Lower School Director

1 week ago

Norfolk, United States Saint Patrick Catholic School Full time

**Job Title**:Director, Lower School**

**Department**: Staff

**Status**: Exempt, Full-Time, 12 month Employee

**Effective**: March 18, 2024

**Position Overview**

The Director of Lower School at Saint Patrick Catholic School, an independent Catholic located in Norfolk, VA, with a coed student body for grades Pre K to 8, oversees all aspects of the educational, administrative, and pastoral care functions for pre-kindergarten through fourth grade students. This leadership role requires a commitment to the school's mission and values, fostering a nurturing and academically rigorous environment within the framework of Catholic teachings. The Director of Lower School supervises 27 faculty and staff members and approximately 240 students; this position reports to the Director of Studies as a leadership team member.

**School**

Founded in 2005, Saint Patrick Catholic School (Norfolk, Virginia) is an independent Catholic school with an enrollment of approximately 400 students in grades pre-kindergarten through eight. Boasting a vibrant and accomplished team of educators, the school encourages students to develop a growth mindset while creating an educational framework focused on reinforcing six "pillars" of education that support the total formation of each student. Saint Patrick is a Glasser Quality School.

**Mission Statement**

Saint Patrick Catholic School educates and nurtures the whole child - mind, body, and spirit to be a Christ-centered, compassionate, and courageous servant leader.

**Overall Faculty Expectations**
- Uphold the school’s vision of being authentically Catholic and warmly ecumenical.
- Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to establish servant leadership opportunities.
- Promote a culture of respect for all members of the community
- Model behavior consistent with Catholic values and teachings

**Key Responsibilities**

Academic Leadership:

- Develop and implement a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with Catholic educational principles, fostering academic excellence and holistic development.
- Provide guidance and support to faculty in curriculum development, instructional strategies, and assessment practices to ensure student achievement and growth.
- Monitor student progress through data analysis and assessment results, implementing interventions as needed to support individual student needs.
- Teach or co-teach a minimum of one lesson a quarter

Faculty and Staff Development:

- Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate lower school faculty and staff in collaboration with the Director of Studies and Head of School, fostering a collaborative and professional working environment.
- Provide ongoing professional development opportunities for faculty and staff to enhance teaching skills, foster a positive classroom community, promote spiritual growth, and maintain awareness of best practices in education.
- Conduct regular observations and provide constructive feedback to support teacher growth and effectiveness in the classroom.

Student Life and Pastoral Care:

- Cultivate a nurturing and inclusive school culture grounded in Catholic values, promoting students' spiritual, social, and emotional well-being.
- Oversee the implementation of programs and initiatives to support students’ spiritual formation, character development, social-emotional learning, and a safe and effective learning environment.
- Collaborate with counselors, chaplains, and other support staff to address student needs and provide pastoral care services as necessary.
- Participate in faith formation experiences.

Family and Community Engagement:

- Foster positive relationships with parents, guardians, and families through effective communication, collaboration, and involvement in school activities.
- Organize and lead parent education programs, workshops, and events to promote partnership between home and school in supporting student success.
- Represent the lower school division within the broader school community, participating in school-wide committees, events, and initiatives as needed.

Administrative and Operational Oversight:

- Manage the lower school budget, allocating resources effectively to support academic programs, professional development, and student activities.
- Ensure compliance with relevant educational regulations, accreditation standards, and policies, maintaining accurate records and documentation.
- Collaborate with the school administration and leadership team to implement strategic initiatives and advance the school's overall mission and vision.
- Perform other duties as directed by the Director of Studies and Head of School.

**Preferred Qualifications**
- Deep understanding of Catholic teachings and commitment to fostering a faith-filled educational environment.
- Strong instructional leadership skills with a proven track record of promoting academic excellence and student achievement.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to collaborate ef

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