Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Meet St. Luke’s Lutheran School

St. Luke’s Lutheran School, located in Oviedo, Florida, is a private Christian institution serving students from preschool through eighth grade. With a student body of approximately 865 and a student-teacher ratio of 18:1, the school emphasizes individualized attention to foster each child’s unique potential. Rooted in the belief that every child is an “unrepeatable miracle of God,” St. Luke’s offers a nurturing environment where students can learn, grow, and succeed.

The school’s curriculum integrates rigorous academics with Christian values, providing a comprehensive education that includes fine arts, athletics, and innovative programs like an outdoor classroom. St. Luke’s commitment to treating each student individually ensures that children are supported in their personal and spiritual development, preparing them to become compassionate and responsible members of the community.

About the Superintendent

Through visionary leadership, strategic development, and effective administrative management, the superintendent fosters an environment of excellence in Christian education for the students of St. Luke’s Lutheran School. This role is central to maintaining a Christ-centered culture that supports both academic achievement and spiritual growth.

As a key member of the executive team, the superintendent provides broad-based leadership and support to both St. Luke’s Lutheran Church and School. This individual collaborates closely with staff and faculty across all ministries, working together to shape and implement a cohesive, impactful mission.

Committed to the shared vision and values of St. Luke’s, the superintendent champions a unified approach to ministry and education, strengthening the connection between church, school, and community while advancing the mission of equipping students for lifelong Christian service.

The Superintendent’s responsibilities include:

I. Visionary Leadership

• In partnership with the Senior Pastor and School Board, lead and inspire faculty, students, parents, and the congregation to embrace and support the school’s vision and mission.
• Strategically align the school’s goals with the broader mission of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church and its affiliated ministries, including Lutheran Haven.
• Foster a Christ-centered leadership culture among the administrative team that supports spiritual growth, academic excellence, and the emotional well-being of students, staff, and families.
• Champion the continued advancement of the school’s mission by working with the Senior Pastor and School Board to shape future development plans.
• Guide the creation and implementation of school policies, procedures, and curriculum that reflect the institution’s vision and mission.
• Cultivate a thriving environment that exemplifies outstanding Christian education.

II. School Operations & Management

• Communicate regularly with the school community through various platforms to ensure transparency and support for the school’s mission.
• Oversee school office operations, including the management of accurate records and coordination with the School Board on agendas and minutes.
• Supervise the development and distribution of marketing and promotional materials in collaboration with the Director of Development, Admissions & Marketing team, and Chief Communications Officer.
• Promote a culture of hospitality and engagement for families, students, faculty, and staff.
• Work with the Admissions and Marketing team to develop and implement strategic enrollment plans.
• Collaborate with the CFO, Church Treasurer, and administrative team to prepare and manage the school budget, ensuring responsible financial stewardship.
• Ensure effective systems are in place for student discipline, admissions, enrollment transitions, and academic intervention programs.

III. Supportive Leadership

• Conduct annual reviews of school-wide goals to ensure alignment and effectiveness.
• Maintain strong, collaborative relationships with the pastoral team and church leadership.
• Lead fundraising and development efforts alongside the Director of Development.
• Promote a team-oriented ministry through ongoing support, encouragement, and supervision of faculty and staff.
• Provide consistent leadership to the administrative team and maintain a strong presence at school and church events.
• Represent the school in regional and Synodical conferences and serve in leadership roles as appropriate.

IV. Personnel Supervision

• Supervise and support the administrative team in their respective roles.
• Coordinate with the administrative team to conduct formal annual evaluations and create professional development plans for staff.
• Lead regular team meetings to ensure clear communication and alignment.
• Offer personal counsel and guidance to staff members for ongoing encouragement and growth.
• Partner with the Chief Human Resources Officer and appropriate supervisors to recruit, screen, and hire qualified personnel; make recommendations to the School Board for the calling of LCMS commissioned ministers.

V. General Administration

• Lead staff devotions and spiritual development sessions as assigned.
• Serve as an ex-officio member of the Parent Teacher League Board.
• Attend School Board, Board of Directors, Voters’ Meetings, and other key leadership gatherings.
• Organize and oversee beginning- and end-of-year staff meetings and celebrations.
• Build strong relationships with local school administrators and participate in community engagement opportunities as time allows.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the School Board and/or Senior Pastor.

What you bring

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Superintendent:

Education and experience

• Teacher/Administrator in good standing.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Education is Required
• Master’s Degree (in administration preferred)
• Experience as a classroom teacher – 5 plus years
• Experience as an administrator – 5 plus years
• Experience and understanding of “team” ministry.
• Possess a strong commitment to Lutheran School ministry.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Model the Christian life, including prayer and devotional life, worship life, family life, and stewardship of gifts, talents, and treasures.
  • Demonstrates skills in the following areas:
    • Visionary mindset
    • Positive leadership of faculty, staff, parents, and students
    • Effective communicator, diligent promoter of the school
    • Effective mediator of conflict
    • Ability to relate to staff, students, and parents
    • Organization
    • Time management
    • Broad, national experience

