Candidates must be practicing Roman Catholics, committed to the mission of Catholic education who possess:
• New York State certification in School Administration and Supervision or the equivalent. • A master's degree conferred by a college or university registered by the New York State Board of Regents or accredited by an appropriate regional accrediting agency. • An Initial Certificate of Faith Formation or be eligible to begin such certification upon employment. • A minimum of 5 years of successful teaching experience in a Catholic, private or public school setting.
Job Description: The principal as spiritual and academic leader collaborates with all stakeholders to develop, articulate, and implement the mission of the school fostering a strong Catholic identity. As the school leader, the principal will • Develop, advocate, and enact a shared mission and vision which fosters a high-quality education, academic success and the well-being of each student. • Collaborate with parish clergy and academy faculty to foster a strong Catholic identity through the Academy's mission. • Collaborate with the board of directors, specifically with the board chair, to continually improve the educational experiences of the students and work environment of the faculty. • Strive for equity of educational opportunity and culturally responsive practices to promote each student's academic success and well-being. • Develop and support intellectually rigorous and coherent systems of curriculum, instruction, and the assessment to promote each student's academic success and well-being. • Cultivate an inclusive, caring, and supportive school community that promotes the academic success and well-being of students and all stakeholders. • Foster a professional community of teachers and other professional staff to promote each student's academic success and well-being. • Engage families and the community in meaningful, reciprocal, and mutually beneficial ways to promote each student's academic success and well-being. • Manage school operations and resources to ensure a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment for all stakeholders while also ensuring the Academy's long-term financial sustainability. • Act as an agent of continuous improvement to promote the Academy's success and that of each student in our care.
