Description

The Opportunity

We are prayerfully seeking our next Head of School (HOS) to lead Veritas Academy of Tucson into its next season of growth and faithfulness.

The HOS will serve as the chief servant leader, providing spiritual leadership, guiding Directors, and ensuring that all aspects of the school align with our mission. Rather than micromanaging, the HOS will lead leaders, equipping, supporting, and holding them accountable. The HOS will also serve as the key connection between the Board, staff, families, and the wider Tucson community.

About Veritas Academy of Tucson

Veritas Academy of Tucson is a private, classical Christian school serving grades K–12. Founded in 2008, Veritas partners with families to provide an academically rigorous, Christ-centered education that cultivates wisdom, character, and a love for God.

We operate as a University-Model School® (UMS), combining professional classroom instruction with parent-led home learning. This structure strengthens family relationships, nurtures discipleship, and equips students to thrive academically and spiritually.

As a classical school, we employ time-tested methods such as the Trivium (Grammar, Logic, Rhetoric), emphasizing the great works of Western civilization and the conviction that all knowledge is illuminated by Christ, the source of all truth.

Our mission is to assist families in raising children who love and glorify God, who grow in wisdom and virtue, and who are prepared to run the race of faith well.

Key Responsibilities

Spiritual Leadership – Model a vibrant faith in Christ through Scripture, prayer, discipleship, and church involvement. Encourage a Christ-focused vision for the school and shepherd the community with humility and grace.
Leadership of Leaders – Supervise and support Directors (Academics, Administration, Family Ministries, Student Life), implementing a process of growth-oriented performance reviews rooted in servant leadership.
Strategic Direction & Board Partnership – Collaborate with the Board on long-term planning, policy development, and organizational health. Provide insight and transparency at board meetings.
Academic & Operational Oversight (through Directors) – Ensure academics, operations, and student life align with mission, while equipping and holding Directors accountable for excellence.
Community & Parent Partnership – Serve as a visible, approachable shepherd to families. Strengthen parent partnerships and represent Veritas to churches, prospective families, and the Tucson community.
Advancement & Stewardship – Promote financial sustainability through wise stewardship, donor engagement, and mission-driven budgeting.
 

Qualifications

Mature, growing relationship with Jesus Christ; active involvement in a local church.
Alignment with Veritas Academy’s Statement of Faith and guiding principles.
Demonstrated servant leadership in education, ministry, or organizational contexts.
Proven ability to lead leaders with vision, encouragement, and accountability.
Strong communicator, able to articulate biblical truth winsomely and build trust with diverse stakeholders.
Experience in strategic planning, organizational leadership, and policy development.
Background in education leadership preferred; familiarity with classical and/or UMS models is a strong plus.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in education, leadership, or related field preferred.
Significant leadership experience; teaching experience preferred.

Other Requirements

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Must successfully complete background checks (including fingerprint clearance and criminal history).
Employment at Veritas Academy is at-will, consistent with Arizona law.
Must agree to and uphold Veritas Academy’s Statement of Faith and Mission.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit:

Cover letter and résumé
Personal testimony of faith and philosophy of Christian education
Applications and inquiries may be directed to:
VeritasHOSsearch@gmail.com

Requirements

• Mature, growing relationship with Jesus Christ and alignment with Veritas’ Statement of Faith.
• Alignment with Veritas Academy’s Statement of Faith and doctrinal positions.
• Demonstrated servant leadership in a Christian ministry, academic, or organizational context.
• Proven ability to lead leaders and manage complex organizations through vision, collaboration, and accountability.
• Experience in strategic planning, policy development, and organizational leadership.
• Strong communicator and relationship-builder with faculty, parents, students, and community stakeholders.
• Relational and approachable, modeling humility, integrity, and grace.
• Experience in education leadership (classical/UMS preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in education, leadership, or a related field preferred.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must successfully complete background checks, including fingerprint clearance, criminal history, and reference verification, as required by state law and school policy.