Catholic School Principals; Archdiocese of Academic Year

Applications being accepted for principal ships for the  school year.

Catholic School Principals

Archdiocese of New York

Academic Year

Mission Statement

The mission of the Catholic Schools of the Archdiocese of New York is to ensure our schools are Christ-centered, academically excellent, and welcoming communities that teach students to be life-long learners and leaders energized by fidelity to Christ, the Church, and one another.

Position Summary

As the building administrator, the principal has the immediate responsibility for implementing the mission of the school in its regular operations. This position supports the philosophy, principles and characteristics of Catholic education and assures quality service to students, faculty, staff, parents, outside organizations and the wider community.

As the primary instructional leader, the principal has direct responsibility for the required program of instruction.

Responsibilities include:

• Initiate, coordinate and oversee instructional planning
• Provide for articulation of the New York State Next Generation Standards within the school
• Utilize testing data to make appropriate data driven decisions to enhance student performance
• Encourage the faculty to utilize a variety of appropriate instructional methodologies and resources to enhance student learning and improve student performance on assessments
• Provide counsel and leadership as needed to move the integration of technology forward into curriculum

Requirements:

• Practicing Roman Catholic
• Master's Degree is required
• Level 1 and Level 2 Catechist certification required or a willingness to complete both levels within 3 years

Specific Skills:

• Possess a strong sense of spirituality
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• A visionary and transformational leader with organizational and analytical skills
• Diligent work ethic, service minded, and has a propensity for attention to detail
• Must be able to structure, implement and manage a wide range of school and business projects
• The principal position is a 12 month at will position:

Regional principals report directly to the Regional Superintendent.

Parish based principals report directly to the Pastor of the Parish.

Salary: $85,852 - $133,532 dependent upon education and experience.