Principal/School Administrator - Private School

Principal/School Administrator

• Private School St. Ambrose Academy
• Rochester, New York Rochester, NY Job Details Full-time $63,000
• $70,000 a year 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications School experience Teamwork Curriculum development Teaching Certification Master's degree Principal Certification Classroom Teaching Leadership Teaching Full Job Description

PRINCIPAL OF ST. AMBROSE ACADEMY

• PRIVATE

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR

Rochester, NY

REPORTS TO

Parish Pastor or designated representative Diocese of Rochester Catholic Schools Superintendent

SALARIED WAGE

Position starting at a minimum of $63,000/annually (with New York State certification as a School Building Leader or School District Leader)

JOB PURPOSE

Peace of Christ Parish and The Diocese of Rochester Department of Catholic Schools is seeking a principal committed to Catholic Education who can effectively lead the school in fulfillment of the school's mission to nurture the faith and intellect of students in grades Pre-K through five in Rochester. The principal serves as the spiritual and instructional leader of the school and is responsible for all aspects of school operations. Qualified candidates must have an understanding of the New York State Learning Standards and possess or be working towards certification as a School Building Leader and/or School District Leader. Qualified applicants will be asked to submit a complete application, which includes the following items: cover letter, résumé, contact information of three references, and NYS certifications.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Provide an educational program for all students that is of sound Catholic doctrine and reflective of the latest curriculum and educational practices. 2. Work to create in the school a Catholic educational community that is characterized by the sensitivity and concern of staff and students for one another. 3. Provide help for the faculty through regular visits to all classrooms on a formal basis and in an informal manner, and by conducting teacher-principal conferences regularly. 4. Arrange for regular, planned faculty meetings and other opportunities for faculty dialogue and growth. 5. Provide each teacher with the necessary supplies and books to meet diocesan standards. 6. Cooperate with the entire faculty in evaluating the total school program. 7. Enlist the support of the faculty to develop parental involvement and healthy home-school relationships. 8. Maintain and improve relationships and communications with the parishes, Catholic Schools, and the community at large in the geographic area in which the school is located. 9. Give sound educational leadership and cooperation to school and area governance structures. 10. Be accountable for whatever financial responsibility is delegated to the principal for administering an approved school budget. 11. Work with the on-site pastor/pastoral Catholic School Administrator/Principal in such a manner that his/her pastoral role in the school is acknowledged and fostered. 12. Cooperate with the policies and directions of the Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Rochester. 13. Pursue the duties of the principal with ethical and moral integrity, honesty, congeniality, and a spirit of cooperation, upholding the teachings and values of the Roman Catholic Church in both professional and personal behavior. 14. Participate actively in the Diocesan Principal Association and other professional organizations.

SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

The Administrator/Principal as Spiritual, Educational & Managerial Leader Faith Development Building a Christian/Catholic Community Moral and Ethical Development History and Philosophy Leadership Curriculum and Instruction Personnel Management Institutional Management Finance and Development

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:

Current N.Y.S. Teacher Certification (a minimum of 3 years teaching experience).

PREFERRED

N.Y.S. School Building/Catholic School Administrator /(a minimum of 2 years previous experience as a school building Catholic School Administrator/Principal) Possess or working toward certification as a School Building Leader and/or School District Leader. Familiarity and appreciation of the Roman Catholic faith and a commitment to act in line with the church's mission. Experience with curriculum development. Experience with staff development. Strong communication skills with a variety of stakeholders. Proficient with current instructional technology practices.

EMPLOYER'S DISCLAIMER

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by her/his supervisors. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

Send applications or inquiries to: About the EmployerThe Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester is the visible presence of the One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church in this 12-county region in western New York. In communion with the Apostolic See of Rome and our Holy Father, Pope Leo, we are bound together in the unity of faith and strengthened by the Sacraments. Served by the pastoral care of His Excellency, Bishop John S. Bonnici, we continue to share in the Church's original constitution and mission which was given to us by our

Savior, Jesus Christ:

to love God above all things, and to serve our neighbors in need, for love of Him. To apply for this job email your details to .

Pay:

$63,000.00

• $70,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person