Employment Opportunities

Posted May 14, 2021

Upper School Principal

The upper school principal is responsible for all curricular and extra-curricular activities for students in grades 6-12. The ideal candidate will have experience leading a Christian school and a proven track record as a spiritual leader to students, faculty, and staff. The upper school principal reports to the head of school and serves on the senior leadership team

Major Responsibilities:

• Act as the instructional and spiritual leader of the school, responsible for its day-to-day operations; to direct the activities of the members of the school’s instructional and noninstructional staff in the performance of their duties.
• Provide an orderly, controlled environment in which learning can take place, a school climate that is supportive and reflects high morale.
• Respect professional ethics that require confidentiality concerning the sharing of information about students, parents, or staff.
• Serve as a consultant to teachers in matters of classroom management, teaching methods, and general school procedures.
• Provide information and counsel to the Head of School on the educational challenges and procedures for the secondary level of the school.
• Effectively communicate and partner with parents in the educational and spiritual development of students.
• Support school initiatives and show support for student interests outside of the school day.
• Assist the head of school with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be a faithful member of a congregation of the Churches of Christ.
• Must be able to sign and support the statement of faith and community covenant.
• Possess a minimum of a Master's degree in educational leadership or a related field.
• Possess or be eligible for a Professional Teaching Certificate from the Florida Department of Education.
• Have a minimum of five years of experience in a leadership role, preferably in a Christian school.
• Exhibit a strong faith and exemplary lifestyle.
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective professional relationships while guiding and managing faculty and staff.
• Must be able to build effective partnerships with parents.
• Have experience using classroom technology, electronic resources, programs, and platforms.
• Ability to exercise good judgment.
• Must submit to a background check.

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Posted April 27, 2021

Extended Care Program Director - Fall 2021

The extended care program director is responsible for the planning and daily supervision of students in the extended care program and ensures the infusion of Biblical and spiritual foundations into all activities. The ability to build partnerships with parents and colleagues is paramount to success in this position. The extended care program director reports to the dean of students.

Major Responsibilities:

• Prepare appropriate weekly thematic activities which include integrated Biblical foundations.
• Provide time and supervision for students to complete homework and/or study.
• Communicate with teachers and parents to create a seamless structure for students to complete homework and build study skills.
• Operate with the safety and well-being of students and staff as the first priority.
• Follow all safety protocols.
• Engage with students and staff to promote fun and build community.
• Manage all staff and staff schedules.
• Manage the weekly budget.
• Manage collection of weekly tuition and fees and report all collections to the business office in a timely manner.
• Shop weekly for materials.
• Follow all school policies related to transportation and supervision for approved field trips.
• Demonstrate the maturity to inspire student learning and understanding of the age group.
• Maintain a fun and appealing atmosphere for students and staff.

Qualifications:

• Experience in extended care, teaching, children's ministry, or a related field preferred.
• Exhibit a strong faith and exemplary lifestyle.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are members of a congregation of the churches of Christ. All applicants must be members of a local church and able to sign and abide by the MDCA statement of faith in order to be considered.
• Must have an understanding of child development and age-appropriate strategies for learning and behavior management.
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective professional relationships.
• Must be able to accept direction.
• Must exercise good judgment.
• Must submit to a background check.

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Posted June 8, 2021

Head Varsity Softball Coach

Mount Dora Christian Academy is a faith based, K-12 private school in Mount Dora, FL, has an opening for the position of head varsity softball coach. Experience coaching and program development are required. MDCA offers softball to grades 6 through 12 currently at the JV and Varsity level.

The Head Coach is responsible for fulfilling MDCA’s Mission Statement and Statement of Faith.

Skills preferred for success in this position:

•Strong faith background
•Strong written and verbal communication
•High degree of background and knowledge coaching softball at the high school or college level
•Ability to work across academic and administrative departments in a cooperative manner
•Demonstrated experience in program development
•Strong team building/management skills

If interested, please send resume, statement of faith, and references to Megan Ziegelhofer, Director of Athletics at:
[email protected]org

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Posted June 8, 2021

Head JV Volleyball Coach

Mount Dora Christian Academy is a faith based, K-12 private school in Mount Dora, FL, has an opening for the head JV volleyball coach. Experience coaching required. MDCA offers volleyball to grades 6 through 12 currently at the middle school, JV, and varsity level.

Coaches are responsible for fulfilling MDCA’s Mission Statement and Statement of Faith.

Skills preferred for success in this position:

•Strong written and verbal communication
•High degree of background and knowledge coaching volleyball at the high school or college level
•Ability to work across academic and administrative departments in a cooperative manner
•Strong team building/management skills
•Demonstrated experience in program development

If interested, please send resume, statement of faith, and references to Megan Ziegelhofer, Director of Athletics at:
M[email protected]org

Apply Now