Job Description
Sacred Heart School
Job Description
Job Title: Catholic School Principal Exemption Status: Exempt
Department/Location: Sacred Heart School / Nogales, AZ
Primary Function: Under the direction of the pastor, the school principal functions as the schools spiritual and academic leader fostering Catholic Identity in accordance with the schools mission statement and philosophy; and is also responsible for supporting the Diocese of Tucson in its mission to evangelize and catechize youth in a Catholic School environment. The Principal shall be a minister of the Gospel and Catholic Teaching both academically and behaviorally while at work and in his/her personal life, "Live in a manner worthy of the call you have received." (Eph. 4:1)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities of this Ministerial Position:
- Recognize and support the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church; a school principal may not espouse, in word or deed, any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Church.
- Shall abide by Catholic principles in the principals professional and private life and shall govern his/her professional and private life in strict accordance with Catholic morals and principles to demonstrate complete adherence to Catholic moral structures.
- Model faith formation by developing and maintaining a school program for all students that includes daily prayer, religion classes, Liturgy, and service.
- Exercise leadership in all phases of education, including co-curricular activities.
- Is responsible for the planning, operation, supervision, and evaluation of the schools educational programs; promote a pleasant and effective teaching and learning environment.
- Be responsible for administering the school in accordance with diocesan and local school policies, applicable state law, and the policies and standards of applicable accrediting agencies.
- Hire, supervise and develop competent faculty and staff in accordance with diocesan and accrediting agency policies and evaluates teachers and staff as required.
- Demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing diocesan and school policies and regulations; enforce adherence to the Diocese of Tucson Handbook of School Policies and Procedures and Diocese of Tucson Personnel Policy Guidelines and Procedures as adopted by the Parish.
- Provide for the safety, welfare, and care of students; ensure development of faculty and student codes of conduct which reflect gospel values; additionally, enforce established discipline standards.
- Manage an effective and efficient records system maintaining complete, accurate, and current personnel and student records in accord with diocesan school guidelines and accepted standards.
- Manage school plant facilities maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly campus as required by diocesan school guidelines.
- In cooperation with the pastor and the school board, manage the financial matters of the parish including preparation and adherence to approved budgetary guidelines.
- Work cooperatively with the pastor and school board in building a faith community; give evidence of lived Gospel values by personal example and by being an active member of a faith community; be open to the importance of a personal faith journey.
- Cooperate with school and diocesan administration; work effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents.
- Maintain confidentiality of information.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Physical/Mental Requirements: Coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.
Required Activities: Walking; sitting; standing; stooping; reaching; talking; handling; hearing; carrying; and keyboarding.
Basic Qualifications:
- A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Roman Catholic Church. Must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church and abide by Catholic principles in the principals professional and private life.
- Excellent communications skills including written, verbal, public speaking, and presentation skills; must have excellent communications skills with children and adults.
- Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player.
- Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation.
- Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work under pressure.
- Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and the use of school related technology.
- Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapting appropriately in a school ministerial environment.
- The ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check.
- Display sound judgment in dress and general behavior; always exhibit professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance.
Education and Experience:
- Graduate degree or equivalent in Education from an accredited institution.
- Possess State of Arizona Administrative Certificate with renewal per state law
- Possess Diocesan Ministry Certification or equivalent or have a plan to attain the required Level I Certification with renewal every three years.
- Meet the requirements of the Arizona Department of Education and the applicable accrediting agency guidelines for principals.
- A working knowledge and understanding of best practices in teaching methodology and child development.
Other/Preferred Skills:
- Bi-lingual (English/Spanish)
Covenants of Employment:
Sacred Heart is a Roman Catholic religious organization and that all employees are expected to respect and conduct themselves in accordance with the values, teachings, and morals of the Roman Catholic Church and by Arizona state law. Under the "Zero Tolerance Policy", no one will be knowingly assigned or retained to serve in the Parish/Church/School when that person is determined to have engaged in the abuse of a minor or to have violated boundaries in dealing with minors.
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