School Principal

Principal (PK4–12)

Fayette Christian School
Washington Court House, Ohio
Full-Time | 12-Month | Salaried | Contract Position

Lead with Purpose. Educate with Excellence. Serve for God's Glory.

Fayette Christian School is seeking a Christ-centered, visionary leader to serve as our next Principal. This individual will provide spiritual, instructional, and administrative leadership for our PK4–12 school while partnering with our faculty, families, School Board, and Fayette Bible Church to fulfill our mission of providing a distinctly Christian education.

This is more than an administrative position—it is a ministry opportunity to shape the hearts and minds of students, encourage and equip teachers, and lead a school committed to biblical truth and academic excellence.

About Fayette Christian School

Fayette Christian School is a PK4–12, chartered non-public Christian school located in Washington Court House, Ohio. As a ministry of Fayette Bible Church, our mission is to partner with parents to provide a quality Christian education for the glory of God. We are committed to developing students spiritually, academically, socially, and physically within a distinctly biblical worldview.

Our faculty and staff strive to cultivate an environment where students are challenged academically, encouraged spiritually, and prepared to serve Christ throughout their lives.

Position Summary

The Principal serves as the chief instructional and administrative leader of Fayette Christian School. Reporting directly to the School Board, the Principal is responsible for advancing the school's mission by providing servant leadership, fostering spiritual growth, promoting academic excellence, supporting faculty development, strengthening relationships with families, and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the school.

Key Responsibilities

Spiritual Leadership

• Model a vibrant and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Cultivate a Christ-centered culture throughout the school.
• Provide biblical leadership for faculty, staff, and students.
• Lead faculty devotions, school chapels, and other spiritual initiatives.
• Integrate a biblical worldview into all aspects of school life.
• Encourage spiritual growth through discipleship, prayer, and Christlike leadership.

Instructional Leadership

• Provide leadership for the PK4–12 academic program.
• Promote excellence in curriculum, instruction, and student achievement.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate faculty.
• Support professional development and instructional improvement.
• Foster continuous school improvement and innovation while remaining grounded in biblical principles.

Administrative Leadership

• Oversee the daily operation of the school.
• Supervise and support faculty and staff.
• Partner with the School Board in strategic planning and policy implementation.
• Oversee student discipline in a manner that reflects biblical principles and school policy.
• Assist in budget planning and responsible stewardship of school resources.
• Coordinate school operations, calendars, and major events.
• Ensure compliance with applicable educational standards and school policies.

Community Leadership

• Build strong relationships with students, parents, faculty, alumni, donors, and the local community.
• Represent Fayette Christian School with professionalism and Christlike character.
• Support student recruitment, enrollment, and retention efforts.
• Promote the mission and vision of Fayette Christian School throughout the community.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A clear testimony of personal faith in Jesus Christ and a consistent Christian walk.
• A calling to Christian education and servant leadership.
• Agreement with the Statement of Faith, mission, philosophy, and guiding principles of Fayette Christian School.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (master's degree and/or educational administration training preferred).
• Appropriate Ohio educator licensure or the ability to obtain required administrative credentials.
• A minimum of three years of successful classroom teaching experience.
• Demonstrated educational leadership experience (administrative experience preferred).
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• The ability to mentor faculty, engage families, and lead collaboratively.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and the thoughtful use of educational technology.
• Successful completion of required background checks.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a leader who:

• Loves Christ wholeheartedly.
• Leads with humility, wisdom, and integrity.
• Encourages and develops teachers.
• Values strong partnerships with parents.
• Possesses both strategic vision and practical leadership ability.
• Communicates with grace and clarity.
• Demonstrates sound biblical judgment and discernment.
• Desires to help students know Christ, pursue academic excellence, and develop a lifelong commitment to serving Him.

Why Fayette Christian School?

Joining Fayette Christian School means becoming part of a ministry dedicated to making an eternal impact. Our faculty and staff share a commitment to biblical truth, academic excellence, and genuine care for students and families. The Principal will have the opportunity to influence every aspect of school life while helping shape the next generation of Christian leaders.

If you have a passion for Christian education, a heart for servant leadership, and a desire to invest in students, faculty, and families for the glory of God, we invite you to prayerfully consider joining the ministry of Fayette Christian School.

Application Information

Qualified candidates should submit:

• Cover letter
• Résumé
• Statement of Christian testimony and philosophy of Christian education
• List of professional references
• Copies of applicable transcripts and licensure

Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled.