What are the responsibilities and job description for the Headmaster position at Chesterton Academy of Wichita Falls?
Headmaster
Salary: $50K - $80K Depending on Experience, Education and Teaching Duties
About Chesterton Academy of Wichita Falls
- Chesterton Academy of Wichita Falls is a classical high school in the Catholic tradition located in Wichita Falls, TX.
- Chesterton Academy of Wichita Falls offers an integrated, rigorous curriculum centered on the Incarnation of Jesus Christ.
- Chesterton Academy of Wichita Falls focuses on the classics, the school develops complete thinkers who learn to draw on faith and reason for the purpose of building a culture of life.
- The School opened in the Fall 2023.
Headmaster’s Role
- Foster a joyful, faith-filled academic environment
- Implement and communicate the school’s academic vision and mission, including adherence to the Chesterton Schools Network (CSN) curriculum as provided on Chesterton Online, the Network’s learning management system
- Participate in Chesterton Schools Network curriculum training and headmaster training calls
- Responsible for the hiring, training, mentoring, and evaluation of teachers, including providing intellectual and spiritual formation opportunities for the faculty
- Communicate and enforce the school’s discipline policies
- Oversee House virtue and faculty mentor programs, as well as any parent-led sports and co-curriculars
- Communicate regularly with parents about student life and school mission/vision and ensure that faculty members communicate regularly with parents regarding students’ academic progress
- Report to the Board of Directors, which is responsible for the marketing, fundraising, and enrollment at the school.
- Present to prospective parents and students; admit new and transfer students; coordinate and review testing (CLT, PSAT, ACT, SAT)
- Provide a safe learning environment in accord with any state and Diocesan requirements
- Must Teach at least one class.
Requirements
- Must be practicing Roman Catholic and demonstrate a commitment to Catholic secondary education (Required)
- Bachelor’s Degree (Required)
- Master’s Degree (Preferred)
- 4 years of experience in secondary school teaching or administration (Preferred)
- 2 years teaching experience in a classical school environment (Preferred)
- 1 years of experience overseeing non-profit/for profit fundraising (Preferred)
- Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
- Resilient and adaptable and possess strong time management and organizational skills
- Committed to the mission of Chesterton Schools Network and the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Please send a resume/cover letter to cromero@chestertonacademywf.org
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Application Question(s):
- Are you a practicing Roman Catholic?
Experience:
- Higher education teaching: 4 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Burkburnett, TX 76354 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Burkburnett, TX 76354: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $80,000