<p>Lutheran School Wagga Wagga is a co-educational K-6 School with a strong focus on students reaching their potential in a Christ-centred environment. The current enrolment is 335 students across 14 classes. In an increasingly competitive schooling environment, it has an excellent reputation for learning results. </p><p>Lutheran School Wagga Wagga was established in 1982 by the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Wagga Wagga to provide a mission avenue for the church while at the same time providing excellence in education. It continues to foster a strong relationship with the congregation. </p><p>The Lutheran School Wagga Wagga Board invites application from suitably qualified candidates for the important educational leadership position of Principal, commencing 2024 (negotiable start date). This is an ongoing position on a five year contract. As Principal you will lead the school community in developing and shaping a shared vision on providing quality educational experiences and learning outcomes for all students while nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers and key stakeholders. </p><p>The successful applicant will be an experienced Christian leader with a proven record in education and a commitment to excellence, and be an active Christian (preference will be given to communicant members of the Lutheran Church of Australia). </p><p>Applicants should contact positions&#64;levnt.edu.au for a detailed information package, which includes a Position Description, Key Selection Criteria, and the procedure involved to apply for this position.</p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p><b>Mandatory Criteria </b></p><p>The successful applicant must: </p><p>1. Be an active member of a Christian congregation; </p><p>2. Be accredited to lead a Lutheran School as outlined by Lutheran Education Australia policy, or be prepared to acquire accreditation; </p><p>3. Have proven senior experience in teaching, educational leadership and administration; </p><p>4. Hold or be eligible for teacher registration in New South Wales.</p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p><b>Key Selection Criteria</b> (<i>must be specifically addressed in the written application</i>). </p><p>1. Demonstrated commitment and ability to lead and nurture a Christian school as evidenced by personal faith, regular worship, and concern for students, staff, parents, volunteers and friends of the School. </p><p>2. Effective leadership experience, with evidence of superior and effective interpersonal and communication skills which would engage the school and wider communities. </p><p>3. Ability to think strategically and plan and lead a complex school effectively with a proven capacity to work collegially with governance and senior leadership. </p><p>4. Commitment to quality education, with clear evidence of facilitating effective teaching and learning. </p><p>5. Ability to lead and oversee the financial sustainability of the School.</p><p> </p>