Principal, Christian ​/ Catholic School

San Juan Diego Catholic High School in Austin, Texas, is seeking a dynamic and faith-inspired Principal for the  school year. The Principal will provide academic, operational, and spiritual leadership while working closely with the President, faculty, staff, students, and families. Grounded in Catholic values and a strong commitment to education, SJDCHS empowers students from under-resourced communities to graduate ready for college, careers, and purposeful lives.

With a rigorous academic program and a unique corporate internship model, the school blends classroom learning with real-world experiences, opening doors of opportunity and inspiring hope.

Co-sponsored by the Congregation of Holy Cross and the Diocese of Austin, San Juan Diego Catholic High School (SJDCHS) is a vibrant community of faith and learning in South Austin. The school serves a diverse student population of 165 students in grades 9-12, providing an affordable, private Catholic education to families throughout Central Texas.

We invite applicants who are passionate about cultivating a positive Catholic school culture and are dedicated to the holistic development of our students to apply.

The principal fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by serving as the spiritual, educational, and managerial leader of the school. The principal is charged with the implementation of the philosophy, mission, objectives, and the overall management of the school. The principal is responsible for the professional effectiveness of the staff, the educational progress of the students, as well as the relationship within the entire school community.

The principal reports to the President.

Catholic schools in the Diocese of Austin are canonically obedient to the Bishop and assist him in fulfilling his ministry and canonical obligations. Pastors, presidents, and principals serve as leaders of the schools to make Christ's mission present and enduring in the schools. In order to fulfill Christ's mission, the school leaders employ suitable, chosen collaborators, sharing with them Christ's mission and entrusting to them various responsibilities.

Positions employed in this School help extend the ministry of the School leaders in particular ways as outlined in the job description. The employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the School leaders in the performance of their ministry and, therefore, engages in ministry for the Church.

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school.
• Acts as a witness to the Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Continuously grow in your ministry by participating in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed.
• Support and adhere to the Standards of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school.
• Develops a school climate reflecting Catholic identity.
• Identifies and effects needed change for school improvement.
• Ensures the implementation of a comprehensive curriculum through the use of a variety of pedagogical strategies.
• Supervises instruction and evaluates the overall effectiveness of the academic program.
• Ensures that the religious instruction of students meets the guidelines set forth by the Diocese.
• Promotes Catholic identity within the school liturgical celebrations, faith development, integration of Gospel values, and the practice of Christian service.
• Oversees ongoing orientation and staff development in both educational and faith development of faculty and staff.
• Maintains the accreditation of the school according to TCCED standards.
• Oversees the certification of religion teachers according to diocesan policy.
• Hires, supervises, evaluates, and terminates all faculty and staff according to diocesan guidelines.
• Fosters collaboration between parish(es), pastor(s), and the school.
• Develops faculty and student/parent handbooks in accordance with diocesan guidelines.
• Completes and submits all official forms required by the Diocesan Catholic Schools Office, Texas Catholic Conference Education Department, and other public agencies.
• Implements and reviews long-range…