Lower School Principal (K-8)

The Lower School Principal is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and direction of ICSB’s Lower School, which includes grades pre-first through eighth. 

Key Responsibilities

Organizational Leadership

• Cultivates and upholds the school’s mission, vision, culture, and values
• Provides strategic direction for the consistent growth and improvement of the school and aligns Lower School staff with the vision 
• Builds community and fosters effective communication among Lower School students, staff, and parents 
• Collaborates with the Director and other leaders to maintain school alignment 

Educational Leadership

• Supervises, supports, and evaluates teachers, instruction, and assessment practices 
• Leads continuous improvement in curriculum, instruction, spiritual formation, and professional development 
• Ensures alignment of curriculum with the school’s standards and a Christian worldview 
• Uses student data from assessments and observations to support differentiated instruction for student learning needs and to improve programs 
• Guides the student discipline process to maintain a safe learning environment

Administrative Leadership

• Collaborates with the Director to hire and orient new staff in a manner that maintains continuity and high-quality programs 
• Evaluates applicants as part of the admissions committee and admits and orients new students 
• Manages the Lower School budget  
• Promotes and maintains a physically and emotionally safe and secure environment 
• Keeps adequate and complete records, examples include report cards, attendance, and schedules 
• Ensures compliance with student protection policies and safeguarding procedures 
• Follows applicable accreditation requirements, regulations, and laws 
• Assists in overseeing the school in the summer months 

Qualifications:

Christian Commitment

• Devoted Christian with a vibrant faith evident in daily life
• Wholehearted agreement with the ICSB Statement of Faith (found in the school’s Foundational Statements)
• Commitment to ICSB’s Mission, Vision, Core Values, Philosophy of Education, and Code of Ethics and Conduct
• Personal affiliation with an ECFA-recognized mission agency
• Willingness to raise any additional financial support needed above the compensation package

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (required), Master's (preferred or willingness to pursue)
• ACSI Principal Certification obtained or maintained

Educational Leadership Experience

• Proven experience in leadership
• Experience in international education (preferred)
• Deep understanding of Christian education, including best practices, curriculum, instruction, and student development
• Experience in staffing, budgeting, instructional leadership, and school operations

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication and relational abilities across diverse constituent groups and cultural backgrounds
• High work capacity, and ability to effectively manage time and complexity  
• Ability to motivate others and lead change 
• Knowledge in curriculum, instruction, and assessment 
• Proficiency in Microsoft O365 and aptitude for learning digital communication tools, and student information systems 
• Physical stamina and capability to meet the demands of the role, with a commitment to maintaining personal well-being to fulfill job responsibilities effectively

Deadline to apply: November 30, 2025