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 Elementary Principal position requires the organization and administration of developing and maintaining
programs designed to create a safe and caring environment for students and community life. The Elementary
Principal works hand in hand with the Head of School (HoS) in carrying out the needs of the students in
relation to the overall program of Flint Hills Christian School. The Elementary Principal engages with students
in Pre-Kindergarten through the 6 th Grade with the purpose of enabling learning and growth in the areas of
academics, mental health, and spiritual development. The Elementary Principal also plays a key role in helping
students connect their faith with education and life while encouraging students to continuously grow in their
relationship with the Lord. The Elementary Principal also encourages students to build meaningful
relationships with fellow students. The Elementary Principal consistently engages with parents,
administrators, Board members, and community members to ensure a positive education and wellness
experience is being provided to all students. The Elementary Principal reports to the Head of School of Flint
Hills Christian School.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Elementary Principal is responsible for everything pertaining to students (PK-6) in regards to the
following:
Attendance (Tardies, Absences, Truancy)
o Work hand in hand with the HoS in regards to financial aid recipients and ensure that guidelines
are being met. Communication to students and parents comes from the Elementary Principal.
Academic needs (SIT team lead, IEP school representative)
o This includes students that may need challenged in their academics, working with the HoS to
appropriate proper academic and curricular resources
Discipline issues
o Working with the HoS to ensure that proper procedures, protocol and policies are followed
o Working with the staff to investigate any instance that needs investigation and responding with
timely and appropriate disciplinary action
Work with the Administrative Assistant to keep accurate records in regards to the Medical Books kept
by all teachers and staff
Field trip transportation
o All appropriate forms in regards to student health and safety are in place for the trip
Work with the specials teachers in regards to special programs
o Music programs, PE activities, Fine Arts Program, etc.
Ensuring that students are supervised and teacher in charge has what they need for the success of the
program
Teacher evaluations and walkthroughs
Organizing and planning Elementary events, in conjunction with other staff, including things like
spelling bee, Read-A-Thon, Field Day, Spirit Days
Responsible for elementary students after school. Supervision of the PM academy staff.
CURRICULUM AND SPECIAL SERVICES:
Collaborate with school staff and teachers as well as USD 383 for the purpose of maintaining services
and programs.
Collaborate with teachers, students, and families regarding student intervention process (SIT)
Provide leadership in the coordination between supplemental programs and the core instructional
program for the purpose of maximizing the educational program.
Compile data from a variety of sources for the purpose of evaluating school curriculum
Coordinate with Head of School to facilitate meetings, workshops, seminars, etc regarding curriculum,
IEP, health, and accreditation.
Help identify new and innovative curriculum and instruction practices and materials for the purpose of
providing effective and efficient education services.
Collaborate with the HoS to speak into the curriculum content for the purpose of achieving outcomes
in relation to FHCS mission, vision, values and for ACSI accreditation.
Essential Job Function: Accountabilities
Academic Leadership
Supervise all matters relating to curriculum and accreditation of Flint Hills Christian School
Provide leadership and organization of technology advancement
Serve as primary high school and middle school administrator during the school day
Coordinate periodic academic program review and work with the faculty in the review, study and
development or curriculum and in the improvement of instruction
Administrative Leadership
Recommend hiring and discharge of instructors, teachers and other academic staff
Assist the Head of School to supervise all teachers and staff serving in academic roles
Assist the Head of School to evaluate faculty and staff and provide guidance for effective
instruction and spiritual growth
Assist the Head of School in coordinating professional development strategies for teachers with
specific regard to increasing academic qualifications and improving teaching skills
Administrative Communication
Keep the Head of School informed about activities or concerns related to the academic program
Communicate with the Dean of Students to identify and resolve student academic or behavioral
concerns
Participate in Administrative Committee meetings
Provide academic input to student admissions efforts through participation in the Admissions
Committee
ADMISSIONS:
Collaborate with Director of Advancement regarding admission of new and current families
Review admission applications and supplemental documentation in order to effectively conduct
family/student interviews in cooperation with the HoS
Review and evaluate all enrollment packets and make appropriate acceptance and denial
recommendations, when necessary
Communicate with families regarding acceptance or denial
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
