Berean Christian Academy

Christian Classical Education

Total Enrollment: 315

Meet Berean Christian Academy

Berean Christian Academy in Katy, Texas, offers a discipleship-driven, classical Christian education designed to cultivate wisdom, virtue, and a lifelong love for learning. By utilizing the historical Trivium—the stages of Grammar, Logic, and Rhetoric—the academy aligns its curriculum with the natural development of a child’s mind. Students are not merely taught facts but are trained to recognize Truth, Goodness, and Beauty through a Christ-centered worldview. The school's "Integration of Subjects" approach ensures that history, science, and the arts are not taught in isolation but are woven together chronologically, allowing students to see the "big picture" of God's creation and our place within it.

Beyond its rigorous academics, Berean Christian Academy fosters a thriving community where every student is known, and loved. Operating in close partnership with parents and at small class sizes (12-14), the school emphasizes heart transformation over legalistic rules, encouraging students to live for the glory of Christ and the benefit of others. Life at BCA is enriched by a variety of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics through the West Houston Christian Athletic Conference and TAPPS, as well as fine arts and nature studies. As the school prepares to transition to a permanent campus for the 2026-2027 school year, it remains dedicated to producing disciples who can think critically, argue gracefully, and impact the world for Jesus Christ.

About the Executive Director

Berean Christian Academy is seeking a Christ-centered, mission-minded Executive Director to provide leadership and oversight for all non-academic operations of the Berean Christian Academy as the school continues on in its next phase of growth and maturation. Reporting to the Head of Berean Christian Academy, this position is responsible for ensuring that Berean’s business, facilities, and administrative functions operate with excellence, efficiency, and integrity. The ideal candidate will be a servant-leader who combines organizational skill, financial acumen, and a heart for ministry in support of Berean’s mission to cultivate wisdom and godliness in students through classical Christian education.

The Executive Director serves as a key administrative leader who ensures that the operations and non-academic functions of Berean Christian Academy run effectively and in alignment with the mission of providing a Christ-centered, classical education. The Executive Director oversees and supports all non-faculty departments—finance, admissions, development, operations, facilities, marketing, and human resources—creating systems and processes that uphold excellence, accountability, and stewardship.

The Executive Director's responsibilities include:

• Provide daily oversight of all non-academic departments, ensuring effective systems that support the mission and vision of the Berean Christian Academy.
• Lead strategic planning and implementation in coordination with the Head of Berean Christian Academy including long-term staffing and future operational needs.
• Create and implement processes and procedures as needed to ensure consistent execution of BCA’s operations.
• Supervise and mentor non-faculty staff.
• Support the development and management of the annual budget in collaboration with the Head of Berean Christian Academy, Business Office and BCA Board of Directors.
• Oversee business operations, purchasing, vendor relations, and financial accountability. Support institutional advancement through oversight of admissions, development, and marketing efforts.
• Lead (both hands-on and through delegation) future building and renovation projects
• Establish the administrative back office with clear job responsibilities, reporting, and systems
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, donors, and the broader community.
• Supervise maintenance, safety, and improvement of all facilities and grounds, including special projects and construction coordination.
• Coordinate risk management, insurance, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Oversee technology and administrative infrastructure to support effective operations.
• Collaborate with the Head of Berean Christian Academy and the Administrative Team to ensure mission alignment across departments.
• Represent the Head of Berean Christian Academy in operational matters and maintain confidentiality in all communications.
• Encourage a culture of excellence, service, and Biblical stewardship among all staff.

What you bring

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Executive Director:

Education and Experience

• A born-again Christian who actively walks with the Lord and demonstrates a life consistent with Biblical principles.
• Unequivocal agreement with Berean Christian Academy’s Statement of Faith and philosophy of Christian classical education.
• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in business, organizational leadership, or education administration preferred.
• Minimum of seven years of management or administrative experience in an educational, ministry, or nonprofit setting.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple departments, and implement organizational systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, make sound judgments, and execute with a “lean” mindset.
• A servant-leader mindset with integrity, humility, and professionalism.
• Strong leadership and organizational management abilities.
• Ability to build trust, mentor staff, and lead through collaboration and accountability.
• Proficient in budgeting, financial analysis, and strategic planning.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Skilled at building relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Capacity to balance big-picture vision with day-to-day, hands-on operational needs.
• Commitment to excellence and stewardship in all responsibilities.
• Models Christlike character in word and deed.
• Demonstrates humility, integrity, and professionalism.
• Maintains active involvement in a local, Bible-believing church.
• Upholds confidentiality, teamwork, and Berean’s mission in all matters.

What it's like to live in Katy, Texas

Katy, Texas, offers an exceptional quality of life centered around its world-class master-planned communities, which are designed to feel like self-contained resorts. Neighborhoods like Cinco Ranch, Elyson, and Cane Island provide residents with an incredible array of private amenities that go far beyond a simple neighborhood pool. Living here means having access to miles of interconnected hiking and biking trails, sparkling man-made lakes for catch-and-release fishing, fitness centers, and tennis courts. These communities often employ full-time lifestyle directors who curate monthly calendars of events—ranging from food truck Fridays and outdoor movie nights to seasonal festivals—fostering a deep sense of neighborly connection that is rare in many modern suburbs.

The local economy is another primary draw, as Katy has evolved into a powerhouse employment hub in its own right. Its strategic location along the I-10 "Energy Corridor" provides residents with short commutes to some of the world’s largest energy and technology firms, while the city's own commercial growth has brought a surge of corporate offices and medical facilities to the area. Beyond the professional opportunities, the lifestyle convenience is unmatched. You can spend your weekends exploring the upscale shops and outdoor patios of LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch, browsing the massive retail selection at Katy Mills, or enjoying the diverse culinary scene in Katy Asian Town, which features everything from authentic dim sum to trendy dessert spots.

For those who prioritize an active, outdoor lifestyle, Katy provides a surprisingly lush environment with an abundance of public green spaces. Mary Jo Peckham Park is a local gem where residents can enjoy mini-golf and a scenic duck pond, while the massive 7,800-acre George Bush Park offers a vast expanse of wetlands and trails for more rugged exploration. Whether you are cooling off at the Typhoon Texas water park during the humid summer months or enjoying the historic charm of "Old Town" Katy with its antique shops and heritage museum, the city balances its rapid modern expansion with a relaxed, small-town atmosphere.