What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal position at Diocese of Gaylord?
Principal
Saint Mary of Hannah Catholic School seeks a dedicated leader for a half-time position.
Purpose:
The Principal will provide overall leadership to facilitate the development of the total school community, ensuring students receive the highest quality Catholic education.
Duties:
- Create a Catholic environment where religious truths and values are integrated with life, fostering community and service.
- Promote programs of worship, student activities, and Catholic social action in line with the school's philosophy.
- Provide opportunities for staff professional development through in-service days, retreats, and workshops.
- Evaluate and select teachers and staff who uphold Catholic values.
- Assist teachers in achieving educational goals through supervision, evaluation, and conferences.
- Develop and oversee curricula aimed at excellence.
- Manage day-to-day operations, health and safety, transportation, and school life.
- Collaborate with the Superintendent and School Advisory Board on school welfare.
- Attend School Advisory Board Meetings.
- Implement Diocesan Office policies and applicable state regulations.
- Establish annual and long-range goals with staff.
- Stay updated on trends, technology, and directions in Catholic education through seminars, courses, or publications.
- Maintain regular communication with staff to foster cordiality and involvement in policy decisions.
- Encourage parental participation in the educational effort.
- Supervise clerical activities and auxiliary services.
- Evaluate and maintain the instructional program.
- Ensure proper maintenance of school records.
- Foster good public relations in the parish and wider community.
Qualifications:
- A practicing member of the Roman Catholic Church.
- Current teaching certificate from the State of Michigan.
- Master's degree in educational administration from an accredited college or university.
- Preferred 5 years of experience in a Catholic school and 3 years of administrative experience in education.
