School Principal

School Principal

Williamsville, NY

Primary Functions: This role will focus on enrollment growth, academic excellence, preservation of Catholic identity, and financial stability. This role will also work closely with the Parish and School Board leadership to develop the school's next strategic plan.

This role encompasses five main areas:

Parish and School Leadership:
- Communicates and upholds the Diocesan School's mission and philosophy.
- Collaborates with the Pastor, School Chaplin and School Board.
- Attends relevant meetings and completes necessary reports.
- Facilitates strategic planning and ensures a strong Catholic identity.

Instructional and Educational Leadership:
- Supports teachers' professional development and spiritual growth.
- Oversees curriculum implementation and student progress monitoring.
- Promotes a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Provides training and consultation to improve instructional capacity.

Managerial and Operational Leadership:
- Addresses inquiries and resolves conflicts.
- Supervises government funding and programs.
- Manages schedules, handbooks, and student incidents.
- Represents the school within the community and Diocese.
- Ensures compliance with policies and procedures.

Staffing and Personnel:
- Manages hiring and job descriptions.
- Oversees staff certification and training.
- Addresses performance concerns and conducts reviews.
- Monitors compliance with policies and procedures.
- Facilitates professional development and community engagement.

Finance:
- Collaborates on the school budget and approves orders.

Parent Engagement:
- Engages families, parish, board, and the community to support the school's mission effectively.

Overall, this role involves leading the school with a focus on educational excellence, Catholic identity, operational efficiency, personnel management, financial stewardship, and community engagement.

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Retirement.

Job Requirements: Prospective candidates are required to be a practicing Catholic in good standing and possess a master’s degree in educational leadership or its equivalent, a New York State School District Administrator or School Administrator Supervisor Certification (in progress is acceptable); Prior teaching or administration experience in Catholic education is preferred.

Application Process: Applications will be accepted beginning January 21, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

Please send the following materials to employment@stgregs.org.

- Letter of interest specifically addressing this position and school.
- Resumé.
- Statement of educational philosophy.
- List of three references (two professional and one personal) with email and phone
contact information as well as a statement regarding the relationship to the applicant.
- Additional letters of reference are accepted but not required.

7/1/2025

$55,000-$75,000 annually (DOE);12-month, full-time exempt salaried position