Palmetto Christian Academy (PCA), a ministry of East Cooper Baptist Church is located in beautiful Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, and has a current enrollment of 835 students in grades Preschool through 12. PCA has experienced phenomenal growth over the last 8 years and opened its Student Life Center (SLC) in 2021 to accommodate the increased enrollment. The 44,000 square foot SLC includes science and technology labs, math and Bible classrooms, a 1000-seat gym, a weight room, locker rooms, athletic offices, and a student break out area.
Position Summary:
Palmetto Christian Academy is seeking a full-time Lower School Principal (grades K-5) for the 2025-26 school year who can lead the Lower School faculty to teach with a distinctly Biblical worldview integrated throughout the curriculum and instruction. The candidate must possess at least a Master's degree in education, preferably in Educational Leadership/Administration, and have a minimum of 5 years of teaching experience and 2 years of experience in an administrator role. T he candidate must also be a member of East Cooper Baptist Church or if currently attending another evangelical church, move his/her membership to East Cooper Baptist upon hire.
A relocation and signing bonus are included for the candidate selected for this position.
Primary Responsibilities
The Principal's duties include (but are not limited to):
* Working with Administrative team to develop school-wide procedures and policies
* Working with Administrative team to develop Lower School budget
* Working with Administrative team to maintain ACSI Accreditation
* Assisting the Admissions Director in conducting prospective family interviews
* Working with the Upper School Principal and Academic Counselor to help develop class schedules
* Developing and managing Lower School curriculum program with the Lower School Instructional Coach and Director of Academics
* Developing opportunities for faculty professional development
* Using data analysis to assist in student academic improvement and placement
* Communicating with students and parents regarding academic and discipline issues
* Providing ongoing evaluation to faculty members including informal and formal assessments to help determine faculty assignments
* Guiding students to self-governance through redemptive discipline
* Providing spiritual leadership and growth opportunities to faculty and staff
Qualifications and Requirements
* Candidate must possess at least a Master's degree in education, preferably in Leadership/Administration, from an accredited university and have a minimum of 5 years of classroom teaching experience and 2 years of administration experience, preferably in a Christian School.
* Must possess or be willing to work toward an ACSI Principal certification.
* Must have a credible profession of faith and testimony, and be actively involved in a local church, as this person will serve as a role model in attitude, speech, and actions for the school community.
* Must be able to articulate his/her Christian worldview and philosophy of Kingdom education
* Must be able to implement policy and procedures of the school.
* Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Must attend faculty meetings, professional development seminars, and devotions.
* Must be proficient with MS Office Suite and/or Google Workspace
* Must have familiarity or willingness to learn Blackbaud software for student management
Candidates must be in agreement with the PCA Core Beliefs which can be found HERE and must demonstrate a strong, personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you believe you are qualified, we invite you to submit an online application using the link below.
Please direct your questions to Mrs. Amanda Mooney, Executive Assistant to the Principals, at amooney@palmettochristianacademy.org.
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