Lower School Administrator - Peninsula Campus

Job Summary: Heritage Classical Academy is seeking a qualified Lower School Administrator for the Peninsula Campus.  Applicants should possess a vibrant Christian testimony demonstrating a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.  Applicants should also fully support HCA’s Statement of Faith and be excited about the great tradition of classical Christian education.  The Administrator will be instrumental in shaping the Christian culture of HCA, and as such, the ideal candidate will exude a love for children.  This position demands a humble leader and life-long learner who is able to deftly handle interpersonal conflicts, comfortable speaking before an audience, and who desires to nurture growth in both students and teachers.   

Biblical Expectations: All employees of Heritage Classical Academy possess a Christian testimony demonstrating a personal, active, and growing relationship with Jesus Christ. They also fully support HCA’s Statement of Faith and support the mission to Cultivate Lifelong Learners Who Think and Live for Christ. They will also be involved in a local church that aligns with the mission and vision of HCA. 

Position Responsibilities 

Mission & Leadership 

• Advance and model HCA’s mission, vision, values, and Statement of Faith 

• Foster a Christ-centered Lower School culture marked by joy, charity, order, and curiosity 

• Demonstrate servant leadership and a biblical model of work 

• Represent the school clearly and graciously to students, families, and the community 

Faculty & Academic Leadership 

• Recruit, mentor, evaluate, and support Lower School faculty, including Academy and Study Center 

• Cultivate a culture of professional growth and Christian charity 

• Support faithful classical pedagogy and curricular coherence 

• Collaborate with senior leadership on staffing, academic events and curriculum 

• Support Student Services and Early Childhood programs and staff 

Administrative Responsibilities 

• Oversee daily Campus operations 

• Communicate clearly and consistently with parents and faculty 

• Interview prospective and current families to ensure mission alignment 

• Partner on community engagement initiatives 

• Complete other duties as assigned by the Associate Head of School 

Personal Qualities 

• Shepherd-hearted, humble, and joyful leader 

• Wise, steady, and relational 

• Ability to lead with clarity, consistency, and grace 

• Capacity to manage conflict biblically and constructively 

• Passion for forming students who think and live for Christ 

Position Qualifications 

• Committed Christian with active membership in a local church 

• Full support of HCA’s mission and Statement of Faith 

• Bachelor’s degree ; Master’s degree preferred 

• Experience teaching and leading in a school setting; classical Christian experience strongly preferred 

• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 

About Heritage Classical Academy:  Heritage Classical Academy is a preschool through twelfth grade classical Christian school located outside of Cleveland, Ohio. We are a multi-campus, vibrant, growing community upholding Biblical standards for our students, faculty, and staff. HCA partners with parents to develop students who value and pursue the truth, beauty, and goodness in Jesus and the world He has made. Our vigorous, Christ-centered, classical program aims to cultivate lifelong learners who think and live for Christ. 

Application Process: Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter by clicking "Apply for This Job" to begin the application process.