Elementary School Principal St Jane Frances de Chantal School
Elementary School Principal St Jane Frances de Chantal School
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DIOCESE OF ALLENTOWN
St. Jane Frances de Chantal School Easton
Position Description
Job Title: Elementary School Principal
FLSA/Job Status: Exempt; FullTime
Reporting Functions: Superintendent of Catholic Education
St. Jane Frances de Chantal School in Easton PA (Grades PreK8 is seeking a dynamic and innovative educational leader with a strong commitment to Catholic education and academic excellence to serve as Principal. We are seeking a driven leader with the ability to promote the schools Catholic mission while overseeing teaching and learning enrollment development facilities and finance as well as implementing policies and operational objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead promote and uphold the Catholic mission and identity of the school ensuring that faith formation is integrated into all aspects of the schools curriculum and community life.
- Develop and implement a strategic plan that addresses the schools academic spiritual and financial objectives including the areas of enrollment fundraising and community engagement.
- Serve as the primary instructional leader by supervising mentoring and evaluating faculty fostering a collaborative culture that encourages professional development innovation and high standards of academic excellence.
- Monitor and assess student performance data to drive continuous improvement in teaching and learning and ensure that the school meets or exceeds academic standards.
- Oversee the recruitment selection and retention of qualified faculty and staff ensuring alignment with the schools mission and academic objectives.
- Manage the schools budget and financial operations in collaboration with the pastor and finance committee ensuring responsible stewardship of resources and compliance with diocesan guidelines.
- Promote a positive and inclusive school climate that reflects Catholic values and cultivates a sense of community and mutual respect among students parents faculty and staff.
- Lead efforts to enhance student enrollment through active engagement with prospective families marketing initiatives and collaboration with parish leadership and the broader community.
- Oversee the maintenance and improvement of school facilities ensuring a safe welcoming and conducive environment for learning.
- Ensure compliance with diocesan state and federal policies and procedures including all applicable safety regulations and Act 48 professional development requirements.
- Any other duties assigned by the Superintendent and Pastor.
Additional Condition of Employment:
Candidate must be a practicing Catholic in good standing have a deep knowledge of the Catholic faith and agree to live by the tenets of the Catholic faith including in lifestyle and on personal social media.
Educational Requirements:
- A Masters Degree in Education or School Administration;
- Principals certification strongly preferred. In lack thereof a willingness to complete within a reasonable period of time is expected should the candidate require it.
- 5 years of teaching experience; current teaching certification.
Other Requirements:
- Demonstrate strong leadership skills in the areas of motivation communication organization decision making conflict prevention & resolution
- Demonstrate ability to promote an environment that fosters high expectations of faculty staff and students in faith academic excellence and service.
- Be a team leader who focuses on collaboration and engagement of faculty staff pastor(s) and parents.
PRIOR TO INTERVIEW: Clear records of Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH) Pennsylvania Child Abuse History and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Fingerprint Check as required under Commonwealth of Pennsylvanias Act 153 of 2014 (No less than 1 year old. As well as attendance at the online Protecting Gods Children class and Mandated Reporter Training.
Other Submissions Required: Essay Response
In 750 words or less share your vision for the first 60 days as the Principal of the school for which you are applying. What would you do With whom would you meet How would you get to know the parent community the parish and the surrounding area
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and requirements.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job employees are regularly required to sit stand walk and stoop. Must be able to talk and hear both in person and by telephone. Use of hands to perform standard classroom duties and use office equipment is required. Reaching and lifting up to 10 pounds is also required. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by the means of spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work and observing general surroundings and activities.
Working Conditions: Normal school setting Fulltime Monday Friday 7:40 a.m. to 1:55 p.m.; occasional evening and weekend commitments;; Contracted position. May be required to assist with special duties and work outside the normal school day to attend schoolrelated events.
Those interested in the position must submit their cover letter resum background clearances essay response and appropriate certifications along with personal and professional references and a letter of recommendation from your Pastor to:
Diocese of Allentown
Office of Education
1515 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Allentown PA 18105
Or email the same to:
FAX:
No phone calls please.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 7 2025
EOE M/F/D/V
Employment Type
Full-Time
