Compensation By Design: Building a Sustainable Compensation Philosophy for Christian Schools
Seminar Description
Compensation is one of the most important strategic decisions a Christian school makes, yet many schools inherit compensation systems rather than intentionally designing them.
In this seminar, we’ll briefly explore the principles behind a sustainable, mission-aligned compensation philosophy. Participants will examine how compensation intersects with tuition strategy, budgeting, fundraising, governance, and long-term institutional health. Rather than focusing on salary schedules, this session provides leaders with a framework for making compensation decisions that attract and retain exceptional faculty while preserving financial durability.
Topics will include:
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Why every school needs a written compensation philosophy
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Aligning compensation with mission and strategic priorities
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Understanding market data without becoming market-driven
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Balancing equity, merit, affordability, and sustainability
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The board’s role versus the administration’s role
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Practical first steps toward a healthier compensation model
Registration Options
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Registration Options
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Price |
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Member
Registration Ends 10/29/26 at 12:00 AM CST
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$250.00 |
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Non-Member
Registration Ends 10/29/26 at 12:00 AM CST
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$320.00 |
Matt Skinner
Matt joins SCL with more than two decades of financial and operational leadership in classical Christian education, most recently leading Fortis Consulting, advising schools nationwide on governance and financial sustainability. Prior to Fortis, Matt served nine years as Head of School at Heritage Preparatory School in Atlanta, where he more than doubled enrollment, grew annual giving from roughly $125,000 to nearly $1 million, and led over $40 million in fundraising while launching the high school and expanding campus facilities.
Earlier, Matt led The Heritage School in Texas and Hilton Head Christian Academy, strengthening financial systems and advancing key capital projects. At Landmark Christian School, he reversed a seven-year enrollment decline, eliminated a $1.9 million operating deficit, and raised more than $6 million.
Matt began his career in public accounting with BDO Seidman and Grant Thornton before founding his own CPA practice. He holds a BBA in accounting from the University of Texas at Arlington and an MEd in educational leadership from Covenant College.
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