Upper School Principal

Job Description

Job Description

The Opportunity

Northside Christian School, a private Christian school in St. Petersburg, FL, is seeking a dynamic upper school principal who will continue to steer our community toward a future of academic excellence and collaborative culture that believes every student deserves an exceptional education.

Seeking not just an administrator; we are looking for a visionary strategist who can balance the complexity of a large-scale operation with the heart of a mentor. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and possess a "lead-from-the-front" personality, we want to meet you.

Key Responsibilities

• Spiritual Leadership:
  Provide direct emotional and spiritual support to students and staff. Offer Biblical counsel for those navigating personal challenges, grief, or ethical dilemmas.

• Instructional Leadership:
  Drive curriculum innovation. You will oversee the implementation of rigorous, future-ready standards and ensure data-driven instruction translates into student success.

• Operational Excellence:
  Master the "puzzle" of master scheduling. You will design and manage complex schedules that maximize instructional time and support a diverse range of elective offerings.

• Team Empowerment:
  Lead, mentor, and inspire a large faculty and staff. You will foster a culture of professional growth, accountability, and high morale.

• School Culture:
  Be the face of positivity. You will cultivate a safe, driven, and inclusive environment where students feel seen and challenged.

• Strategic Growth:
  Maintain alignment between school goals and the mission and vision of NCS, managing budgets and resources with transparency and foresight.

Who You Are

• Born Again:
  You are someone who has experienced a spiritual rebirth, characterized by repenting from sin, placing faith in Jesus Christ for salvation, and receiving the Holy Spirit, resulting in a transformed life, new spiritual identity, and a close relationship with God, a concept rooted in Jesus's teaching in John 3:3.

• A Proven Leader:
  You have a track record of leading large teams through change and growth with composure and clarity.

• A Master of Logistics:
  You understand that a great school runs on a foundation of solid systems—from the bell schedule to safety protocols.

• Relentlessly Positive:
  You bring infectious energy to the hallways. You solve problems with a "how might we" mindset rather than a "why we can't" attitude.

• Data-Informed, People-Driven:
  You use metrics to measure progress, but you never forget the human element of education.

Qualifications

• Education:
  
  Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership or a related field. (Doctorate Preferred)

• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 3 years of school leadership experience (Assistant Principal or Principal level), preferably in an upper school setting.

• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in SMS systems and a deep understanding of modern pedagogical frameworks.

Why Join Northside Christian School?

• Lead in a space where the fulfillment of God’s calling is met with authentic enjoyment and a vibrant team culture.

• The autonomy to make a real, lasting impact on the lives of students.

• A supportive community committed to innovation.

• Competitive salary range.

• Comprehensive benefits package and retirement plan.