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Job Title: Principal

Job Status: Permanent/Full Time

Contact: Mrs. Bernadette Dougherty, Assistant Superintendent

E-Mail: bdougherty@archphila.org

Job Description:

Holy Rosary Regional Catholic School Catholic School in Plymouth Meeting, PA, Montgomery County, is seeking a faith-filled and dynamic principal to continue the mission of Catholic education. Holy Rosary Regional Catholic School Catholic School employs sixteen faculty and staff and has eleven classrooms with approximately one hundred and seventy-five students in grades Preschool - 8.

The ideal candidate is a practicing Catholic who is ready to lead while working collaboratively with the pastors, faculty, staff, students, parents, parish leaders and other stakeholders. The starting date for this position is July 1, 2023.

The ideal candidate possesses a spirit of innovation and will be a motivating force in shaping our Catholic identity and rigorous academic programs. This individual should have a passion for excellence and be instrumental in leading and supporting staff in educational best practices. This person should be able to build strong relationships with multiple stakeholders, demonstrating leadership and engagement with all. Finally, the model candidate will understand the importance of school vitality and viability, and therefore, be vested in making students and faculty feel successful and valued for their contributions.

Its governance model is the local pastors, working collaboratively with the principal, business manager, and Board of Limited Jurisdiction (BLJ).

Requirements

The principal of Holy Rosary Regional Catholic School Catholic School must be a dynamic, faith-filled leader with a strong commitment to Catholic education and the teachings of the Church. This person must lead by personal witness to the Catholic faith and exhibit passion and compassion in articulating the mission of Holy Rosary Regional Catholic School to students, parents, faculty, stakeholders, and the community.

The ideal candidate must possess the following:

· A strong commitment to the Catholic faith

· Experience in Catholic education

· An understanding of child growth and development

· Exemplary verbal and written communication skills

· Excellent leadership, people management and interpersonal skills

· Proficiency in technology

· Knowledge of marketing and enrollment strategies to foster school viability

· Knowledge of school operations including budgeting and fundraising

· An understanding of the role of the BLJ in relation to the administration of the school

· Knowledge of accreditation and certification processes

· Experience in achieving academic success

· Degrees and certifications as required by the Office of Catholic Education

Duties and Responsibilities

· Provide leadership to the teaching staff on curriculum and instruction, classroom management, and student achievement

· Establish academic and behavioral goals with corresponding implementation plans

· Partner with teaching staff and parents to manage student behaviors in a positive and proactive manner

· Cultivate an environment that fosters academic excellence, Catholic faith formation, vitality, and viability

· Responsible for creating a climate that encourages the engagement of each student in the learning process while fostering a love for learning

· Inspire a committed faculty and an engaged student body to form a highly effective learning community inclusive of all stakeholders in the ministry of Catholic education

· Utilize technology as a communication and educational tool

· Ensure staff have adequate opportunities for professional development

· Provide meaningful and constructive feedback to faculty and staff

· Work collaboratively with designated committees to support school events, fundraising initiatives, and enrollment campaigns

· Collaborate with the councils, community leaders, and other stakeholders

· Actively manage accreditations and certifications

· Be forward thinking and maintain a vision for the future of the school

Interested and qualified candidates please send:

· Resume

· Cover letter

· Three letters of recommendation

· Updated clearances (FBI fingerprint, Child Abuse, and Criminal Background)

Additional Information

An Administration Application packet can be obtained at HTTP://WWW/AOPCATHOLICSCHOOLS.ORG/ABOUT/EMPLYMENT Information will be under Resources - Elementary Applications.

Completed application with required documents are to be e-mailed to Bernadette Dougherty, Assistant Superintendent at bdougherty@archphila.org by June 13th .

If the position is offered, the candidate will be required to complete the "Protecting God's Children" training through the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Additional information regarding this training can be found HERE.