WHAT IS FLINT HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL?
Flint Hills Christian School (FHCS) is a private, independent, non-denominational, and discipleship-oriented
Christian school located in Manhattan, KS (approximately two hours west of Kansas City, MO). FHCS maintains
an average annual enrollment of approximately 215 students in grades Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade.
FHCS is fully accredited through both ACSI and Cognia, boasts an average ACT score of 25 over the past 6
years, offers numerous athletics and extracurricular activities.
WHO ARE WE AT OUR CORE?
We are a school and community of Christ followers united by and committed to our mission to be an
extension of the Christian home in helping each child develop in mind, body, and spirit. In this context, we are
not a replacement for the home or the church. Our ultimate goal is to equip and prepare well-educated,
mature Christian men and women to best fulfill Gods calling in their lives. We stand upon and are inspired by
five core values which represent the heart and soul of FHCS. First and foremost, we operate from a Biblical,
Christ-centered foundation in all that we do. We are rigorously academic we place tremendous value on
the quality of education we offer. Accordingly, we are proud of and grateful for our exceptional faculty who
serve as strong and faithful educators for our students every day. We are fully committed to discipleship and
Christ-centered mentorship as we realize learning through long-standing relationships with positive role
models is critical to ongoing growth and maturity. Finally, we are independent and non-denominational,
operating with complete institutional freedom as we strive to follow and honor the Lord alone.
WHERE ARE WE GOING AS A SCHOOL?
Numerous parents, teachers, administrators, Board members, students, and community supporters have
faithfully and consistently gone before the Lord in prayer for several years seeking the Lords guidance for our
school. Over the past two years, these FHCS prayer warriors have been inspired by the Lord to pursue a bold
growth plan, called Vision 2030. We believe the Lord has called us to prepare to serve 300 students by 2030 by
pursuing advancements in several key areas including Staff Development, an enhanced Student Experience,
Marketing, Facilities Improvement, and Long-term Investment. Vision 2030 is big and bold. And, so is the Lord.
We are completely trusting Him. And, we fully expect this vision from the Lord to be fully realized. Within
Vision 2030, there is a tremendous amount of margin available for new and different priorities, strategies, and
ideas.
JOB SUMMARY
The head of school embodies the mission of the school and articulates the mission for all aspects of the schools
program. In keeping with the schools mission, the head of school fosters the traditions, relationships, and practices that
determine the schools climate and culture. The head of school is the sole employee of the board of trustees and is
responsible for the overall management of the school, in accordance with the boards policies. The head of school is the
spokesperson for the school with all its internal and external constituencies including students, parents, faculty, staff,
alumni, neighbors, business community, governmental agencies, and local, state, regional and national educational
organizations and accrediting agencies.
Though much of the work is properly delegated, the head of school has ultimate and overall responsibility for board
relations, curriculum and instruction, student life, business affairs, admissions and advancement.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a committed Christian, maintains a vibrant relationship with God and fully agrees with and embraces the FHCS
statement of faith.
As a life-long learner, possesses a growth mindset and eagerness to explore new ideas and approaches.
Demonstrates a dedication to the cultivation of childrens intellectual, spiritual, social, physical, and emotional
development.
Demonstrates an ability to effectively instruct, inspire and assess children in a variety of areas (academic, intellectual,
spiritual, social, physical, etc.) through creative, purposeful, and age-appropriate methods.
Has a servant leadership management style. Leads with transparency and is receptive to an appropriate level of
accountability. Welcomes and acts upon constructive feedback.
Maintains high standards of excellence in all work and takes responsibility for positive outcomes.
Possesses strong and compelling written and verbal communication skills. Has a gentle and gracious way with others
while also energizing and inspiring staff and community to positive ends.
Possesses strong administrative and organizational skills and demonstrates a facility with managing multiple tasks and
parties through effective use of time and resources.
Effectively collaborates with the Director of Redemptive Education on shared initiatives.
Board Relations
The head of school advises the board but is not responsible for governance matters just as the board advises the head
but is not responsible for management matters. Together, the head of school and board form an equal partnership in
running the school, each in their respective spheres of management and governance. The head of school is an ex officio,
non-voting, member of the board and all board committees. The head of school:
Keeps the board informed of all matters relating to the school through reports at board meetings and immediate
communication following major school events or happenings.
Provides data to assist the board in its work.
Makes recommendations to the board for approval of the operating and capital budgets, including all categories of
income and expenditures.
Seeks direction from the board on new initiatives.
Assists the board chair and/or executive committee in setting board and committee meeting agendas and discussion
topics.
Staffs the boards strategic planning process.
Jointly with the board, sets annual goals for his/her performance.
Provides documentation materials for the board to use in his/her evaluation.
Sees that board records and minutes are properly filed, and otherwise assists the board in its work as needed.
Curriculum and Instruction
Upholds the academic and ethical standards of the school.
Hires, supervises, evaluates, and dismisses all administrators, and non-teaching staff members.
