Finance and Development Director

For 2025-2026 School Year

To Whom It May Concern:

Pacific Christian Academy is looking for an Elementary Vice Princpal to serve as a member of the leadership team, overseeing our elementary as outlined on the job description.  Our school leaders work in unity, and with commitment and passion to facilitate a learning environment where students are motivated to learn and enjoy the challenge that comes with acquiring new skills.

The mission of Pacific Christian Academy is to “offer families a superior Bible-based education that equips students to be socially relevant leaders who are fully prepared for higher achievement.”  Our Finance and Development Director will facilitate the mission by providing stable finances and building a team of enthusiastic financial supporters who also believe in our mission.

Pacific Christian Academy has a rich history of providing Christian education in the Puget Sound region. Our Early Education through 12th grade program will educate approximately 320 students from many nationalities this fall, in an engaging, Christ-centered environment.

Our desire is to hire an Elementary Vice Principal who is a born-again Christian, whose life is committed to the truth of God’s word, and who has passion for stewarding the schools elementary in a way that honors Him and provides for the many needs of a growing school community.

We invite you to learn more about who we are at pacificchristianwa.com. You will find the employment application under the employment tab. Please submit your application, cover letter and resume to info@pacificchristianwa.com. We anticipate God’s blessing on you and on Pacific Christian Academy as we seek His plan.

 

Serving Him,

 

Debbie Schindler

Head of School

 

Title:                          Elementary Vice Principal

Department(s):        School Leader

Reports to:                Head of School

Hired by:                   Head of School

Evaluated by:            Head of School

 

Job Summary

The Elementary Vice-Principal is the school leader primarily responsible for the elementary school. Working with the Head of School, the Vice-Principal will build the elementary school to an exceptional program, preparing students spiritually, academically, and with a heart to serve Jesus. Students will graduate from the elementary school ready to thrive as a junior high student.

The Elementary Vice-Principal will serve in the following major capacities:

·         Spiritual Leadership to K-6 students

·         Oversight of Before/After School Programs and Summer Fun

·         Student Care and Conduct for K-6

·         Oversight of the Lunch Program

·         Teaching a Class as Needed

 

 

Required Spiritual Qualities

It is expected that the PCA school leader will …

·         Believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative, inerrant Word of God—our standard for faith and practice.

·         Be a born again, Spirit filled Christian who is in agreement with the PCA mission and vision, Statement of Faith, values, philosophy of education, and policies.

·         Acknowledge Christ as Savior and seek to live life as His disciple.

·         Demonstrate a desire for spiritual growth as evidenced by his/her prayer life, Bible study, and spiritual outreach to others

o   Be a Christian role model in attitude, speech, and actions toward others (Luke 6:40), including being committed to God’s biblical standards for sexual conduct.

o   Share the Christian faith with other people.

o   Have a Christ-centered home.

o   Actively participate in a local Bible-believing church.

·         Evidence the fruit of the Spirit in dealing with people.

·         Have a conviction that God has called him/her to Christian school ministry.

·         Maintain high standards of ethics, honesty, and integrity, in all personal and professional matters.

·         Follow the Matthew 18 principle in dealing with conflict with students, parents, staff, and administration.

·         Reflect and teach the mission, vision and core beliefs of the school.

 

 

Required Personal Qualities/Functions

It is expected that the PCA school leader will …

•         Have the spiritual maturity, academic ability, and personal leadership qualities to “train a child in the way he should go” (Prov. 22:6, NIV).

•         Be an enthusiastic visionary, an encourager, and a self-starter with a high energy level.

•         Manage students with a firm, grace-filled accountability to high behavioral expectations.

•         Meet everyday stress with emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism.

•         Organize and lead Open Houses, Student Showcases, concerts, and other school and development events as requested by the Head of School.

•         Understand the importance of discernment, discretion, and confidentiality in the operation of the classroom and school.

•         Develop sensitivity toward and maintain rapport with students, parents, and staff by treating others with courtesy, patience, friendliness, dignity, respect, and a good sense of humor.

