Dean of Students and Formation
Description
About Us:
New Life Christian School has been shaping students in the Inland Northwest for nearly 40 years through Christ-centered, classical education. With a close-knit student body of approximately 125 students (K-12), we are dedicated to cultivating wise, thoughtful, and articulate leaders firmly rooted in biblical truth. Our faculty members are more than teachers—they are mentors, shepherding students toward academic excellence and a Christ-centered worldview in every subject they teach.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a mission-minded and dependable individual to serve as the Dean of Students and Formation. This full-time leadership position supports the Head of School by overseeing daily campus rhythm, shaping a Christ-centered student culture, and providing academic and curricular support for teachers. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, steady presence, and enthusiastic partner in spiritual formation, student development, and academic continuity.
Responsibilities
- Cultivate a Christ-centered campus culture: Model biblical truth, promote restorative practices, and encourage spiritual formation through daily interactions, chapel involvement, and discipleship opportunities.
- Provide academic oversight: Support curriculum implementation and ensure consistency in instructional practices across grade levels. Collaborate with teachers to align curriculum to classical Christian education standards and support meaningful assessment.
- Provide operational support: Oversee daily school schedules, classroom transitions, and routines. Coordinate classroom coverage and supervise arrival, lunch, recess, and dismissal as needed to ensure a smooth and safe school day.
- Encourage and support faculty: Serve as a mentor and resource for teachers, assisting with classroom management strategies, lesson design, and professional growth. Lead collaborative conversations around pedagogy and student outcomes.
- Oversee student formation and behavior: Lead age-appropriate student discipline with a heart for restoration and growth. Partner with teachers and parents to support students spiritually, emotionally, and behaviorally.
- Coordinate student life and key events: Lead the planning of chapels, milestone experiences, field trips, and service opportunities that contribute to student growth and community life.
- Serve as a leadership presence on campus: Act as the primary point of contact when the Head of School is unavailable. Represent the school’s mission with students, staff, and families with consistency and grace.
Requirements
A mature and growing Christian who loves the Lord and demonstrates a life of discipleship
- Deep commitment to the mission of classical Christian education
- Experience in a school, ministry, or leadership setting, preferably with K–12 students
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with both students and adults
- Organizational and leadership ability to manage projects and support team dynamics
- Ability to approach student behavior with wisdom, consistency, and grace
- A heart for forming young people in truth, beauty, and goodness through academics and discipleship
- Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred