Head of School

INTER-DENOMINATIONAL

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Meet Grand County Christian Academy

Grand County Christian Academy, originally founded as Winter Park Christian School, first opened its doors in 2005, serving the families of Winter Park Christian Church. After a successful soft launch that first year, enrollment expanded to welcome families throughout the wider community.

In 2018, GCCA moved into its beautiful new building located within Winter Park Christian Church, providing the space and resources needed to support a growing student body. While the elders provide direction for the school and the church remains our strongest supporter, our Advisory Committee continues to cultivate partnerships across Grand County, strengthening the school’s reach and impact. In 2019, Winter Park Christian School officially became Grand County Christian Academy, reflecting our broader vision for serving families throughout the county.

In 2023, GCCA earned full accreditation through both the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and Cognia, a milestone that affirms our commitment to high-quality, mission-driven education rooted in biblical truth.

Today, GCCA continues to grow, guided by a deep desire to prepare students academically, spiritually, and personally for God-honoring lives of purpose and impact.

The Head of School is responsible for leading the mission and vision of Grand County Christian Academy, ensuring academic excellence, spiritual discipleship, and operational effectiveness. This individual will provide strategic leadership, oversee faculty and staff, and cultivate a Christ-centered learning environment that nurtures students academically and spiritually.

The Head of School serves as the primary architect of GCCA’s mission, functioning as the school’s visible visionary, lead educator, and Chief Executive Officer. In this multifaceted capacity, they are responsible for championing the institution’s core values and educational philosophy, ensuring that the school’s high standards for academic excellence are maintained across all grade levels.

Tasked with the dual responsibility of leadership and administration, the Head of School supervises all day-to-day operations while simultaneously directing the school’s long-term strategic evolution. By balancing immediate operational needs with the pursuit of institutional milestones, they provide the steady leadership necessary to fulfill the school’s strategic goals and ensure a sustainable future for the entire GCCA community.

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Head of School:

• A committed Christian with a strong personal faith willing to become actively involved in Winter Park Christian Church.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Education, Educational Leadership, or Administration
  . Master’s degree desired.
• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in school leadership, preferably in a Christian or private school setting.
• Strong understanding of Christian education philosophy and curriculum development.
• Experience with school accreditation processes and strategic planning.

• A servant-leader who models Biblical principles in decision-making and interactions.
• Passionate about Christian education and student discipleship.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, parents, faculty, GCCA Advisory Committee, donors, and the community.
• Visionary leadership with the ability to strategically plan for school growth and development.
• Commitment to academic excellence while fostering a Christ-centered culture.

• Organizational Leadership: Inspire all stakeholders (students, parents, teachers, staff, church leadership, donors, and general community) toward fulfillment of the mission and vision of the school and strive for excellence in every aspect of the school.
• Spiritual Leadership: Ensure a Biblical worldview is integrated into all aspects of education.
• Academic Oversight: Lead curriculum development, faculty training, and student achievement initiatives.
• Operational Management: Oversee budgeting, enrollment,…