Principal of Catholic School Pre K -12

Principal Job Description
Saint Michael Catholic School in Brattleboro, Vermont is seeking a dedicated educator to serve as principal and lead the children, families and faculty that make up the school community.

The Principal at Saint Michael Catholic School will have the opportunity to maintain, evaluate, and improve the classical curriculum in ways that enhance student learning
work with faculty, parents and students to maintain high standards of student conduct
hire qualified teachers committed to classical education
maintain the school’s accreditation by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
provide regular in-service development for teachers
approve the master teaching schedule
establish and administer the school budget
build positive interpersonal relationships in the context of a faith community and develop a program of parent communications and public relations.

Accountability

The Principal will

take an oath of fidelity to uphold the Magisterium of the Catholic Church
be accountable to the Diocesan Superintendent of Schools, the Pastor and the School Board and
work with the Pastor and School Board to facilitate the implementation of policies of the Diocesan Board of Catholic Education
collaborate with the Vermont Department of Education, as a recognized independent school in the WSESU (Windham Southeast Supervisory Union)
comply with the state licensing of preschool and aftercare programs
obtain and administer programs funded by state grants

Qualifications

The most competitive candidate

will be a committed, practicing Catholic who strives to live the message of Christ and His Church within the context of a strong faith community and registered parish affiliation
will have experience in and be a compelling advocate for classical liberal education
will have taught at least five years at the elementary or secondary level and be certified or be in the process of receiving certification as principal
will have a Master’s degree in Administration or a Master’s degree in areas relevant to the job
will have demonstrated leadership ability in an educational assignment and the capacity, enthusiasm, intelligence, and patience to inspire the school community
will have experience in hiring, faculty evaluation, and daily school operations.
will be familiar with FACTS Management or a similar educational software program
will be approachable and able to build trust with parents, faculty, students and staff
will be a strong communicator, clear, gracious and confident, both in speech and in writing
will approach the tasks and encounters of each day with gravitas, gentleness, humility and joy

Application

For consideration, please e-mail the following documentation confidentially and as separate PDF attachments to the Pastor, Father Henry Furman, at apply@vermontcatholic.org.

1. Current resume including all work- and service-related experiences, dates, and education related to the position.

2. Applicable certifications.

3. Transcripts.

4. Contact information for at least four references.

5. Cover letter explaining your desire to carry on the mission of Saint Michael Catholic School and the ways in which you would be a good fit for the position.