruitment Posting

– Send your resume to Kristy Kaptur, Vice Chairperson of the Board, at [email protected].
Resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates are encouraged to submit their resume as soon as possible, but no later than December 15th, 2026.
– The recruitment committee, comprised of Board members, parents, and faculty, will invite candidates to submit additional information for consideration as part of the assessment process.