Cairn Christian School is seeking our next Executive Director, effective August 1, 2026, with the possibility of an earlier start date. Cairn Christian School is an interdenominational Christian school system operating elementary school campuses in Smithville and Stoney Creek. The schools’ mission is to inspire students to love, learn, and lead together in God’s world, and their bold vision is to be the leaders in education by inspiring a diverse and unified student body to love, learn, and lead with God’s grace bringing Christ’s love to the world.

Cairn Christian School operates under a Policy Governance Model with the Executive Director as the Board’s sole official connection to the operation of the school. Two Principals and the Executive Director comprise the Senior Leadership Team. This unique structure presents an exciting opportunity for collaboration.

The Executive Director being sought will be responsible for ensuring the organization’s mission, vision, and goals are achieved. The successful candidate will possess a compelling blend of vision, leadership, interpersonal skills, business acumen, and experience in development and education, for the flourishing of our entire organization.

More information about the position can be found in the Opportunity Profile posted at www.cairnchristianschool.ca - News and Information. Nominations for the position should address the candidate’s suitability. Applications for the position are to include a letter of interest, a philosophy of Christian School leadership, a personal statement of faith, and a curriculum vitae.

Kindly direct questions or submit nominations and applications in confidence to:

Mr. Phil Schilstra - Executive Director Search Committee

6470 Townline Rd., Smithville, ON L0R 2A0 philschilstra@cairnchristianschool.ca

905-902-7393