Director of HIS School

Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $45,000–$50,000, plus benefits
Reports to: Rector, Rev. David Cumbie

Mission

The mission of Holy Cross Island School is to provide a joyful, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment where children grow in their knowledge and love of the Lord Jesus Christ, are formed by a Christian worldview, and are prepared academically, socially, and spiritually for primary school.

Because HIS School is a ministry of the church, the Director is expected to be a full member of the Church of the Holy Cross and fully aligned with the church’s vision, values, mission, and beliefs.

Primary Responsibilities

• Spiritual Leadership and Church Alignment
• Support the Church of the Holy Cross, its leadership, mission, and vision.
• Pray continually for God’s provision, wisdom, and guidance for the school.
• Lead staff prayer times and devotions, helping cultivate a school culture that reflects the love of Jesus Christ.
• Attend the Annual Meeting and other important church or school events as required.
• Work with the Rector to set and maintain the vision and mission of Holy Cross Island School.

Staff Leadership and Development

• Lead, encourage, support, and develop the HIS School staff.
• Plan and lead teacher workdays that encourage teachers, motivate creativity, and build unity among the staff.
• Support, train, and disciple the Assistant Director in his or her leadership and management role.
• Manage staff hiring, supervision, discipling, and termination in consultation with the Rector.
• Ensure staff training and continuing education requirements are met, including DSS licensing requirements, CPR, child safety, educational development, and 20 hours of annual continuing education.

School Administration and Operations

• Ensure that all DSS and DHEC regulations are followed in order to maintain the school’s licensure.
• Manage the HIS School application process, registration process, and waiting list.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for HIS School, regularly communicating with current and interested parents and families.
• Plan and manage the school calendar, including special events, holiday celebrations, breaks, and other school-wide activities.
• Maintain required school documents, policies, student records, emergency information, medical information, and immunization records.
• Oversee school communications and public-facing materials, including the HIS School website, parent handbook, and yearbook.
• Coordinate facility upgrades and maintenance needs with the Holy Cross Operations Associate.

Financial and Administrative Oversight

• Work with the financial comptroller and Holy Cross finance staff to manage the school budget, tuition payments, and substitute timesheets.

Parent and Family Communication

• Maintain positive relationships with children, parents, and families.
• Communicate clearly and regularly with parents about school activities, calendar items, and needs.
• Conduct parent conferences as needed regarding child behavioral, developmental, or other concerns.

Qualifications and Expectations

The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate a clear Christian faith and commitment to the mission of HIS School as a ministry of the Church of the Holy Cross.
• Be or become a full member of the Church of the Holy Cross.
• Be fully aligned with the vision, values, mission, and beliefs of the Church of the Holy Cross.
• Have experience in early childhood education, preschool leadership, administration, or a related field.
• Be able to lead staff with wisdom, encouragement, clarity, and care.
  Communicate well with parents, staff, church leadership, and the broader community.
• Understand and maintain compliance with all applicable DSS, DHEC, and licensing requirements.
• Possess strong organizational, administrative, and relational skills.
  Be committed to creating a joyful, safe, loving, and Christ-centered environment for children and families.

Please complete the application on our website. If you have questions, please contact us at info@holycross.net.