Principal- Our Lady of Grace Catholic School Pleasanton, TX

DescriptionEmployment Status: Full-timeFLSA Status: ExemptReports to: SuperintendentFull-time Benefits may include: Paid Holidays/Holy Days, 403b Retirement, PTO, 401 (a) Pension Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Employee Assistance Program, Short-term/Long-term Disability. *Benefits may vary based on employment status and location.SummaryOur Lady of Grace Catholic School in Pleasanton, Texas, is seeking a visionary and faith-driven principal to lead a thriving PK3–5th grade Catholic school rooted in academic excellence, spiritual growth, and community values. As part of the Archdiocese of San Antonio, the school offers small class sizes, a supportive family-centered environment, and a mission dedicated to forming students into educated, compassionate leaders grounded in the teachings of Jesus Christ. This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative educational leader to strengthen a culture of faith, inspire faculty and students, and guide the continued growth of a vibrant Catholic school community.The principal fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by serving as the spiritual, educational, and managerial leader of the school. The principal is charged with the implementation of the philosophy, mission, objectives, and the overall management of the school. The principal is responsible for the professional effectiveness of the staff, the educational progress of the students, as well as the relationship within the entire school community.Position ResponsibilitiesSupports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the schoolActs as a witness to the Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic ChurchDevelops a school climate reflecting Catholic identitySupports and adheres to the teachings of the Catholic Church, the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees, and policies and procedures of the Archdiocese.Maintains confidentiality regarding school mattersAdheres to safety training and protocols on a daily basis and takes precautionary measures to ensure the safety and well-being of self, others. Responsible for protecting the confidentiality of any information or material obtained in the service with the organization to include but not limited to client names and information, services rendered to clients, donors names and gifts, internal and external investigations or results of any investigations, and financial information.Adherence to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral Policy is mandatory.Every employee is required to take a solution-oriented approach in their interactions and undertakings, as well as being a team member that promotes collaboration and commitment to the Mission and Vision of the organization.Performs other duties as assigned.Lead and Develop School PersonnelDirectly supervise and assess annually all faculty and staff.Guide the faculty and staff and provide servant-leadership both spiritually and academically. Develop a sound program for the spiritual and academic growth of the faculty and staff through in-service, conferences, and orientation workshops. Handles grievances of all faculty and staff.Head the final dismissal of faculty and staff who do not perform satisfactorily. Promote good communication between the faculty, staff and Board. Identify needs for the hiring of personnel, oversee the search and conducts the interviews for needed personnel Oversee Curriculum and Educational PlanningOversee the evaluation and development of all curriculum and books. Ensure that sound educational and academic goals are set. Ensure that the school is well equipped and well supplied with teaching materials, supplies, and resources as finances allow. Lead the school in all legal matters pertaining to education by staying abreast of legal requirements and trends.Utilize the resources and participate appropriately with organizations such as TCCB ED and the Department of Catholic Schools, in order to keep abreast of current, major trends in education in general and Catholic education in particular. Files all required paperwork with the Department of Catholic Schools and TCCB ED, including attendance records, enrollment, annual reports, accreditation reports, etc.Oversee the development of the annual school calendar.Oversee all achievement and standardized testing.Holds regular faculty and staff meetings. Attends all board meetings. Lead the school in acquiring and maintaining TCCB ED Accreditation.Interact With Students and ParentsOversee the re-enrollment and enrollment drive annually and makes the final admission decisionRegulates and enforces discipline, both behavioral and mental.Answers parents’ concerns and sets up conferences with faculty and staff.Oversees and plans spiritual development by obtaining speakers and conducts mass weekly and speaks in Mass occasionally.Ascertain that student records and transcripts are adequate, accurate and administered legally with the assistance of the office.Plan and Monitor School FinancesLead the School Board in preparing an annual school budgetOversee budget compliance throughout the fiscal year.Approve requests for purchases by the faculty and staff.Oversee the collection of tuition accounts, all accounts receivables and payableShares financial information with the school’s accountant to see the school’s obligations are paid on time.Lead Institutional AdvancementDevelop and maintain a good public relations program with school family, local church ministries, and the general public. Looks for opportunities to promote the school in churches and mission committees and all community organizations.Lead the school in the on-going process of strategic planningMaintain regular communication with the constituencies of the school through newsletters, direct mail, weekly news and website.Oversee the planning of long and short-term fundraising endeavors. Foster good relationships with all churches in the community.Oversee and develop a strategy to address the annual fund needBuild relationships with donors and prospective donors.RequirementsMinimum Qualifications:EducationMust be a practicing Catholic in good standing with a commitment to ongoing formation in catechetical and spiritual leadership development.Master’s degree18 credit hours in educational administration and supervision courses or a valid, appropriate state certificate for a principal.ExperienceMinimum of 3 years’ experience in teaching.License and CredentialsReliable transportationValid driver licenseValid vehicle insuranceMust pass archdiocesan Safe Environment Requirements and background screeningMust pass Texas DPS Fingerprint-based Applicant Clearinghouse screeningMinimum Knowledge And SkillsProvides for an orderly school environment and promotes student self-disciplineDevelops faculty and student/parent handbooks in accordance with diocesan guidelinesCompletes and submits all official forms required by the Archdiocesan Catholic Schools Office, TCCBED, and other public agenciesImplements and reviews long-range strategic planningPromotes healthy staff morale and professionalismParticipates in professional development, including Archdiocesan principal meetings and in-servicesEstablishes and implements technology goals for the schoolKnowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic ChurchKnowledge of instructional methods/strategies and curriculum differentiationKnowledge of child and adolescent development, learning, and behaviorKnowledge of the content and the methods of religious educationKnowledge of effective assessment methodsAble to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formAble to work well with others in the school communityAble to work independently and self-motivateSkill in handling multiple tasks simultaneouslySkill in organizing and relating information in an understandable formatSkill in job appropriate technologySkill in critical thinking and planningSkill in managing conflicts effectivelySkill in organizational management and delegation of responsibilitiesSkill in using group process skills effectively with various school communitiesMust be detail oriented, organized, self-motivated, work well independently and on a team;Must have good written and verbal skills;Must have good critical thinking and problem-solving skills.Please upload school transcripts and certifications when applying for this position.***This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise as needed.The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.