Assistant Head of School

Job Description Job Description Faith Christian Academy – Kansas City, Missouri
Faith Christian Academy is a growing Christian, classical school serving approximately 400 students (PK–12) in a collaborative, family-engaged model. As the school continues to mature, we are seeking an Assistant Head of School to partner closely with the Head of School in strengthening daily operations, faculty effectiveness, and organizational execution.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives on turning vision into systems, supporting people, and ensuring the school runs smoothly and excellently day to day.
The Role
The Assistant Head of School serves as the operational leader of the school, translating the Head of School’s vision into effective execution across academics, staffing, and school systems. This role is ideal for a leader who is both relational and highly organized—someone who can manage details without losing sight of mission.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee daily school operations, including scheduling, calendars, and internal coordination
Ensure smooth functioning of school systems, policies, and routines
Identify inefficiencies and implement practical improvements
Support recruitment, on-boarding, and retention of faculty/staff
Assist in faculty evaluation and performance management processes
Provide coaching and accountability to ensure instructional quality and alignment
Partner with the Head of School to ensure consistent execution of the classical curriculum
Assist in monitoring academic progress and classroom effectiveness
Help maintain standards of excellence in teaching and student outcomes
Culture & Community
Reinforce a positive, Christ-centered school culture among staff, students, and families
Address day-to-day personnel or student issues with wisdom and consistency
Serve as a visible, approachable leader within the school community
Execute strategic initiatives as directed by the Head of School
Support enrollment, retention, and family communication efforts
Help align operations with long-term school goals
Qualifications
A clear, mature Christian faith consistent with the FCAs Statement of Faith
Active participation in a local church
A commitment to disciplining students and supporting a Christ-centered educational environment
3–7+ years of leadership experience in a school or comparable organization
Demonstrated ability to manage operations, systems, or teams effectively
Experience supporting or evaluating staff is strongly preferred
Skills & Traits
Highly organized and execution-oriented
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Able to balance structure with flexibility in a dynamic school environment
Problem-solver who takes initiative and follows through
Alignment with and enthusiasm for classical Christian education
Why This Role Matters
This position is essential to the health and effectiveness of the school. By strengthening operations and supporting faculty, the Assistant Head of School enables the Head of School to focus on vision, growth, development, and external leadership.
This role offers meaningful influence on school culture, academic quality, and organizational excellence—and provides a strong pathway for future senior leadership.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary
Tuition remission for children of faculty
Health Benefits
Professional development opportunities
Please submit:
Resume
Cover letter describing your interest in classical Christian education and this role
Company Description Faith Christian Academy is a Christian, classical, and collaborative model school meeting on campus on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and providing lessons to parents for school-at-home days on Tuesday and Thursday. Company Description Faith Christian Academy is a Christian, classical, and collaborative model school meeting on campus on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and providing lessons to parents for school-at-home days on Tuesday and Thursday.