Elementary School Principal
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Job Description
Job Title: Principal
Job Status: Permanent/Full Time
Contact: Sister Margaret Rose Adams IHM Assistant Superintendent
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Job Description:
Our Lady of Grace School is seeking a faith-filled and dynamic principal to continue the mission of
Catholic education for our Pre-K through Grade 8 school. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic
Catholic who is ready to lead while working collaboratively with parish leaders faculty staff students
parents and other stakeholders.
A vibrant Catholic school Our Lady of Grace is looking for a leader who possesses a spirit of
innovation and will be a motivating force in shaping our Catholic identity and rigorous academic
programs. This individual will have a passion for excellence and be instrumental in leading and
supporting staff in educational best practices. The Principal will 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.
Our Lady of Grace School educating 170 students is a Middle States Association accredited school
within the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and a ministry of Our Lady of Grace Parish. Its governance
model is the pastor Monsignor Joseph Prior working collaboratively with a Board of Limited
Jurisdiction the business manager and the principal.
Requirements
The Principal of Our Lady of Grace School must be a dynamic faith-filled leader with a strong
commitment to Catholic education and the teachings of the Church. This position must lead by
personal witness to the Catholic faith and exhibit passion and compassion in articulating the mission of
Our Lady of Grace School to students parents faculty stakeholders and the community.
The ideal candidate must possess the following:
A strong commitment to the Catholic faith
An understanding of child growth and development
Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
Strong leadership abilities and excellent people management skills
Proficiency in technology
Knowledge of marketing and enrollment strategies to foster school viability
Knowledge of school operations including budgeting and fundraising
Have a good understanding of the role of the board as it pertains 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 pedagogy classroommanagement 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 proactivemanner
Serve as the primary agent for creating an environment that fosters academic excellence Catholicfaith formation vitality and viability
Be responsible for creating a climate that encourages the engagement of each student in the learningprocess while fostering a love for learning
Inspire a committed faculty and an engaged student body to form a highly effective learningcommunity 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 initiativesand enrollment campaigns
Collaborate with the Board of Limited Jurisdiction community leaders and other stakeholders
Actively manage accreditations and certifications
Be forward thinking and maintain a vision for the future of the school
Additional Information
Interested and qualified candidates please send:
Resume
Cover letter
Three letters of recommendation
Updated clearances (FBI fingerprint Child Abuse and Criminal Background) to the address listed
below
Please attach appropriate documents where applicable.
Please download the application attached and the list of documentation you must submit.
Completed application with required documentsshould be returned by April 29 2025and may be
emailed to:
or mailed to
Sister Margaret Rose Adams IHM Assistant Superintendent
Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Office of Catholic Education
222 N. 17th Street
Philadelphia PA 19103
All information must be sent in one packet by April 29 2025
Employment Type
Full Time
