School Principal PreK - Renton, United States - Archdiocese of Seattle

Description

OPEN POSITION:
Principal, St. Anthony School (Renton, WA)

About St


Anthony School:
St.

Anthony School, a vibrant Pre-K - 8th grade school community of 370 students in Renton, WA, is seeking a mission-driven and dynamic leader to be its next principal.

St.

Anthony's mission is to serve the whole child, and to " educate children to be joyous, loving, and Christ-centered people capable of serving others and bettering the world.

" With two classes per grade and 50 teachers/staff, St. Anthony is a strong community of faith and learning that celebrates its diversity, tradition, and rigorous academic environment. The hallmark of St. Anthony students is a commitment to being

respectful, responsible , and

reverent . The school is in Year 4 of the full 6-year accreditation cycle.

During the academic year, the school will be in its self-study year in preparation for the next WCEA accreditation renewal visit during the school year.

For more information about St.


Anthony School, please visit:


Position Overview:

PRINCIPAL
We are looking for a visionary leader, relationship-builder, and strong communicator who will honor St.

Anthony School's proud tradition and nearly 100-year history, while leading our community in providing an excellent academic program within a faith-filled environment in partnership with our school families, teachers, and staff.

The primary roles of the principal include spiritual leadership, executive management, and instructional leadership, while assuring Christian leadership according to Archdiocesan and local school policies, rules and regulations.

Major Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Collaborates with the pastor, vice principal, teachers, and staff in implementing a clearly communicated mission that embraces Catholic identity rooted in Gospel values, centered on the Eucharist, and committed to faith formation, academic excellence, and service.
• Collaborates with the vice principal, teachers, and staff to assure the development and implementation of an overall learning environment which promotes Catholic faith education/formation, ethical decision-making, social justice and Christian leadership. This is accomplished by promoting a curriculum that incorporates Gospel values; assuring the integration of the school as part of the parish faith community; serving as a role model for staff and students; promoting a leadership style compatible with Christian principles; and personally witnessing to the principles and values of the Catholic faith.
• Assures the development, implementation and evaluation of a comprehensive curriculum program which complies with school accreditation and Archdiocesan/state standards. This is accomplished by overseeing the school's accreditation process; implementation of instructional goals and objectives for each grade; evaluating current curriculum to determine strengths and weaknesses, and collaborating with staff in selecting supplementary programs.
• Takes responsibility for the hiring, development and oversight of all teachers and staff, including recruitment, professional growth, faith formation, and formal assessment of teachers and staff in compliance with Archdiocesan policies.
• Directs the development and continuous improvement of curriculum and instruction and implements plans for sustained academic excellence and growth utilizing schoolwide student data.
• Assures clear and effective communication between students, parents, teachers, staff, and alumni.
• Serves as executive officer to the School Commission. The principal develops agendas in collaboration with the Commission Chair and assures the preparation of information, research and other appropriate data as requested by the Commission.
• Oversees the development and implementation of overall financial plans and budgets using current and effective business practices. Collaborates with Advancement staff and vice principal on fundraising and development initiatives. Oversees school enrollment services and advancement efforts for student/family retention and community engagement. Engages with Advancement staff, vice principal, and experts in nonprofit management/funding to develop a long-range financial plan for the school.
• Collaborates with the Archdiocesan Office for Catholic Schools in administering the school. This is accomplished by developing annual school programs, plans, goals and objectives and participating in programs, meetings, etc., sponsored by that Office.
• Implements the policy and process for disciplining students in collaboration with the vice principal and other school staff. This is accomplished by incorporating the values of justice-making and membership in a community promoting positive discipline and its consequences.
• Manages school health, safety, and security processes, including disaster and crisis management procedures. Assures the preparation and submission of all necessary reports to the state and Archdiocesan Office for Catholic Schools. Adheres to all applicable state and Archdiocesan safety and health regulations.
• Collaborates with parish staff to oversee facility management of the school building and grounds, including supervising short- and long-range building and grounds improvement needs for the school. Principal supervises maintenance/janitorial workers for the school.
• Maintains a level of knowledge and skills required to function as a principal. This is accomplished through reading, attendance at Archdiocesan in-service training opportunities, participation in workshops, conventions, and through membership in local, state or national professional organizations, as approved and as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB

• Practicing Catholic with a strong commitment to Catholic education
• Master's Degree in Education or related field
• Holds or working towards a current Washington State Principal Credential (or similar credential)
• Minimum 7 years teaching experience
• Minimum 3 years of administrative experience working in a Catholic or private school setting preferred
• Experience serving on an accreditation team or guiding a school through the WCEA/Catholic accreditation process preferred

Salary:
$100,000 - $135,000

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications.

Benefits:

A comprehensive package of benefits is offered including two medical plan options, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation, and holidays.

APPLICATION
To apply, please visit the Office for Catholic Schools website and apply online. Archdiocese of Seattle Catholic Schools - Frontline Recruitment )

Additionally, please email a letter of interest and resume to Fr. Tom Belleque, pastor, at - Deadline for Application : Open until filled


Job Type:
Full-time


Pay:
$100, $135,000.00 per year


Benefits:
Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Grade levels:

1st grade

2nd grade

3rd grade

4th grade

5th grade

6th grade

7th grade

8th grade

Elementary school

Kindergarten

Middle school

Pre-Kindergarten

Schedule:

8 hour shift

After school

Day shift

Monday to Friday

Weekends as needed


School type:
Private school

Religious school


Experience:
School Principal: 1 year (Preferred)


Work Location:
In person

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