Elementary Principal / Preschool Director

Plaza Heights Christian Academy (PHCA) is seeking a passionate and experienced Elementary Principal / Preschool Director to provide visionary leadership and Christ-centered guidance for our preschool through 5th grade programs. This individual will oversee academics, curriculum, staff, and student discipline, while fostering a positive, nurturing, and spiritually grounded environment for students, families, and faculty.

The Elementary Principal / Preschool Director will serve as a vital member of the leadership team, reporting directly to the Head of School, and will play a key role in upholding PHCA's mission to partner with families in educating students to grow in Christlikeness, knowledge, and skill.

This opening is for January, 2026. If the position is not filled for January, we are also seeking candidates who are available to fill the position in July of 2026.

Position : Elementary Principal / Preschool Director

Reports To : Head of School

Location : Plaza Heights Christian Academy, Blue Springs, MO

School Year : January of 2026 if available, or July of 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, development, and implementation of curriculum for preschool through 5th grade.
• Ensure academic excellence and alignment with ACSI standards, state / national requirements, and PHCA's Christian philosophy of education.
• Support teachers in setting instructional goals, developing lesson plans, and assessing student progress.
• Lead the evaluation and adoption of instructional materials and resources.
• Supervise and mentor preschool and elementary faculty and staff, fostering a culture of professional growth and collaboration.
• Conduct teacher evaluations, classroom observations, and provide constructive feedback.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of new teachers and staff.
• Promote a Christ-centered workplace culture of encouragement, accountability, and excellence.
• Oversee student discipline, maintaining consistent, biblically based standards of behavior and character development.
• Work closely with teachers and parents to address academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of students.
• Create a safe, supportive environment where students are encouraged to grow spiritually, academically, and socially.

Family & Community Engagement

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Compensation and Length of Employment

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