High School Principal

St. Philip Catholic Central High School seeks a long-term, full-time Principal for their ninth through twelfth-grade school in Battle Creek, MI. As the overall leader, the principal is responsible for the integration of learning and faith within the school, for successful academic and student programs, and effective management of the financial and development affairs of the school. This position will supervise all faculty, staff, and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Promote the vitality of the school by modeling spiritual, instructional, and managerial leadership.
• Supervise all faculty, staff, and volunteers. Work with the pastor(s) to implement our mission through the integration of the Catholic faith into the curriculum.
• Implement and encourage collaborative planning and leadership at all levels of the school organization.
• Model integrity and promote high ethical and professional standards in all interactions.
• Maintain complete and accurate personnel and student records according to diocesan guidelines.
• The principal administers the total school program; supervises, evaluates, and provides for the development of teachers and maintains an instructional program of the highest quality.
• Utilize clear policies and practices for recruitment and professional accountability in the hiring and evaluation of faculty and staff.
• Partner with parents as a consistent educational and Spiritual Leader, supporting them in their role as their child’s/children’s primary teacher.
• Possess exceptional interpersonal skills and abilities, and the ability to communicate with inspiration and clarity.
• Collaborate with the BCACS Advisory Board.

Qualifications

• Practicing Catholic who can articulate the vision of Catholic School education.
• A Bachelor of Arts degree in Education or a related field is required.
• A Master of Arts in a related field (or the ability to attain within three years) is preferred.
• Administration experience is preferred but not required.
• Valid Michigan credential authorizing service as an administrator, or eligibility for an administrative credential required.
• A minimum of three years of classroom teaching and/or school administrative experience is required. Secondary teaching experience is preferred.
• Commitment to providing high-quality professional development and coaching to the instructional staff.
• Ability to establish a rapport with students, parents, and staff.
• The candidate must complete a fingerprint scan, a federally mandated background check, VIRTUS training, and an affiliated background check through the Diocese of Kalamazoo.

Interested candidates should send their resume, cover letter, Pastoral Letter of Support, and references to ABrennan@bcacs.org.