Winter Haven is a beautiful lake-filled city in the heart of Florida. It is a growing community centrally located to all the major attractions and home to LEGOLAND USA. The Winter Haven SDA Church on Avenue K is the only constituent church for Winter Haven Adventist Academy; however, students come from five area SDA churches and the public, representing an ethnically diverse population. Warm and friendly, the church provides a supportive and caring atmosphere for growing young Christians and has maintained a small school for many years. Recent school growth has increased enrollment to about 65 students. The school has three classroom teachers in addition to the principal.  WHAA has an opening for a dedicated, caring, dynamic, and Christ-filled teaching principal for the upcoming school year (beginning July 1, 2026), whose responsibilities would include teaching grades 3-5. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills, a collaborative spirit, and a passion for children and educational excellence. Applicants for this position must model Christ-like behavior and attitudes which will positively impact students in leading them to Christ. For more information about Winter Haven Adventist Academy, please visit: http://www.mywhaa.org/

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https://careers.floridaconference.com/Careers.aspx?req=2025-ANTBE7-CG-004&type=JOBDESCR

Note that interviews may occur before the final Resume Due Date, so prompt submission of your application is encouraged.    

Applicant must be a tithe-paying Seventh-day Adventist church member in good standing and already have the legal right to work in the United States, providing evidence of such if employed. North American Division (Denominational) Teacher Certification is required and must be maintained. Successful classroom experience is preferred. Must have a service-oriented attitude, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be able to work with students and families of diverse backgrounds. Possessing competent technology skills using current educational software and hardware is essential. Additional traits should include organization, attention to detail, self-directed, and motivated. Absolute confidentiality is required. Curriculum familiarity, content knowledge, and proficiency in instructional delivery are crucial. Most importantly, the applicant must possess a love for God, a love for working with children, and a desire to see each child in Heaven. 

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