About the Role
The Principal is responsible for implementing the school's mission, supporting Catholic educational philosophy, and ensuring quality service to students, faculty, staff, parents, and the community. This role involves collaborative decision-making and overseeing all aspects of the school's ministry.
Responsibilities
- Implement the mission of the school in its regular operations.
- Support the philosophy, principles, and characteristics of Catholic education.
- Assure quality service to students, faculty, staff, parents, outside organizations, and the wider community.
- Collaborate with faculty, staff, and parents in overseeing every aspect of the ministry.
- Relate well with children, parents, teachers, and the community at large.
- Honor the rich traditions and culture of Catholic education.
- Work collaboratively with the Pastor and Regional Superintendent to lead the school positively in its mission.
Requirements
- Must be a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing.
- Must have a Master's Degree.
- Minimum of five years of teaching experience.
- NYS Teacher or School Building Leader certification is preferred.
- Particular knowledge of academic and catechetical curriculum.
- Solid understanding of best practices with educational technology and current teaching methodologies.
Skills
- Collaborative decision-making
- Relating well with children, parents, teachers, and the community
- Educational technology best practices
- Current teaching methodologies
Location
- Fishkill
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum of five years of teaching experience
Education Level
- Master's Degree
About the Company
- St. Mary School's mission is to make Jesus known and loved through His Church, to grow in wisdom and knowledge with a rigorous curriculum infused with Catholic values, and to become missionary disciples of the Gospels through service and charity for our neighbors and global community.
- St. Mary School's Goal is to promote an educational environment that provides students with rigorous academic curriculum that encourages them to behold, wonder, and contemplate truth, goodness, and beauty while immersing them into the Catholic faith and building community.
