Adventist Christian Academy, serving students from Pre-K through 8th grade, is currently accepting applications for the position of Principal. 

The school is located in Panama City, a city in northwest Florida known for its coastal charm, history, arts & culture, and outdoor activities.  The school is only about 10 minutes away from the beach.  Adventist Christian Academy is looking for a dynamic and visionary leader to collaborate with an engaged school board in the goal of expanding the school into a junior academy, and eventually a full Pre-K through 12th grade institution. 

The principal plays a vital role in leading the daily life and direction of Adventist Christian Academy.  This position ensures that the school’s mission is lived out each day, while working within the policies of Adventist Christian Academy, the Gulf States Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, and the laws of the State of Florida.  The principal fosters a positive environment where students, teachers, and families feel supported, inspired, and equipped to grow. This is a full-time, salaried position that includes teaching a limited number of classes, but the ideal candidate will dedicate a significant portion of their time each week to strategic planning and working with the school board to envision the future direction of the school.

Employees of Adventist Christian Academy should be faithful, practicing members of the Seventh-day Adventist church whose life and habits have a positive influence in leading students to Jesus.  These employees will be passionate about Adventist Education and will support the mission of Adventist Christian Academy at all times.  For more information about the school, please visit: https://acapc.org/.

Please visit the Gulf States Conference website (https://www.gscsda.org/career-opportunities) for a job description and an employment application form for this position. 

Applicants should have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in education (Junior Academy endorsements would also be desired).  Applicants should possess, qualify for, or be willing to take the necessary coursework to receive NAD certification with an elementary endorsement.  Administrative and multi-grade experience in an Adventist school is preferred.  Salary and benefits are based on the denominational wage scale and policy.  If interested in being considered, please send a cover letter, completed application form, and a current resume with 3-5 references (including your last two employers) with email addresses and phone numbers to Kelsey Abbott, Education Assistant (kabbott@gscsda.org).