Southwest Christian School – Chief Financial Officer

Southwest Christian School
Fort Worth, TX

Job Summary

Southwest Christian School (SCS) is a Christ-centered, college-preparatory school in Fort Worth, TX. Founded in 1969, SCS has served approximately 1,000 students in grades Pre-K through 12 in a vibrant, faith-focused community. The mission of Southwest Christian School is to provide a Christ-centered, college-preparatory education that graduates young adults equipped as Christian leaders in the world—an enduring purpose that informs every decision the school makes and undergirds its academics, spiritual life, and community life. With a nationally recognized curriculum taught from a biblical worldview and enriched by weekly chapel, global learning opportunities, and strong extracurricular programs, SCS prepares students not just for college but for meaningful leadership and service in a rapidly changing world.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) reports directly to the Head of School and is a member of the senior leadership team. The CFO is responsible for the financial integrity of the school and will be responsible for the management of the financial operations, business contracts, procurement, etc. The CFO must be an effective leader who can manage information, people, and processes. As such, she/he must be skillful in dealing effectively with a wide variety of issues, situations, and problems in collaboration with leadership, the Board, employees, and parents. The CFO must be able to produce consistently high-quality work, inspire, and motivate others to work toward school goals.

Academically Excellenct

SCS is a college preparatory school committed to preparing our students to be leaders in a rapidly changing world. Our nationally-recognized and award-winning curriculum is built around pertinent ideas, creative problem-solving strategies, and purposeful practice.

Globally Minded

We are recognized nationally and internationally for our global education initiatives. Spanish language instruction supports cultural competencies through our broad international studies programming.

Distinctively Christian

SCS is an interdenominational Christian school. Biblically integrated curriculum is taught by teachers who daily model the Christian life and reinforce the values of home and church.

Opportunity Profile

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Expression of Interest

To express your interest in this position, please complete the form and be prepared to upload your current and complete resume/CV; a Statement of Christian Testimony (please limit to 500 words); and a Cover Letter introducing your candidacy to the search committee.