Fosters professionalism, collegiality, and ethical conduct in the faculty.
Provides for the professional development of the faculty.
Stimulates and participates in the dialog about teaching and learning at the school.
Supervises the selection of curricula, class schedules, assessments, graduation requirements, and all aspects of the
schools academic program.
Optimizes the physical learning environment and technology in all instructional areas.
To take responsibility for the curriculum budget, and meet with the finance manager monthly.
To lead the induction of new teaching staff to the school, ensuring that they are familiar with the Faculty Manual,
policies and procedures and that these are adhered to or evident in teaching practice, location of resources, etc.
Sign MoUs for outside agencies.
Student Life
Organizes student activities and extracurricular opportunities.
Administers the schools discipline policies and standards of conduct.
Supervises the schools support systems, such as counseling, academic support, before- and after-school programs,
college or secondary school counseling, health and wellness, etc..
Oversees the school safety programs including building security, emergency procedures, transportation regulations,
tornado and fire drills, etc.
Promotes a healthy student culture in and out of school.
Optimizes all-school gatherings including assemblies, sporting events, performances, etc.
Provides for character education and ethical teachings in keeping with the mission of the school.
Reports student progress to parents on a timely and helpful basis.
Business, Finance, and Building Operations
Understands and supervises the business functions of the school, including budgeting; monitoring and reporting
income, expenses, investments, and cash flow; maintenance of appropriate records; and assisting the schools auditors.
Oversees all employment and human relations matters, such as contracts, salaries, benefits, job assignments, job
orientation, performance evaluation, retentions and dismissals, personnel records, employee handbooks, etc.
Oversees the maintenance and cleaning of the buildings, grounds, and all plant operations including vehicles, grounds,
etc.
Plans and executes all major capital purchases, repairs, and building projects.
Ensure all safety items are complete for the state of Kansas
Act as the liaison between the school and emergency personal
Update all evacuation Maps and Crisis Plans as needed
Admissions, Marketing, and Financial Aid
Supervises and assists the admissions functions of the school, including recruitment programs,
internal marketing, external outreach, website development and maintenance, information
dissemination, and applicant testing and interviewing.
Supervises the admissions decision-making process, including administration of the schools financial aid process.
Collaborate with Director of Advancement regarding admission of new and current families
Advancement and Donor Relations
Plans and optimizes the schools fund-raising programs such as the annual fund, capital
campaigns, planned giving, and major events.
Supervises the schools development efforts in identifying, cultivating, thanking, and
communicating with past and prospective donors.
Oversees the schools relations with its alumni including development and maintenance of the alumni database, communications programs, and special events.
Supervises all volunteer efforts such as those donated by individuals or the parents association,
booster clubs, alumni council, etc., all of which report to the head of school or his/her designee.
ACSI/Cognia Representative
Complete annual report ensuring that all staff are licensed and appropriate paperwork is completed by Oct 1st
Manage School Roster on ACSI website
Ensure all appropriate staff are in ACSI PD and have access to ACSI resources
Attend ACSI Leadership meetings where appropriate
Submit all Professional Development Meetings
Maintain Staff CEUs for PD Meetings
PHYSICAL & WORK REQUIREMENTS:
Frequent use of fine motor and gross motor skills with fingers, hands, and arms.
Frequent standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawl and climbing stairs.
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Professional appearance appropriate for school and community meetings and events
Evening and weekend work as needed
WHAT KIND OF PERSON ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
We are looking for a person of great faith in Jesus Christ who can build upon our strong foundation and help
Flint Hills Christian School flourish in its next season of growth. We are looking for a high-integrity, biblically
grounded and caring individual, a passionate educator of youth, a strong developer of student's unique
potential, an enthusiastic leader, a strong communicator, a passionate champion of Christian Education who
deeply believes in Christian education. If you have these qualities, you have great potential to succeed as a
part of our Flint Hills Christian School community.
REQUIRED BACKGROUND, COMPETENCIES & EXPERTISE:
Successful experience working in formal and/or informal educational contexts with Elementary
students.
Relationship building effectiveness.
Collaboration experience working with a broad team.
Oral and written communication skills and effectiveness.
Planning and organizational skills.
Demonstrated classroom management capabilities.
Demonstrated professional behavior, including discretion, judgment and integrity.
High learning agility and adaptability
Personal faith in Jesus Christ with a vibrant daily relationship and a passion for Christian education
Actively participate in a local church
Masters degree from an accredited college/university in a field of study relevant to this position
PREFERRED BACKGROUND, COMPETENCIES & EXPERTISE:
Advanced degree from an accredited college/university in a field of study relevant to this position
Valid license or the ability to obtain an ACSI license (where applicable)
Previous experience as Director of Students Services or related field
Experience working in a private Christian school
Administrative Certificate from the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI); or
willing to apply
Teaching experience required; 3 to 5 years Administrative leadership preferred
Practical teaching ingenuity connecting learning content and activities to all ages and ability ranges
of students in innovative, pragmatic, meaningful, and highly relatable ways
