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Calvary Chapel Christian Academy is seeking a spiritually mature and experienced educational leader to serve as Academy Principal.

The Academy Principal serves as the senior instructional and operational leader of the school and works closely with the Head of School to lead daily operations. This position provides oversight for both the K-5 Academy and the Developmental Center.

The successful candidate will lead staff, strengthen instruction, support student culture, maintain operational systems, and help ensure compliance with school and childcare requirements while actively supporting the Christ-centered mission of Calvary Chapel Christian Academy.

• Lead the instructional program for the K-5 Academy
• Supervise, coach, support, and evaluate teachers and staff
• Monitor classroom performance, student achievement, and assessment data
• Lead academic improvement and professional development efforts
• Provide leadership and oversight for the Developmental Center
• Monitor staffing schedules, classroom ratios, health and safety practices, and licensing requirements
• Address employee performance, attendance, and conduct concerns
• Maintain accurate and confidential personnel and student records
• Oversee schoolwide discipline, culture, behavior systems, and restorative practices
• Lead the daily organization and operation of the Academy
• Oversee the front office, school security, cafeteria, and before- and after-care operations
• Prepare for inspections, audits, licensing visits, and regulatory reviews
• Develop and uphold school policies, procedures, schedules, and operating practices
• Collaborate with the Head of School, Business Operations, church leadership, and school departments
• Support a safe, orderly, professional, and Christ-centered campus
• Lead prayer or staff devotions as assigned

• Personal commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
• Willingness to actively support the Christian mission and biblical values of the Academy
• Bachelor's degree in education, educational leadership, business administration, human resources, or a related field
• At least five years of leadership experience
• Experience working in a K-12 school, early childhood center, childcare program, or comparable educational environment
• Experience supervising, coaching, and evaluating employees
• Working knowledge of curriculum, classroom instruction, assessment, and student achievement
• Ability to address employee performance and conduct concerns fairly and consistently
• Strong organizational, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, records, deadlines, and operational responsibilities
• High level of discretion, confidentiality, integrity, and professional judgment
• Knowledge of childcare ratios, health and safety practices, inspections, and regulatory expectations
• Proficiency with office technology and school or childcare management systems
• Ability to work on-site and actively supervise students and staff
• Ability to successfully complete all required background checks and employment clearances
• Professional references

• Master's degree in education or educational leadership
• Virginia school administration or principal licensure
• Virginia teaching license
• Experience leading both elementary and early childhood programs
• Experience with childcare licensing and inspections
• Experience with Procare, PowerSchool, or comparable systems
• Experience with restorative practices and student behavior systems
• Experience working in a Christian or faith-based school

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development
• Flexible Schedule
• Christ-centered, mission-driven work environment
• Leadership opportunity with direct influence on school culture and student success
• Ongoing professional development and leadership support
• Supportive church and school community
• Opportunity to strengthen and build schoolwide systems

Calvary Chapel Christian Academy is a Christ-centered educational ministry serving children and families in Newport News, Virginia. Our programs include an early childhood Developmental Center and an elementary Academy serving students in kindergarten through fifth grade.

Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, structured, and academically strong environment where students can grow spiritually, academically, socially, and emotionally. We believe that Christian education should strengthen faith, build character, encourage excellence, and prepare students for their future.

Our employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, compassion, professionalism, accountability, and a personal commitment to Jesus Christ. We value team members who communicate clearly, support one another, maintain high standards, and approach their work with a servant’s heart.

Calvary Chapel Christian Academy offers opportunities for educators, childcare professionals, administrators, and support staff who want their work to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.