Principal, Education Administration

Salary:
Based on Qualifications $48,000 - $52,000

Location:

5005 Lacey Blvd. Lacey, WA

Hours/FTE: 9 hpd/245 days

Job Type: Regular Full Time

Job Category:
Certificated

The Principal serves as the chief spiritual and instructional leader of the school, ensuring that all programs, personnel, and practices reflect a Christ‑centered philosophy of education. Cornerstone Christian School’s mission is to partner with parents to challenge students’ minds and train their hearts through a distinctively biblical education. This role integrates the research‑based School Leader Model with the school’s mission, guiding staff and students toward instructional and academic excellence, spiritual formation, and a culture of discipleship.

The Principal leads the community in creating a welcoming environment where students are known and loved.

Founded in 1993, Cornerstone Christian School is a vibrant, Christ‑centered learning community serving families from Kinder‑Prep through High School. As a discipleship‑model school, we prioritize small class sizes and individualized instruction that nurtures each student’s unique gifts and personality. We are committed to cultivating wisdom, character, and academic excellence, blending rigorous instruction with intentional discipleship, joyful community life, and a deep commitment to shaping young people who think critically, love generously, and lead with integrity.

Our faculty and staff partner closely with parents to support the whole child- spiritually, academically, and socially- within a warm, supportive environment grounded in biblical truth.

• Model Christ‑like character and integrate biblical truth into decision‑making, communication, and daily interactions.
• Lead the spiritual development of faculty, staff, and students through prayer,encouragement, and participation in worship and ministry activities.
• Ensure that all school policies, programs, and practices align with the school’s Christian mission and Statement of Faith.
• Provide clear direction for improving teaching and learning, using data to monitor student achievement and guide instructional decisions.
• Lead the implementation of a guaranteed and viable curriculum that reflects both academic rigor and biblical worldview integration.
• Conduct regular classroom observations, provide actionable feedback, and support teacher growth through coaching and professional development.
• Promote effective instructional strategies and ensure alignment with school wide goals for student learning.
• Foster a safe, orderly, and nurturing environment grounded in grace, truth, and mutual respect.
• Create a Christ-centered culture in which students thrive spiritually and academically
• Oversee student discipline using restorative, biblically informed approaches.
• Build a culture of collaboration, unity, and authentic partnership among staff and families.
• Mentor teachers, develop leadership among staff, cultivate collaboration and create a culture of
• Evaluate personnel for the purpose of ensuring standards are achieved and performance is maximized.
• Represent the school in the wider community in a Christ‑like manner, inviting inquiries, welcoming partnerships, and ensuring Cornerstone’s reputation remains above reproach.

• Oversee daily school operations, including scheduling, supervision, safety procedures, and crisis management.
• Manage budgets, resources, and facilities with integrity and stewardship.
• Delegate responsibility for various administrative functions to other personnel for the purpose of managing the workload more efficiently.
• Maintain clear, timely, and mission‑aligned communication with families, staff, and community partners.
• Manage student disciplinary…