Middle School Principal

Job DetailsJob Location: Owasso, OK 74055Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeJob Category: EducationPosition: Middle School Principal
Reports To: Head of Academics & Activities/Assistant Head of School
Status: Full Time, Exempt
Schedule: 52 Weeks (3 days/week in the summer)
Benefits: Full Benefit Eligible

Job Summary:

The Middle School Principal is a critical leadership position that supports the Head of Academics & Activities/Assistant Head of School in cultivating a Christ-centered, mission-aligned learning environment that promotes academic excellence and Christ-like character. This role provides leadership and oversight for middle school faculty and students while ensuring a safe, structured, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.

The Middle School Principal serves as the primary leader for school culture, faculty supervision and evaluation, instructional leadership, and daily campus operations. The Principal partners closely with the Middle School Assistant Principal in matters of student discipline and campus management and serves as a visible, relational, and spiritually grounded leader within the school community.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or Administration (preferred)

Completion of a Christian Philosophy of Education course (ACSI)
Current or eligible ACSI Certification
Minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience
Experience in Christian school administration preferred
Extensive experience in classroom management
Knowledge of curriculum and instructional programs appropriate to middle school learners
Strong belief in and commitment to the mission and vision of Rejoice Christian School
A committed Christian by both profession and lifestyle
Professional, pleasant, and approachable demeanor

Skills and Dispositions:

Strong organizational and leadership skills
Strategic thinker with the ability to manage competing priorities
Excellent communication and relational skills
Ability to support students and families through formative years
Ability to partner with parents in emotionally charged situations
Proficient with Google Workspace
Flexible, adaptable, and collaborative
Loyal to leadership and mission alignment
Models the RCS Portrait of a Graduate and Characteristics of Professional Excellence

Essential Functions:

Leadership and Personnel Support

Supervise and evaluate middle school faculty and staff
Provide instructional leadership and coaching
Enforce school policies and procedures consistently
Lead the middle school leadership team
Meet with students, parents, and staff to resolve concerns
Support faculty with curriculum planning and classroom management
Oversee scheduling, room assignments, and daily operations
Assist with substitute teacher coordination
Support professional development and accreditation efforts
Recruit, onboard, and retain high-quality faculty
Model Christ-like leadership and professional excellence

Discipline and School Culture

Establish and sustain a Christ-centered middle school culture
Partner with the Middle School Assistant Principal on student discipline
Ensure consistent expectations and behavioral accountability
Maintain a visible presence throughout campus
Oversee supervision of students during transitions and common times
Participate in student and parent orientation
Foster a positive, safe, and nurturing learning environment

Curriculum and Academics

Lead instructional planning and program development
Ensure alignment with state standards and Biblical worldview
Support curriculum coherence and instructional best practices
Participate in conferences, interviews, and academic planning
Support counselors and Learning Services personnel
Promote practices aligned with the Portrait of a Graduate

Facilities and Safety

Oversee safety procedures and emergency preparedness
Respond to drills and emergency situations
Ensure a safe and orderly campus environment
Support facility care and organization

Physical and Professional Expectations

Safety-sensitive position; testing may be required
Ability to move throughout campus for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 25–30 pounds
Commitment to confidentiality and professional ethics
Ongoing commitment to spiritual and professional growth
Active participation in school events and programs

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