Snapshot

Denomination: SBC

Weekly Attendance: 2500

Location: Houston, Texas

The Role: Head of Schools

Established In 1946, Second Baptist School provides a world-class education for the leaders of tomorrow.  SBS and SBSUM serve as a learning community for 2500 students (PK-12) with a wide range of educational experiences, from customized learning to travel exposure to technological advancements. SBS was established to provide biblical instruction and learning where pre-kindergarten through grade 12 students could grow academically, spiritually, physically, and socially. Today, we continue to do just that. One step on campus and you will see what it means to be part of the Second Baptist School family.

In 2020, Second Baptist School expanded its offerings in Christian education. Beginning fall of 2021, three Second Baptist School University-Model (SBSUM) campuses launched at North, Cypress and Memorial campuses. Two additional UM schools opened in the fall of 2023 at Second Baptist Church’s West and 1463 campuses. The SBSUM campuses are distinctively classical and packaged within a university model, designed to educate students two to three days a week on campus. The remaining days are satellite learning at home.

Second Baptist School is a Christian college preparatory school committed to developing a biblical worldview in students across education programs that include academics, arts, and athletics. Upon graduation, we expect your child to possess the character, knowledge, and skills to succeed in college and beyond. Nurtured by a Christ-centered community that edifies the soul and an academically rigorous environment that enriches the mind, SBS graduates are prepared to succeed in the world they will confront in the 21st century and beyond. This happens through grounding our philosophy of education in God’s Word and hiring faculty and staff who love God, love students, and love the pursuit of excellence.

As we look to the future, the ultimate focus of Second Baptist School is to serve as a leader in Christian education, both in Houston and in the global community, preparing students to think critically, live biblically, and lead courageously to impact the world for Jesus Christ. Leadership is a high calling and requires a clear mind, strong character, and unshakable courage. The climate and circumstances of the world today have shown us that the educational landscape is changing. We look forward to continuing our work to develop leaders who can impact the world for Jesus Christ.

About the Head of Schools:

Second Baptist School is seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Schools to oversee the School and the University-Model. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader with a strong commitment to Christian education, capable of inspiring and guiding faculty, staff, students, and the broader school community. This individual will be responsible for upholding the school’s mission to develop academically excellent and spiritually grounded students while fostering an environment of continuous improvement and innovation. The Head of Schools faithfully promotes the school’s distinctly Christian philosophy of education among the personnel and programs as it impacts the educational and spiritual benefits of each student, faculty, and staff member.

General Administration | Serves as the chief administrative officer for all operations of the school and is charged with the responsibility of developing workable and effective policies and implementing the policies. Leads in the maintenance of good relations with the school families, personnel, constituents, and business contacts of the school. The Head of Schools will:

• Make administrative decisions for the proper functioning of the academic program and all other school operations.

• Oversee the development and application of administrative regulations and leadership in implementing the school program.

• Oversee the collection and compiling of all necessary data to perform any studies, including accreditation, that may be required of the school.

• Oversee the acquisition of new technologies and resources to be integrated into the program and operations of the school.

• Oversee the implementation of appropriate security protocols, including the implementation of drills and procedures in cooperation with local law enforcement and common school safety practices.

Personnel Administration | The Head of Schools is responsible for the overall spiritual, personal, and professional growth and leadership of the school’s faculty and staff. The Head of Schools leads in the area of personnel relations to maximize the educational benefits for each student. The Head of Schools will: 

• Plan and oversee staff meetings and faculty devotional/prayer times.

• Oversee the decisions and actions of all heads of lower, middle and team leads.

• Conduct and appropriate administrative, faculty, or staff meetings as necessary.

• Oversee all personnel and maintain appropriate job descriptions for each employee, ensuring all receive an annual review.

• Direct and approve the practices and procedures of teacher-in-service training, conference and seminar participation, and continuing education.

• Makes recommendations for the continuance of employment or the re-issuance of teacher contracts. When necessary, initiate disciplinary procedures involving teachers or staff.

• Administer all other personnel policies in such areas as salary, placement, leave fringe benefits, and grievance procedures.

