PRINCIPAL (PreK-8)

Job Description

MOST BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL (MBS), located in Berlin, Maryland, seeks qualified applicants for the position of PRINCIPAL beginning July 1, 2024. This diocesan Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8 school, founded in 2003, has an enrollment of 260 students and is housed in a modern facility on 18 acres. With over 30 committed faculty/staff members, MBS serves students in the eight sponsoring parishes of the region and is dedicated to excellence in education by developing life-long learners and leaders. This diocesan school which boasts a mission-driven educational community that is both academically challenging and spiritually nourishing, is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The Principal works closely with the MBS families, pastors of supporting parishes, the diocesan Catholic Schools Office, faculty and staff, and a school advisory board. The Principal of MBS must lead by personal witness to the Catholic faith, demonstrate a commitment to continued growth of Catholic education, and exhibit passion and compassion in articulating the school motto: Educating the Mind, Strengthening the Body, Nurturing the Spirit.

The successful candidate must meet the following criteria:
• live as a practicing Catholic
• hold an advanced degree (Master's or higher) from an accredited institution in an area of study that supports the role/responsibilities of the principal
• hold or be eligible for Delaware or Maryland licensing/certification
(Catholic Theology or Ministry degree may be exempt from this requirement)
• have a minimum of five years teaching experience at the elementary level (Catholic school experience as a teacher/administrator preferred)

A cover letter and resume should be forwarded no later than Wednesday, May 15, 2024 to:
Mary E. Filippone
Personnel Coordinator
Catholic Schools Office
1626 North Union Street
Wilmington, DE 19806
302-573-3133
mfilippone@cdow.org

About the Employer

Catholic Schools: Faith - Knowledge - Service. This national theme for Catholic schools reminds us of the essential mission of our schools. In Catholic schools, students learn, celebrate, live, and pray the Catholic faith each day. An authentically Catholic curriculum based on Gospel teachings is enhanced by regular opportunities for worship and service. In cooperation with parents, the primary teachers of their children in the faith, Catholic educators strive daily to nurture the light of Christ ignited in each child at Baptism.

Catholic schools are centers of academic rigor. A core curriculum, incorporating national and state expectations, is enriched by the arts, technology, world languages, co- and extra-curricular activities, and athletics.