•         Defend principles and conviction in the face of pressure and partisan influence.

•         Recognize her/his mistakes and take measures to correct them.

•         Be a collaborative team player.

•         Use acceptable English in written and oral communication. Speak with clear articulation.

•         Respectfully submit and be loyal to those in authority.

•         Appreciate and understand the uniqueness of PCA and the local community.

•         Place her/his school ministry ahead of other jobs or volunteer activities.

•         Maintain a personal appearance that is a Christian role model of cleanliness, modesty, and good taste consistent with school policy.

 

Required Professional Qualities/Functions

It is expected that the PCA school leader will …

•         Hold a master’s degree in education or an appropriate alternative.

•         Hold ACSI teacher and administrative certification or be willing to participate in a program to complete the requirements for certification within one year of hire.

•         Demonstrate a reasonable level of computer literacy, having a basic proficiency in word processing, creating and using a spreadsheet, producing an attractive newsletter, e-mail, and accessing the Internet.

•         Possess evidence of other adequate preparation, background, or experience as determined by the Head of School.

•         Seek and accept constructive evaluation of her or his own job performance.

•         Attend all PCA professional development and workshops recommended by the Head of School.

•         Attend all meetings, during and after school, as requested by the Head of School.

•         Encourage students by attending after school events, as able.

 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Academic Program

Encourage teachers as they complete the learning objectives of their curriculum, including following the Scope and Sequence and course outlines, ensuring a focus on Biblical worldview integration in all subjects.
Submit orders for needed supplies and equipment to the Head of School.
Partner with parents and teachers in the discipline of K- 6th grade students.
Facilitate a strong sense of school spirit throughout the K-6th grades.
Spiritual Leadership

·         Lead prayer, devotions, and other meetings as requested.

·         Oversee K-6 chapel program, providing opportunity for spiritual challenge and growth for students.

Provide strong leadership, training, and mentoring for all students, and particularly 5th and 6th graders
·         Support specialists as they provide a Christmas and spring concert.

 

Leadership in Student Care and Conduct

Provide leadership to the K-12 grade lunch program. Hire staff and oversee the finances, ensuring a profit. Recommend policy and implement all safety and health processes.
·         Encourage student behaviors that honor God.  Counsel students who are disobedient and unable to stay in the classroom.  Determine needed follow-up/consequences.  Communicate with parents.  Mentor teachers and students in expected conduct.

·         Hold restorative circles/discussions with students when relationships have been damaged.

·         Implement student discipline for K-6. Ensure that appropriate records are immediately recorded in the school management system.

·         Support teachers with discipline issues, providing resources where possible.

·         Keep the Head of School informed regarding major disciplinary actions.  Only the Head of School has authority to suspend/expel students.

Oversee student recess personnel.
Provide oversight to the Adventure Club

·         Provide leadership to the Adventure Club Supervisor, approve time cards, and purchases.

·         Provide a budget for and monitor Adventure Club finances so that a profit is made.

Oversee the Receptionist, who also serves as a support to the Elementary Vice-Principal

 

Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School.

 

 

Summary of Essential Job Functions

·         Able to listen carefully and respond with grace and understanding to all members of the school community.

·         Able to manage time and prioritize daily and weekly tasks.

·         Able to manage the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of the job.

·         Able to walk forward and backwards.

·         Able to lift or carry classroom supplies, textbooks, furniture, and equipment to a maximum of 35 pounds.

·         Able to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak on a daily basis.

·         Able to monitor students in a variety of locations including those with noise, activity, and during inclement weather.

 

 

 

Work Hours and Compensation

The Elementary Vice-Principal is a full time, year round responsibility.  The hours are Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.  Salary range is $55,000 – $70,000, based on qualifications and work experience.  Full benefits include a 100% tuition discount for eligible EE- Grade 12 dependents, up to $500 reimbursed for master level classes per year, and medical and dental insurance premiums paid 100% by the school.

 

Please Note:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.