Head of School
at Penn Christian Academy, Butler, United States
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- Salary
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- Closing date
- 15 December 2026
- Start
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- Type of post
- Leadership
- Contract
- Full-Time
- First seen
- 13 October 2026, on a public job listing
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The advert
HEAD OF SCHOOL Penn Christian Academy is prayerfully seeking an exceptional Head of School called by God to lead our school into its next season of growth and impact. Located in Butler, Pennsylvania, PCA partners with families and churches to provide a biblically integrated education that prepares students to know Christ, pursue academic excellence, serve others, and lead for God's glory. This is far more than an administrative role — it is a ministry, guiding the school's spiritual culture, academic excellence, financial strength, and Kingdom impact alongside the Board, faculty, staff, parents, and supporting churches. THE LEADER WE ARE SEEKING • A committed follower of Jesus Christ with a vibrant, growing relationship with the Lord • In full agreement with the school's biblical beliefs, mission, and philosophy of Christian education • A servant leader who leads with humility, wisdom, integrity, and grace • A visionary capable of inspiring faculty, students, parents, donors, and the broader community • A strategic thinker experienced in organizational leadership, financial stewardship, enrollment growth, and long-term planning PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide spiritual leadership that keeps Christ at the center of every aspect of school life • Lead implementation of the school's mission, vision, and strategic priorities • Recruit, mentor, and develop outstanding Christian faculty and staff • Build strong partnerships with families, churches, alumni, and community supporters • Oversee financial stewardship, budgeting, fundraising, and enrollment growth • Ensure operational excellence with integrity, accountability, and wise stewardship DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Faith: A confessed and demonstrated commitment to Jesus Christ and active involvement in a local church • Education: Master's degree in education, school administration, or a related field • Experience: 5+ years in educational leadership, preferably in a private or Christian school setting • Certification: Must hold or be eligible to obtain ACSI Head of School certification, including the Christian Philosophy of Education (CPoE) requirement • Skills: Strong interpersonal and public speaking abilities, financial management and budgeting, and the ability to resolve conflicts with grace and biblical wisdom • Personal: Professional in appearance and conversation; flexible and approachable in daily interactions POSITION SUMMARY The Head of School is the chief executive officer responsible for the comprehensive leadership, vision, and operational management of Penn Christian Academy's Preschool through Grade 6 program. Operating as the spiritual and educational leader, the Head ensures all programs are Christ-centered, academically excellent, and aligned with the school's mission, Statement of Faith, and biblical worldview — championing PCA's vision that every student KNOW who God is, LEARN through the lens of Scripture, SERVE as Christ served, and LEAD others to Christ. LEADERSHIP PROFILE ● De