Principal

Light of Christ Academy is accepting applications for a full-time Principal for the 2023-2024 academic year.  Light of Christ Academy’s pre-school-8th grade, embraces its Catholic identity in classical liberal arts education as an apostolate of Saint Ann Parish serving about 70 students in Augusta, Michigan.

Responsibilities
The principal is responsible for the integration of faith and learning within the school, for successful academic and student programs, as well as the effective management and the development of the school. This position will supervise all faculty, staff, and volunteers.

Qualifications
The principal must be a practicing Catholic, have at least 3 years teaching experience and/or experience in administration in a school setting. The candidate must demonstrate a working knowledge of elementary education, strong administrative and communication skills, and a commitment to collaborating with staff, parents, faculty, volunteers, students, and friends. The principal is a close collaborator with the pastor. The principal reports to Pastor/Superintendent.

Compensation
Light of Christ Academy offers an annual salary that commensurate with the knowledge and experience, as well as a benefit package which includes health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement benefits, and discounted tuition for the first child.

Qualifications
Master’s degree in an education-related field preferred.
Valid Michigan credential to serve as an administrator, or eligibility for an administrative credential required.
A minimum of three years of classroom teaching and/or school administrative experience is required.
The candidate must complete a fingerprint scan, a federally mandated background check and VIRTUS training, and the affiliated background check through the Diocese of Kalamazoo.
Excellent managerial and communication skills.
Actively participate in long range planning for the school.

To apply, qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to: afifelski@lightofchristacademy.org