Trust Administration Assistant jobs in Lubbock, TX

Join the KPA Administration team as the Assistant Head of Grammar. Applications will remain open for this position at least through March 20, 2024. The person hired for this position will start in the summer of 2024 (precise date TBD) in order to be prepared to serve the 2024-2025 school year.

Preferred

A graduate degree that is relevant to school administration/leadership

Over 3 years of experience in school leadership or a related position

Job Requirements:

Kingdom Preparatory Academy's faculty members must:

    •    be committed Christ-followers who are in agreement with the school’s statement of faith (https://www.kingdomprep.org/about-kpa/mission-vision-statement-of-faith)

    •    be committed to the school’s educational philosophy (https://www.kingdomprep.org/about-kpa/distinctives) (classical methods of instruction, integrating Biblical worldview throughout the curriculum, etc.)

    •    be knowledgeable in their subject area

    •    strive to be a person of virtuous character 

 

JOB DESCRIPTION FOR
ASSISTANT HEAD OF THE SCHOOL OF GRAMMAR

Classification: Exempt

Reports To: Head of the Grammar School
                                                                                                                                                           

Purpose
The purpose of this position is to provide visionary leadership, culture shaping, and discipleship for all activities involving the School of Grammar community at Kingdom Preparatory Academy in collaboration with and deference to the Head of the School of Grammar.

Summary
The Assistant Head of the School of Grammar is charged with the comprehensive responsibility of all activities in the School of Grammar, as well as with creating and maintaining an ethos in this school that reflects KPA’s overall mission, vision, and values. This includes strategic planning; implementing KPA’s mission and vision in the School of Grammar culture; communicating to the Grammar school community; partnering with parents in education; participating in the admissions process; collaborating with the Grammar School Head in managing all School of Grammar personnel to include hiring, performance evaluation, and professional development; and overseeing Grammar School culture, student behavior, and academic progress.

Supervision Received and Exercised
The School of Grammar Assistant Head reports directly to the Head of the Grammar School. This individual must exercise judgment that aligns with KPA’s culture, philosophy, education, beliefs, and values. The Assistant Grammar School Head will, in collaboration and deference to the Grammar School Head, have formal supervisory authority over all Grammar School personnel.

Work Schedule
This is an exempt 30 hour-per-week, year-round position. In general, the workday is 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (includes 60 minutes for lunch), three days a week (Mon., Weds., Fri.). However, as an exempt employee, the employee is expected to work beyond the workday to perform duties outlined in the job description and as assigned. The expectation is that even during holidays and other time off, administrators will check messages and communicate with staff and families about time sensitive matters. During June, the workday may be reduced as the workload allows. Typically, attendance at one of the national conferences on classical, Christian, collaborative education takes place during the month of June. In July, administrators will work normally from 9am to 3pm Tuesday through Thursday. Absences during the school year should be minimal, limited to sick days and emergencies. In addition to holidays, six days of paid time off is available each year (unused days are not compensated or carried over), pending approval from the Head of School. Holidays include Labor Day, Thanksgiving (1 week), Christmas (3 weeks), Good Friday, Memorial Day, 4^th of July.

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• A disciple of Jesus Christ and as such, one who models a love for God through obedience to His Word; such obedience is evidenced through convictions, lifestyle, and worldview
• A full and unreserved supporter of KPA’s Statement of Faith, Mission, and Vision
• A mentor of students, who is comfortable in working with children in a discipleship-oriented setting
• A love for working with grammar school students and the ability to see what others may perceive as challenges of the age group as opportunities for ministry
• Knowledge of and experience with the philosophy of classical Christian education
• Post-graduate degree in a field relevant to this leadership position

• Exhibit consistent spiritual maturity
• Exercise wisdom, diplomacy, and integrity while maintaining a high level of professionalism with all parties involved
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality in all matters relating to students, families, and fellow employees
• Ability to supervise and motivate students, employees, and volunteers

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate commitment to the well-being of others
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Adept at speaking one-on-one and to large groups
• Skillful at tailoring message to the target audience
• Apply behavioral and academic standards justly with patience and consistency
• Take independent action where required and handle unique problems
• Understand, interpret, and apply all KPA policies, procedures, and regulations affecting school operations and programs with fairness and equity
• Make decisions in emergency situations with or without the input of the Grammar School Head or the Headmaster
• Operating a computer with proficiency in email, Renweb/FACTS, and word processing

• Three years leadership experience in a classical Christian school setting

• Regular walking with ability to observe student movements at various campus locations
• Close visual acuity for viewing a computer monitor, preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, and reading
• Hearing: ability to perceive sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction
• Speaking: expressing ideas by means of the spoken word to convey instructions to students, parents, and other employees
• Occasional lifting of 5 to 20 pounds
• Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting as needed for monitoring students and maintaining classroom
• Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.