Principal St Joseph Catholic School

Principal St Joseph Catholic School

Full Time St. Joseph School, Arlington, TX, US

21 days ago Requisition

The principal duty of all employees is to assist in the mission of the Church in the Diocese of Fort Worth. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The Principal fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by serving as the spiritual, educational, and managerial leader of the school. The Principal is responsible for the Catholic identity of the school, the implementation of the philosophy, mission, and objectives, and the overall management of the school. The Principal oversees the professional effectiveness of the faculty and staff, the educational progress of students, and the school’s relationships with parents, parish, and community.

The Principal serves as the executive officer of the school and works collaboratively with the pastor, faculty, parents, and advisory bodies to ensure excellence in Catholic education, faithful adherence to the teaching of the Catholic Church, and effective stewardship of resources.

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school.
  • Acts as a witness to the Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
  • Promotes Catholic identity within the school through liturgical celebrations, prayer, sacramental life, service projects, and integration of Gospel values across all aspects of student life.
  • Ensures that the religious instruction of students meets diocesan guidelines.
  • Supports ongoing formation in Catholic faith for faculty and staff.

• Collaborates with the Pastor and/or Superintendent of Schools and works with the school advisory council as directed by diocesan policy.
• Implements long-range strategic planning and leads continuous school improvement.
• Oversees compliance with diocesan, TCCB ED, state, and accrediting body standards.
• Builds strong parish, parent, and community relationships to advance the mission of the school.

• Ensures the implementation of a comprehensive curriculum aligned with diocesan and TCCB ED standards.
• Supervises and evaluates the effectiveness of instructional programs.
• Oversees accreditation processes and ensures compliance with TCCB ED standards.
• Supports faculty in differentiated instruction and student formation.
• Provides leadership for faculty professional development, including catechetical and instructional growth.

• Hires, supervises, evaluates, and, when necessary, terminates faculty and staff in accordance with diocesan guidelines.
• Provides mentoring, coaching, and professional growth opportunities for staff.
• Ensures all faculty meet certification and formation requirements.
• Maintains positive staff morale and promotes professionalism.

• Provides an orderly school environment that fosters student discipline, leadership, and Catholic formation.
• Ensures safe and effective procedures for student welfare, accommodations, and behavioral support.
• Promotes a culture of respect, academic rigor, and faith formation for all students.

• Responsible for the annual school budget and financial stewardship.
• Ensures compliance with diocesan financial, legal, and operational policies.
• Collaborates on enrollment growth, marketing and development initiatives.
• Supports advancement efforts, including donor relations, alumni outreach, and parish engagement.
• Responsible for all other projects, tasks, committees, etc., as assigned.

Moderate Decisions and/or Recommendations Made in This Position

• Directs faculty and staff in curriculum, instruction, and Catholic formation.
• Makes recommendations regarding budget, staffing, policy, and school improvement.

Moderate Supervision Given and/or Received

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