Middle School Principal (5-8) at Legacy Christian Academy

Andover, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Spiritual Leadership, Educational Leadership, Relational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Curriculum Development, Student Discipleship, Staff Development, Biblical Worldview Integration, School Management Software, Google Classroom, Google Suite, Student Information Systems, Collaboration, Professionalism, Creativity, Parent Partnership

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Description REPORTS TO: Head of School STATUS: Full-Time; Exempt START DATE: June/July 2026 HOURS: 12 Month, School Calendar and Hours of Operation Overview: LCA hires staff who care about the spiritual and academic growth of their students, who maintain high academic standards, and who love Christ and live by biblical principles. LCA has a community of staff and faculty who join together regularly for prayer, Biblical Worldview training, celebrations, and staff development. As an LCA employee, it is essential and foundational to understand, live out, and agree wholeheartedly with Legacy’s Statement of Faith, Social Stance, Core Values, and the Profile of a Legacy Employee. As the Middle School Principal, you will be responsible to provide spiritual, educational, relational, and strategic leadership. You will partner with parents and lead the 5 th -8 th grade teachers to enrich the minds and disciple the hearts of students in an academically excellent, Christ-centered environment. Job Requirements & Qualifications: Possess a strong Christian faith with a solid knowledge of the Bible, a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and a demonstrated character of integrity. Believe and actively support the school’s Statement of Faith and Guiding Principles. Possess a passion for Christian education and student discipleship. Individual must be comfortable connecting the biblical truths and biblical worldview perspectives in their leadership with staff and students, and throughout the curriculum. Serves on the school leadership team and works closely with the Head of School to fulfill Legacy’s mission and strategic plan as it relates to the 5th -8th grade staff, students, and program. Develop a Christ-like, biblically-based culture amongst the teachers and staff that encourages and supports creativity, collaboration, professionalism, and growth. Leads a middle school program that effectively allows for the middle school students to be known, discipled, and prepared by equipping their minds and discipling their hearts for Christ-like living. Provides students a middle school experience full of exploratory opportunities and experiential learning within and outside of Legacy’s walls. Fosters a student-focused, Christ-centered culture where students are invested in to become biblically grounded, disciples of Christ; faithful and courageous, servant leaders; intellectually prepared, accomplished learners; morally disciplined, students of character, and God-glorifying, spirit-led worshippers. A belief that God has called parents to be the primary disciples/educators of their children and as a result, relationally partners with parents in their God-given mandate. Comfort with or openness to learning school management software and other online teaching tools such as Google Classroom, Google suite, and student information systems. Ability to work with all functions - administration, support staff, other faculty, and students. Minimum of 5 years of administrative leadership. Master’s degree in education or administration preferred. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements Indoor and outdoor environment Hearing and speaking to exchange information Seeing to read and verify accuracy of information Standing and walking for extended periods of time Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate computer and other equipment Ability to navigate up to three flights of stairs Lifting a minimum of 20 pounds This job description lists the major duties and requirements of the position and is not all- inclusive. Colleagues may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document.

Responsibilities

The Middle School Principal is responsible for providing spiritual, educational, relational, and strategic leadership for grades 5-8, partnering with parents and leading teachers to disciple students in an academically excellent, Christ-centered environment. This role involves developing a biblically-based culture among staff that supports growth and leading a program focused on knowing, discipling, and preparing middle school students for Christ-like living.