• Oversee the publishing of the Faculty/Staff Handbook for the faculty and staff of the school.

• Resolve problems that may arise between parents and teachers, teachers and students, or staff members while applying biblical principles of problem-solving.

• Oversee that all personnel files and records for the school are properly maintained in accordance with common school practices and TX state law.

Curriculum and Instruction | The Head of Schools leads in developing, achieving, and maintaining the strongest possible educational programs and services that promote the goals and objectives of the school. The Head of Schools will:

• Carry forward the educational goals and philosophy of SBS.

• Lead in curriculum development and staff and faculty recruitment.

• Form and oversee the academic departments or special committees of the faculty in the development of the instructional program.

• Oversee the student chapel program.

• Oversee the scheduling of all teachers and students into appropriate courses or classrooms.

• Direct a program of evaluation through classroom visitation, lesson observation, and self-evaluation of teaching methods, curriculum content, and classroom management.

Student Body | The Head of Schools supervises the welfare of the student body and its students in their spiritual and academic growth, the quality of their learning program, and their physical well-being. The Head of Schools will:

• Review and approve curricular plans as submitted by teachers, including the goals and objectives of each grade or course.

• Hold teachers accountable for implementing school policies for student discipline.

• Administer student disciplinary measures when necessary and proper, such as demerits, probation, suspension, and expulsion.

• Ensure that a school-wide program of student evaluation is effected, including achievement testing, and ensure that proper record-keeping and reporting procedures are followed by teachers and staff.

• Oversee cumulative records for each student in accordance with the policies of the school and the laws of the state.

• Approve and oversee extracurricular activities and the personnel that supervise them.

• Create and oversee a culture that promotes the mission and values of Second Baptist School through leadership, participation, and encouragement of staff and students.

Business Administration | The Head of Schools sets up procedures and practices to ensure an efficient and effective business operation. The Head of Schools shares in the development and implementation of the budget. The Head of Schools will:

• Report on the operations of all school departments.

• Supervise and support personnel.

• Prepare annual budget recommendations.

• Manage the annual budget with fiscal responsibility.

Development | In general, the Head of Schools is responsible for leading and maintaining good public relations with various constituents and businesses with which the school comes in contact. The Head of Schools oversees programs in the areas of student recruitment, publicity, fundraising, database management, and organizational management. In this area, the Head of Schools will:

• Communicate regularly with the parents of enrolled students, faculty, and staff.

• Serves as the public relations officer for the entire school, overseeing the relations with various constituents.

• Oversee the marketing in promoting the school, its fundraising projects, and the promotional programs it sponsors.

• Supervise the planning and coordination of all special events related to the development of the school, such as banquets or other fundraising programs.

• Make direct appeals for the annual fund of the school, primarily to major donors.

• Oversee the development of a core donor program.

• Ensure the expansion, utilization, and optimization of the donor and constituent database.

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Head of Schools:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree - Required

• Master’s Degree - Required

• Doctorate in Education - Preferred but not required

• Head of School Experience - Required

• Experience with University-Model education - Strongly Preferred

• College Preparatory background - Strongly Preferred

• Minimum of ten years of teaching or administrative experience, five years within a College Preparatory Christian school environment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Enjoys and manages a diverse set of responsibilities in a fast-paced environment

• Collaborator

• Cooperative team player who demonstrates the ability to seek advice and counsel as needed

• Good Communicator

• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills

• Executive Visionary Leader

• Budget Management

• Staff Accountability and Professional Development

Personal Characteristics & Qualifications

• Christ Follower

• Spiritually vibrant Christian displaying Christ-centered servant leadership that integrates faith and work in a spirit of humility

• Evangelical at heart

• Articulates a Christian worldview to students, faculty, staff, parents, and the community

• Demonstrates self-awareness, thirst for learning, and openness to professional growth

• Influencer

• Servant Leader

• Takes responsibility/ownership

• Demonstrates a life of impeccable character, is respected as trustworthy, and lives the values of integrity, service, and respect for others

• Outgoing

• Comfortable speaking to a group

• Confident

• Dedicated

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