School Principal

3 weeks ago

Philadelphia, United States CareerBuilder Full time

Contact Person:

Sister Margaret Rose Adams, IHM, Assistant Superintendent Office of Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Philadelphia sr.mradams@archphila.org
Job Description
Visitation BVM School in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a faith-filled and dynamic principal to continue the mission of Catholic education. Visitation BVM School employs about 15 faculty and staff and has 12 classrooms with over 320 students in grades Preschool - 8.
The ideal candidate is a practicing Catholic who is ready to lead while working collaboratively with the Pastor, faculty, staff, students, parents, parish leaders and other stakeholders. The starting date for this position is

July 1, 2024.
The ideal candidate possesses a spirit of innovation and will be a motivating force in shaping our Catholic identity and rigorous academic programs. This individual should have a passion for excellence and be instrumental in leading and supporting staff in educational best practices. This person should be able to 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.
Visitation BVM School is a Middle States Association accredited school within the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and it is located in the Kensington section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Its governance model is pastor, Father Francis Mulvaney, C.S.S.R. working collaboratively with the Principal, Director of Operations, and Board of Limited Jurisdiction.
Requirements
The principal of Visitation BVM School must be a dynamic, faith-filled leader with a strong commitment to Catholic education and the teachings of the Church. This person must lead by personal witness to the Catholic faith and exhibit passion and compassion in articulating the mission of Visitation BVM School to students, parents, faculty, stakeholders, and the community.
The ideal candidate must possess the following:
A strong commitment to the Catholic faith A minimum of five years experience in Catholic education
A masters degree preferably in educational leadership or will work toward it

An understanding of child growth and development
Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
Excellent leadership, people management and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in technology
Knowledge of marketing and enrollment strategies to foster school viability
Knowledge of school operations including budgeting and fundraising
An understanding of the role of the School Board in relation 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, classroom management, 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 proactive manner
Cultivate an environment that fosters academic excellence, Catholic faith formation, vitality, and viability
Responsible for creating a climate that encourages the engagement of each student in the learning process while fostering a love for learning
Inspire a committed faculty and an engaged student body to form a highly effective learning community 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 initiatives, and enrollment campaigns
Collaborate with community leaders, and other stakeholders
Actively manage accreditations and certifications
Be forward thinking and maintain a vision for the future of the school
Interested and qualified candidates please send:
Resume
Three letters of recommendation
Updated clearances (FBI fingerprint, Child Abuse, and Criminal Background)
Please download the application and the list of documentation to be submitted.
Sister Margaret Rose Adams, IHM, Assistant Superintendent
Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Office of Catholic Education
222 N. 17th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Please note that email is preferred.
Please ensure all required information is sent in one packet.

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