Principal

At Bishop Fenwick High School, a Catholic institution dedicated to lifelong learning and Christian values, we are more than just educators—we are mentors shaping the leaders of tomorrow. Our vibrant community integrates advanced academics, cutting-edge technology, and values-driven service to inspire excellence and purpose in all we do. If you are enthusiastic about making a meaningful impact and empowering students to excel both in and beyond the classroom, we invite you to join our team and be a part of our mission-driven journey.

Position Overview

As a guide for the school’s spiritual and educational values, the principal helps to shape the long-term vision of Bishop Fenwick High School. They unite the school community by participating in student, family, and community events. The principal also mentors our faculty to foster teamwork across academics, ministry, and extracurricular activities. Together with the school president, the principal is the face of the school, engaging with the school’s community and external partners to support the school’s mission, values, and goals.

Core Responsibilities

• Uphold Catholic education principles and serve as a leader in faith formation.

• Understand and ensure compliance with state, federal, diocesan, and school code of conduct and policies.

• Promote a culture of service, respect, collaboration and inclusiveness through academic policies.

• Support academic efforts that prepare students for post-secondary education or vocational paths, including academic advising, counseling, and extracurricular activities.

• Mentor and support faculty through continuous professional development, supporting innovative teaching, and by being an approachable leader.

• Build and strengthen parent, student and community relationships and partnerships by participating in school activities and donor/sponsorship activities.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain ongoing knowledge and regularly share updates with faculty regarding state and diocesan education and graduation requirements. 

• Ensure religious instruction meets Diocesan guidelines.

• Review and adjust curriculum to ensure it’s competitive and uses diverse pedagogical strategies.

• Identify academic needs and drive improvements for student success.

• Supervise academic programs and evaluate their effectiveness.

• Set and support technology goals for the school.

• Oversee student discipline in collaboration with the Assistant Principal, ensuring resolutions align with Catholic values.

• Manage academic staff hiring, supervision, evaluations, and compliance with diocesan policies.

• Ensure teachers meet state and diocesan certification requirements.

• Develop and monitor academic policies and benchmarks in collaboration with faculty.

• Supervise parent engagement initiatives to strengthen school-home partnerships.

• Represent the school in diocesan, regional, and community settings.

• Participate in professional development opportunities.

• Maintain school accreditation, including collection and final submission of annual reporting requirements.

• Support admissions and development efforts alongside the President.

• Collaborate with Operations and Finance on the academic budget and oversee expenditures.

• Maintain accurate records per diocesan and school policy.

• Demonstrate professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits.

• Maintain a work schedule that prioritizes availability to students, staff, and the school.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Practicing Catholic in good standing.

• Licensed (or able to convert out-of-state credentials to Ohio).

• Master’s degree in administration, or Master’s degree plus 18 hours in educational administration.

• Valid state certification for principal or completion of the state certification exam.

• 3 years of teaching experience.

• 3 years of administrative experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Work experience in spiritual leadership, effective communication, and managerial skills.

• Diverse knowledge of meaningfully applied and student-centered pedagogical methods, driven by data to ensure student performance and success.

• Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church.

• Knowledge of instructional methods/strategies and curriculum differentiation.

• Demonstrate knowledge of child and adolescent development, learning, and behavior.

• Knowledge of the content and the methods of religious education.

• Knowledge of effective assessment methods.

• Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form.

• Able to work well with others in the school community.

• Able to work independently and self-motivate.

• Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously

• Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format.

• Skill in job appropriate technology

• Skill in critical thinking and planning

• Skill in managing conflicts effectively.

• Skill in organizational management and delegation of responsibilities

• Skill in using group process skills effectively with various school communities.

Working Conditions

• Required to work some nights and weekends.

• Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress.

• Required to work a full school day.

• Required to work in standard school and office conditions.

Mental/Physical Demands

• Required to lift or carry classroom supplies, textbooks, furniture, and equipment to a maximum of 35 pounds.

• Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of emotion.

• Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak daily.

• Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and reading.

• Required to monitor students in a variety of locations including those with noise, activity, and inclement weather.

FLSA classification: Exempt

School classification: Full-time