Position Overview:

The mission of NorthShore Classical Academy (NCA) is to inspire and challenge students with a robust classical education dedicated to student civic service, love of country and moral character. We are looking for a leader who embodies the same mission through their character and actions.

NCA invites energetic and inspiring individuals to apply as Head of School for its inaugural year, commencing with the 2025-2026. NCA is a private classical high school in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, which utilizes the Hillsdale College Classical Curriculum and its unique World of Work™ program to offer students experiences in four career pathways (college preparation, industry/skilled trades, military/civilian leadership, and entrepreneurship).

Please submit a resume as well as a cover letter that includes a personal statement of educational philosophy to susan.mobley@ncawi.org. Review of applications will begin April 1, 2025.

Leadership Responsibilities and Expectations:

• Executive Oversight: Provide comprehensive management of all school operations, including academics, finance, personnel, regulatory compliance, and facilities.

• Instructional Leadership: Observe teachers at regular intervals, document findings, and offer constructive feedback in the capacity of both mentor and supervisor.

• Board Relationship: Report to the school board at scheduled meetings, ensuring transparency and accountability.

• Community Engagement & Representation: Serve as the school's executive leader in engagements with the public, school community, and government agencies.

• Guardian of Mission and Student Welfare: Oversee the education and well-being of students while upholding and advocating for the school’s mission.

• Philosophy of Education:

  • Recognize that classical education shapes both intellect and character, instilling virtue in young men and women.

  • Articulate the enduring value of a liberal arts education with clarity and conviction.

  • Cultivate a school culture rooted in principled self-governance and civic responsibility, aligned with the American classical tradition.

• Academic and Ethical Stewardship:

  • Ensure excellence in curriculum, pedagogy, and school culture, understanding that intellectual and ethical development extends beyond the classroom.

  • Embody virtuous living and foster a love of learning through personal scholarly pursuits and the enthusiastic sharing of knowledge.

• Visionary Leadership:

  • Define and pursue the school’s strategic objectives with foresight and determination.

  • Inspire commitment, accountability, and collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and stakeholders.

• Commitment to Educational Reform:

  • Advocate for classical education as a universally enriching model for all learners.

  • Approach the revitalization of American education with both courage and prudence.

• Moral and Institutional Integrity:

  • Demonstrate unwavering dedication to the school’s mission and its influence on the local, state, and national landscape.

  • Exemplify moral character, earning the trust and confidence of students, faculty, and the broader community.
    

Qualifications and Requirements - Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental. Certain skillsets / experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed over time:

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in a liberal arts discipline is required. A Master’s degree is preferred.

• Experience: A minimum of five years experience in classical education; administrative experience in a classical or private school is preferred.

• Intellectual and Pedagogical Foundations:

  • Deep understanding of the classical liberal arts, its origins in the Western intellectual tradition, and its enduring influence on American education.

  • Familiarity with the Hillsdale College Curriculum is strongly preferred.

  • Awareness of the systemic challenges afflicting contemporary education and its root causes.

• Rhetorical and Communicative Proficiency:

  • The ability to compellingly articulate the school’s vision, distinctive curriculum, and pedagogical philosophy to parents, students, benefactors, and the broader community.

  • Mastery of both oral and written discourse, with the capacity to engage effectively across diverse constituencies, including students, faculty, staff, parents, and civic leaders.

• Pedagogical and Leadership Acumen:

  • A deep understanding of the educator’s craft, with the ability to teach with excellence and mentor fellow instructors.

  • Strong leadership skills in personnel management, including recruitment, hiring, supervision, and professional development.

• Strategic and Operational Aptitude:

  • A capacity for prioritization and execution characterized by intellectual vigor, organizational precision, and operational efficiency.

The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $100,000 annually. Pay will align with experience. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications. This position is eligible to participate in Northshore Classical Academy’s comprehensive benefit offerings, including medical and retirement benefits.

If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.
NorthShore Classical Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply, please submit a resume as well as a cover letter that includes a personal statement of educational philosophy connected directly to a Classical model to susan.mobley@ncawi.org.

Review of applications will begin starting April 1, 2025.