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical – Synthesize complex or diverse information; Collect and research data; Use intuition and experience to complement data; Design workflows and procedures.
• Problem Solving – Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; Gather and analyze information skillfully; Develop alternative solutions; Work well in group problem-solving situations; Use reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Project Management – Develop project plans; Coordinate projects; Communicate changes and progress; Complete projects on time and budget; Manage project team activities.
• Technical Skills – Assess own strengths and weaknesses; Pursue training and development opportunities; Strive to continuously build knowledge and skills; Share expertise with others.
• Customer Service – Manage difficult or emotional customer situations; Respond promptly to requests for service and assistance; Meet commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills – Focus on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintain confidentiality; Listen to others without interrupting; Keep emotions under control; Remain open to others’ ideas and try new things.
• Oral Communication – Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listen and get clarification; Respond well to questions; Demonstrate group presentation skills; Participate in meetings.
• Written Communication – Write clearly and informatively; Edit work for spelling and grammar; Vary writing style to meet needs; Present numerical data effectively; Be able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork – Balance team and individual responsibilities; Exhibit objectivity and openness to others’ views; Give and welcome feedback; Contribute to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Support everyone’s efforts to succeed.
• Visionary Leadership – Display passion and optimism; Inspire respect and trust; Mobilize others to fulfill the vision; Provide vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
• Change Management – Develop workable implementation plans; Communicate changes effectively; Build commitment and overcome resistance; Prepare and support those affected by change; Monitor transition and evaluate results.
• Leadership – Exhibit confidence in self and others; Inspire and motivate others to perform well; Effectively influence actions and opinions of others; Accept feedback from others; Give appropriate recognition to others.
• Managing People – Include staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating, and process improvement; Take responsibility for subordinates’ activities; Make self available to staff; Provide regular performance feedback; Develop subordinates’ skills and encourage growth; Solicit and apply customer feedback (internal and external); Foster quality focus in others; Improve processes, products, and services; Continually work to improve supervisory skills.
• Cost Consciousness – Work within approved budget; Develop and implement cost-saving measures; Contribute to profits and revenue; Conserve organizational resources.
• Ethics – Treat people with respect; Keep commitments; Inspire the trust of others; Work with integrity and ethically; Uphold organizational values.
• Organizational Support – Follow policies and procedures; Complete administrative tasks correctly and on time; Support organization’s goals and values; Benefit organization through outside activities; Support affirmative action and respect diversity.
• Strategic Thinking – Develop strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understand organization’s strengths and weaknesses; Analyze market and competition; Identify external threats and opportunities; Adapt strategy to changing conditions.
• Judgment – Display willingness to make decisions; Exhibit sound and accurate judgment; Support and explain reasoning for decisions; Include appropriate people in decision-making process; Make timely decisions.
• Motivation – Set and achieve challenging goals; Demonstrate persistence and overcome obstacles; Measure self against the standard of excellence; Take calculated risks to accomplish goals. Planning/Organizing – Prioritize and plan work activities; Use time efficiently; Plan for additional resources; Set goals and objectives; Organize or schedule other people and their tasks; Develop realistic action plans.
• Professionalism – Approach others in a tactful manner; React well under pressure; Treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accept responsibility for own actions; Follow through on commitments
• Quality – Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; Look for ways to improve and promote quality; Apply feedback to improve performance; Monitor own work to ensure quality.
• Safety and Security – Observe safety and security procedures; Determine appropriate action beyond guidelines; Report potentially unsafe conditions; Use equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability – Adapt to changes in the work environment; Manage competing demands; Change approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time. Ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrive at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability – Follow instructions, respond to management direction; Take responsibility for your own actions; Keep commitments; Commit to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Complete tasks on time or notify the appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative – Volunteer readily; Undertake self-development activities; Seek increased responsibilities; Take independent actions and calculated risks; Look for and take advantage of opportunities; Ask for and offer help when needed.
• Innovation – Display original thinking and creativity; Meet challenges with resourcefulness; Generate suggestions for improving work; Develop innovative approaches and ideas; Present ideas and information in a manner that gets others’ Attention.

What it’s like to live in Oviedo, FL

Oviedo, Florida, offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and modern convenience, making it an ideal place to live for families, professionals, and retirees alike. Nestled in Seminole County just northeast of Orlando, Oviedo is known for its excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community. With award-winning parks, recreational facilities, and a well-maintained trail system, residents enjoy an active, outdoor lifestyle year-round in Florida’s warm climate.

The city has seen thoughtful development that preserves its natural beauty and history while offering modern amenities. Oviedo’s historic downtown features local shops, farmers markets, and community events that foster a close-knit atmosphere. At the same time, residents have easy access to major highways, making commutes to Orlando’s job centers, theme parks, and international airport quick and convenient. The city also offers a range of housing options—from established neighborhoods with character to new developments with energy-efficient homes.

What truly sets Oviedo apart is its family-friendly environment and commitment to quality of life. The city hosts numerous festivals, cultural activities, and youth sports programs that bring people together. Institutions like St. Luke’s Lutheran School and the University of Central Florida nearby offer excellent educational opportunities. With its balance of peaceful suburban living, strong community values, and proximity to urban amenities, Oviedo continues to be one of Central Florida’s most desirable places to call home.

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