Student Body: 455

Meet Roanoke Valley Christian Schools

Roanoke Valley Christian Schools (RVCS), founded in 1973, is a private, coeducational Christian school in Roanoke County serving students from K2 (pre-kindergarten) through 12th grade.

Founded as a ministry of Shenandoah Baptist Church, the school is committed to cultivating Christian character, self-discipline, and academic excellence, while upholding the highest moral and educational standards for its students. With more than 1,400 graduates, RVCS is dedicated to developing students who imitate the heart and mind of Christ, submitting every area of life to God’s Word and engaging culture from a Biblical worldview (Philippians 2:5).

The school provides a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum in which the majority of graduates continue on to higher education. Students consistently perform above average on standardized testing, scoring higher than 64% of comparable ACSI schools on the Iowa Test of Basic Skills. Both secular and Christian textbooks are used, with every academic objective grounded in Scripture.

RVCS offers both a standard diploma (24 credits) and an advanced diploma (28 credits), ensuring academic challenge and flexibility. All teachers (K5–12) are college graduates certified by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and committed to the mission of Christian education. The campus includes air-conditioned, carpeted classrooms – many equipped with smartboard technology – along with science and computer labs, libraries, and a gymnasium. RVCS is fully accredited by ACSI and Cognia (formerly SACS), with ACSI recognized by the Virginia Council for Private Education, underscoring the school’s commitment to excellence in both academics and faith formation.

About the Head of School

The Head of School at Roanoke Valley Christian Schools will be a spiritually mature leader who combines a pastoral heart with educational excellence. With private Christian school experience, strong administrative skills, and proven leadership, he will guide the school in academics, accreditation, enrollment growth, budget stewardship, and staff development while also serving as Associate Pastor for School Ministries at Shenandoah Baptist Church. Relatable yet firm, the Head of School will embody biblical elder qualifications, provide visionary direction, and model a Christ-centered life. This role unites the responsibilities of shepherding students, families, faculty, and staff with ensuring the long-term health, growth, and mission alignment of the school.

The Head of School’s responsibilities include:

School Administration & Leadership

• Cooperate with the School Board in formulating the budget and policies of the school and implementing administrative matters.
• Provide overall evaluation and development of the school staff.
• Work closely with the Business Administrator on budgetary and maintenance concerns, and budget development, implementation, and control.
• Supervise school-wide curriculum development and coordination.
• Oversee admissions procedures and cultivate enrollment in cooperation with the Director of Development and the Admissions Director.
• Establish long-term and short-range planning for the total school ministry utilizing the Continuous School Improvement Plan format.
• Lead the school through the re-accreditation process, with support from others.
• Conduct faculty meetings when appropriate.

Pastoral/Church Alignment

1. Serve as the Associate Pastor for School Ministries at Shenandoah Baptist Church.
2. Attend weekly pastoral staff meetings and special church events, as appropriate.
3. Attend monthly Elder meetings.
4. Be available to participate in the ordinances of the local church of baptism and serve the Lord’s Supper.
5. Maintain active membership and involvement at Shenandoah Baptist Church.
6. Regularly meet with the Executive Pastor for support, accountability, prayer, to cultivate vision, and review the cultural trends of the school.
7. The role is 95% focused on the school, with 5% dedicated to associate pastor duties.

What you bring

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Head of School:

Education and Experience

• Master of Arts in Christian Education Degree or higher (or a comparable degree in a related field).
• Full agreement with the Statement of Faith and general ministry philosophy, goals, and direction of Shenandoah Baptist Church.
• Possession or pursuit of certification in school administration from the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
• Preference for a minimum of three (3) years of classroom teaching experience.
• Preference for a minimum of three (3) years of successful experience in the supervision of both employees and students in a ministry/education setting.
• Experience in Christian school administration or church administration is preferable.

Personal Characteristics and Qualifications

• Evidence of salvation.
• Biblical qualifications of an Elder (1 Tim 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9).
• Evidence of God’s call to the pastoral ministry.
• Committed to daily prayer and Bible study.
• Committed to personal and family purity.
• Exemplary character and integrity.
• Passionate personal worship and love for God.
• Intentional evangelism and personal witness.
• Spiritual and practical maturity.
• Promotion of unity within the ministry.
• A servant leader.
• A deep love for people and students of diverse demographics.
• A teachable spirit.
• Evidence of humility and dependence on the Holy Spirit and wisdom of Scripture.
• Lifestyle models the RVCS Handbook that can be imitated by faculty, staff, students, and constituent families.

What it’s like to live in Roanoke, VA

Living in Roanoke, Virginia feels like finding a peaceful, beautiful gem nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains – affordable, friendly, and rich in culture and outdoor escape. From its revitalized downtown full of restaurants, galleries, and festivals, to the expansive trail systems, parks, and scenic drives, the city offers a welcoming setting for both families and outdoor enthusiasts. Neighbors are welcoming and community-oriented. Roanoke offers opportunities to grow in faith through meaningful service, fellowship in the beauty of the mountains, and life-giving connections with others. Here, spiritual life blends warmth, engagement, and the serenity of God’s creation.