Read the ICS Head of School Job Description

Start date: July 2026 (2026–27 school year)

Intermountain Christian School (ICS) - a close-knit, mission-driven, PreK- 12 school - seeks a Head of School who will serve as both spiritual shepherd and strategic leader. We’re looking for someone who embodies joyful faith, inspires excellence, and builds unity as we enter a new chapter of growth and influence.

Key Leadership Priorities

• Shape a Culture of Excellence: Set and uphold high standards for academics, faculty development, and student outcomes—elevating a strong program to Christ-honoring excellence.

• Advance a Strategic Vision: Clarify and champion a compelling long-term vision, articulate ICS’s unique distinctives, and lead sustainable growth in enrollment, programming, and reputation.

• Lead Confidently with a Coaching Mindset: Build trust and unity across faculty, parents, students, and partner churches through clear communication, collaboration, and empowering leadership.

• Demonstrate Operational & Financial Acumen: Provide strong organizational oversight, data-informed decision-making, resource development, and financial leadership for long-term health.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the ICS School Board, the Head of School will:

• Directly supervise the Dean of Elementary School, Dean of Middle & High School, Athletic Director, and Operations Team; indirectly supervise all employees.
• Lead academic, spiritual, and cultural direction in alignment with ICS’s mission and values.
• Oversee curriculum, instruction, and faculty development to ensure excellence and robust integration of faith and learning.
• Recruit, develop, and hold faculty and staff to high professional and spiritual standards.
• Establish operational efficiency through systems of accountability and data-informed decision-making.
• Direct strategic growth in enrollment, financial sustainability, and advancement initiatives.
• Cultivate donor relationships and strengthen partnerships with local churches and Christian organizations.
• Serve as a visible, approachable presence with students, parents, and community stakeholders, including the Spiritual Accountability Partnership (SAP) of church leaders.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have a strong faith in Christ and lead with humility, courage, and clarity. We are seeking candidates who have created excellence in a school, non-profit, or Christian ministry, through exceptional communication and community engagement skills. We are looking for a leader with the grit to make hard decisions with grace; the heart to shepherd a loyal yet diverse community; and the vision to lead our dynamic school community.

Why Lead ICS?

• Independent, board-run private Christian school
• Committed faculty and families
• Consistent enrollment
• Solid base of regular donors
• Financial stability
• Experienced leadership team
• Healthy relationship with our host church (EV Free of SLC)
• Spiritual Accountability Partnership provides oversight of the school board

How to Apply

1. Review the ICS Statement of Faith: www.intermountainchristian.org/we-believe
2. Email the following to Denise Buckley, Special Projects Administrator, at dbuckley@intermountainchristian.org:

• Cover letter (pease confirm agreement with the Statement of Faith and briefly share what draws you to this role)
• Current résumé or CV

Priority deadline: October 15, 2025. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.