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Kendall Christian School

Our school was established in 1973 as a ministry of Kendall Presbyterian Church. We welcome families of all races, national, and ethnic origins. Our small class sizes allow for close relationships between students and teachers. The security monitoring and gated campus helps our students and families feel safe and secure.

We understand the importance of meeting the needs of the individual student and KCS offers a wide variety of learning methodologies and materials. Our faculty is experienced, qualified and dedicated to help our students identify and develop his/her individual talents and strengths. We accept the responsibility of bringing the finest faculty and superior academics together to ensure that each child is given the best opportunity to develop his/her mind, character and abilities.

News

Kendall students help with hurricane relief

September 2017

Students handed out flyers requesting that neighbors donate for hurricane relief.

Kendall Christian Elementary raises over $1,000 for Autism Awareness

April 2017

Our elementary student council and national honor society students raised over $1,000 for Autism Awareness through a t-shirt fundraiser. The funds were used to support three local special-needs classrooms at Dr. E.L. Whigam Elementary School. Our students had the opportunity to visit the classes and deliver all the materials purchased with the funds raised.

Staff & Students

School Head
Alex Gispert

Full-time Faculty & Administration
45

Part-time Faculty & Administration
12

Support Staff
28

Enrollment

K3-K4 184

K5 52

Grades 1-5 205

Enrollment totals include
these special programs:

VPK Students 80

Fla Corporate Tax Students 35

Job Opportunities

Posted March 7th, 2023

Head of School

Kendall Christian School is in search of its next Head of School, who will assume leadership in July 2023.

Kendall Christian School was established in 1973 as a ministry of Kendall Presbyterian Church. Over the last 50 years Kendall Christian has been committed to providing exceptional Christian education in a nurturing, and caring environment. Families of all races, nationalities, and ethnic origins are welcome. The small class sizes allow for close relationships between students and teachers. The security monitoring and gated campus helps students and families feel safe and secure.

KCS offers a wide variety of learning methodologies and materials. Our faculty is experienced, qualified and dedicated to help our students identify and develop his/her individual talents and strengths. We accept the responsibility of bringing the finest faculty and superior academics together to ensure that each child is given the best opportunity to develop his/her mind, character and abilities.

Kendall Christian School currently has two campuses and will be opening a third campus for the fall of 2024, serving over 500 students. With just over 95 employees, KCS was voted “Best Place to Work” for four consecutive years by the South Florida Business Journal.
At Kendall Christian School, the head of school carries out the duties and responsibilities of the school to the glory of God and to the benefit of the educational program. The Head of school is immediately responsible to the Board of Directors for all academic, personnel, business, and developmental matters of the school according to the policies and procedures established by it. The Head of school faithfully promotes the school’s Mission, Vision and other position and policy documents of the school as it impacts the educational and spiritual growth of each student, faculty and staff member.

Requirements

The Ideal Candidate should:
Be a devout follower of Christ, who understands what it means to lead with a Biblical worldview in all aspects of their role.
Be an actively involved member of a Protestant church.
Possess strong communication skills, a positive attitude, nurturing and visional leadership.
Demonstrate leadership experience in independent education in a K-8 setting, including classroom experience.
Be dedicated to the success of every student. Embracing excellence in academics.
Be self-directed, and be able to work independently as well as with and in groups

Minimum Qualifications:
A Master’s degree or higher
Graduate degree in Educational Leadership
5 years of active experience in school administration

To apply for this position, please provide us with the following information: - Cover Letter - Resume - Three to five professional references - A recent photo (Headshot Photo) - A statement of educational philosophy Please email the items listed above to Mrs. Susie Fernandez at: Email: sfernandez@kendallchristian.com Office number: 305-271-3723

http://www.kendallchristian.com
8485 SW 112 Street
Miami, FL 33156
Phone: (305) 271-3723
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