Principal

Reporting to the Pastor of St. Gerard Parish, the Principal is the spiritual and educational leader of St. Gerard School whose responsibility is to uphold a positive, faith-filled atmosphere of learning in an academically challenging environment. The Principal provides leadership, motivation, and training to the teaching staff on curriculum and instruction, classroom management, and student achievement. Working collaboratively with the Pastor, faculty, staff, students, parents, parish leaders, and other stakeholders, the Principal cultivates an environment that fosters academic excellence, Catholic faith formation, vitality, and viability.

Qualified candidates will have at least 5 years of experience in education; experience in a Catholic school preferred. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and visionary leader with skills in curriculum implementation, promotion of Catholic faith formation, team building, faculty supervision and development, parental engagement, school safety practices, and effective elementary school management. Understanding of overall operations of a successful school including finance, budget development, admissions, fundraising, and marketing is essential. Must be a practicing Catholic with an appreciation and passion for the mission of Catholic education and St. Gerard School along with a deep-rooted commitment to Catholic faith and teachings. Master's degree required and appropriate New Jersey administrative certification. Must be available to attend events after work hours or on weekends as needed.

For a complete position description, listing of qualifications and additional information, visit our website at www.lambertassoc.com.

Qualified candidates may send resume to:
Marie O'Riordan, Partner
Lambert & Associates
[email protected]
www.lambertassoc.com