Elementary School Principal (Pre-K to 5th)

Job Description

Position Title: PRINCIPAL St. Louis Elementary School (Grades PreK through 5th grade)
Location: Pittsford, NY
Classification: Full-time, Exempt
Wage Range: 65 - 78 k annual
Reports to: Parish Pastor and the Diocesan Superintendent of Catholic Schools

Job Summary:
The Principal administers (designs, develops, directs and evaluates the school's religious and academic programs) and provides leadership in faith development, spiritual growth, and academic excellence.

Qualifications:

1. Current N.Y.S. Teacher Certification (a minimum of 3 years teaching experience).
2. N.Y.S. School Building/Administrator Certification (a minimum of 2 years previous experience preferred not required as a school building administrator).
3. Must be an active member of the Catholic Church with the ability to obtain a pastoral letter of recommendation from your parish pastor.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Spiritual Leader Responsibilities:
• Develop a strong relationship with the Parish/Cluster and surrounding community.
• Active role in daily worship.
o Morning prayer, grace in classrooms, etc.
• Active role in monthly worship.
o Read at 1st Friday mass, carry in the cross, Eucharistic minister, etc.
• Complete Catechesis training and promote training with teachers.
• Create a religious vision/theme for the school year.
o In cooperation with faculty, create a theme centered on a verse from the Bible.
• Coordinate C.A.S.E./Safe & Sacred Training.
• Background Check employees/volunteers.
• Organize annual Faculty Retreat.

2. Instructional Leader Responsibilities:
• Teacher Observations - Evaluate teachers formally and informally throughout the year.
o Review teacher plan books, electronic or paper.
o Understand the expectations of the NYS Learning Standards for each grade level.
o Understand the Diocese of Rochester's Religious Curriculum and ensure it is delivered in each classroom.
• Read and understand Faith Assessment Curriculum Excellence (FACE). Ensure teachers understand the expectations of FACE.
o Assess and review teachers' use of formative and summative assessments.
o Ensure students are engaged in hands-on learning activities, including several forms of centers.
o Know and understand the NYS and Diocesan learning standards for all grade levels; can lead teachers in learning their grade-level content
• In cooperation with the Superintendent and Coordinator of Assessment and Professional Growth, review NYS assessment scores.
o Plan relevant professional development activities for your teachers.
• Review Report Cards and mandate that all teachers update grades via FACTS for the parent portal.
• Annual meeting with representatives of the local public school district outlining the Title programs/dollars.
• Ordering of textbooks from those districts with students in the school.
• Middle States Accreditation Annual Reports.
• Regular communication with public school districts regarding ESSA funding and Substantial Equivalency measures
• Purchase/maintain support of technology with the Diocese.
• Secure grants to support initiatives.

3. Managerial Leader Responsibilities:
• Building Administration -day-to-day operations of the school.
o Provide a safe and orderly school environment.
o Create/revise emergency plan and practice all aspects of the plan.
o Address student discipline when necessary.
o Understand and discuss NYS requirements and government-funded programs with your mentor (ex. Mandated Services Aid).
o Understand educational law and how it applies to Catholic schools.
o Evaluate the physical plant of the building and authorize repairs/construction when necessary (in conjunction with parish leader).
• Communication
o Establish clear expectations for faculty and staff.
o Delegate responsibilities when necessary and empower trusted employees.
• Human Resources -
o New Staff - interview, hire, provide an orientation to the school, provide a mentor at your discretion, and observe.
o Supervise and evaluate all faculty and staff.
o Handle conflict with employees directly - face-to-face is always more effective than an email.
o Distribute Intent Letters for next school year (January time frame)
o Write Offer Letters for next school year (May/June time frame) and distribute/collect (June).
o Teacher Evaluations - Annual.
o Coordinate and work with Diocese of Rochester HR office regularly.
• Meetings with various stakeholder groups -
o Meet with students at your discretion.
o Faculty meetings.
o Meet with all parent groups - Parent Association, Advisory Committee, etc. - Make sure you set the tone for the agenda and meeting. Make an effort to include teachers in parent meetings.
• B.E.D.S. Report.
• NCEA Report.
• Immunization Report.
• Create annual calendar.
• Fire Report.

4. Financial Leader Responsibilities:
• Budget - build a budget with the Finance Director and/or school business manager
o Approve/Deny school expenditures.
o Provide fiscal responsibility to the budget throughout the school year.
o Attend DOR school financial review meetings with the pastor/pastoral administrator and school business manager.
o Consider options for long-range planning.
• Marketing
o Develop and execute a marketing plan.
• Oversee tuition assistance/scholarship.

About the Employer

St. Louis School is committed to providing a holistic learning experience, encompassing high academic standards, character development, and faith education. Children are taught to think as "global citizens" and understand the value of service to others. At St. Louis, our community extends beyond the school walls to the parents, siblings, grandparents and friends of our students. This caring support network is our most vital asset in providing your child with a safe and happy school experience.