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Job Summary
The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value receive a higher quality education join a welcoming community and feel secure in a a dynamic future. We have a rich history with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area. The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.
Job Summary
The Principal of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Imperial serves as the chief administrator and faith leader of the school and is responsible for the spiritual academic and operational vitality of the school community. Working in collaboration with the Pastor and under the guidelines of the Archdiocese of St. Louis the Principal ensures that the school faithfully carries out the mission of Catholic education by fostering a Christ-centered environment rooted in Gospel values academic excellence and service. The Principal provides leadership that supports the spiritual formation intellectual growth and personal development of all students while nurturing a professional collaborative and mission-driven culture among faculty staff and families.
Job Responsibilities
Catholic Identity and Mission Leadership
- Serve as a visible witness to the Catholic faith and model Gospel values in leadership decision-making and daily interactions.
- Ensure that the teachings of the Catholic Church are integrated throughout the curriculum schoolprograms and extracurricular activities.
- Promote and support opportunities for prayer liturgy sacramental preparation and Christian service within the school community.
- Support the ongoing spiritual formation of faculty and staff in alignment with Archdiocesan expectations.
- Collaborate closely with the Pastor and parish leadership to strengthen the unity of parish andschool and advance the mission of Catholic education.
Academic and Instructional Leadership
- Provide leadership for the development implementation and evaluation of curriculum inaccordance with Archdiocesan and Missouri state standards.
- Foster high-quality instruction through effective supervision evaluation and professional growth offaculty.
- Promote instructional practices that address diverse learning needs and support the academicsuccess of all students.
- Ensure the regular assessment of academic programs and use data to inform continuousimprovement efforts.
- Oversee the selection and periodic review of instructional materials textbooks and educationalresources.
- Cultivate a culture of excellence accountability and continuous improvement.
Personnel and Operational Leadership
- Oversee the daily operations of the school to ensure a safe orderly and effective learningenvironment.
- Recruit hire supervise evaluate and support faculty and staff in accordance with Archdiocesanpolicies and procedures prioritizing instructional leadership and professional growth.
- Develop and manage school schedules calendars and operational systems that support theacademic program.
- Ensure compliance with all Archdiocesan state and federal requirements including health safetyand emergency preparedness regulations.
- Maintain accurate records and reports related to students personnel and school operations.
- Administer student discipline in a manner that is fair consistent and reflective of Catholic valuesand restorative practices.
Stewardship Advancement and Community Engagement
- Serve as a collaborative leader with the Pastor parish staff school advisory bodies and parentorganizations to advance the mission and long-term vitality of the school.
- Support strategic planning efforts related to enrollment management program growth andsustainability.
- Act as the primary representative of the school within the parish and broader community.
- Foster strong partnerships with families and community stakeholders to enhance engagementand trust.
- Support and participate in advancement efforts including enrollment initiatives marketingfundraising and development activities in collaboration with parish leadership.
Job Requirements
- Practicing Catholic in good standing committed to the mission of the Catholic Church andCatholic education.
- Masters degree in Educational Leadership Administration or a related field (or eligibility to obtainArchdiocesan principal certification).
- Successful teaching and/or administrative experience in a Catholic school setting preferred.
- Strong leadership communication and organizational skills with a collaborative and pastoralapproach.
- Commitment to professional growth and ongoing formation as required by the Archdiocese of .
The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race color religion gender national origin age marital parental veteran or disability status.
Key Skills
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About Company
The Archdiocese of St. Louis is the spiritual home for Catholics in the St. Louis region, united in faith and service.
