Assistant Principal

The Catholic Center; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary Magdalene Catholic School in Apex, North Carolina seeks an Assistant Principal to partner with the Principal in advancing Catholic education, strengthening instruction, and shaping a positive school culture.

The role leads curriculum development, teacher growth, and faith formation, using data to drive improvement, coordinating PLCs, and ensuring safe, respectful classrooms that nurture student growth.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field.
• Valid administrator certification or eligibility to obtain certification.
• 3–5 years of successful teaching experience, preferably in elementary or middle school.
• Experience in curriculum design, instructional coaching, assessment practices, and school improvement.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills with collaborative leadership.

Responsibilities

• Support Principal in advancing Catholic identity and mission.
• Foster prayer, service, compassion, and Gospel values.
• Lead curriculum, instruction, assessment, and school improvement.
• Coach teachers through observations, feedback, professional growth, and reflective conversations.
• Lead PLCs focused on student achievement and best practices.
• Use data to guide instruction, professional development, and school improvement efforts.
• Oversee staff recruitment, onboarding, supervision, and evaluation.
• Promote restorative practices and virtue formation.

Skills

Leadership

Educational tech

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

Master's in Educational Leadership

Tools

Google Workspace

FACTS SIS

Job description

Assistant Principal

St. Mary Magdalene Catholic School

Position Summary

St. Mary Magdalene Catholic School is a vibrant PK3–Grade 8 parish school dedicated to nurturing the whole child by integrating our Catholic faith and identity throughout the school experience. Guided by our motto, “We Pray. We Learn. We Care,” we foster a Christ-centered community where students grow spiritually, academically, and personally.

The Assistant Principal is a faith-filled educational leader who partners with the Principal to advance the mission of Catholic education through instructional leadership, faculty development, and the cultivation of a positive school culture. This role supports excellence in curriculum, instruction, and assessment while promoting restorative practices, virtue formation, and the development of compassionate servant leaders. Through effective partnerships with the pastor, families, faculty, and the parish community, the Assistant Principal helps ensure every student is known, valued, challenged, and inspired to reach their God-given potential.

Key Responsibilities

Catholic Mission and Identity

• Support the Principal in advancing the Catholic identity and mission of the school.
• Foster a culture rooted in prayer, service, compassion, respect, and Gospel values.
• Support faculty in integrating Catholic teachings and faith formation throughout the curriculum and school experience.
• Participate in and support faith formation opportunities, including liturgies, prayer services, retreats, and service initiatives.
• Encourage students to recognize their God-given gifts and grow as disciples of Christ.

Academic Excellence and Instructional Leadership

• Provide leadership in curriculum, instruction, assessment, and continuous academic improvement aligned with Catholic education, Diocesan standards, and school goals.
• Coach and mentor teachers through classroom observations, feedback, professional growth, and reflective conversations.
• Lead Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) focused on student achievement, instructional excellence, collaboration, and best practices.
• Use student achievement data to guide instructional decisions, professional development, and school improvement efforts.
• Support the implementation of research-based instructional strategies, differentiated instruction, and engaging learning experiences that meet the needs of all learners.
• Coordinate curriculum review, implementation, documentation, and alignment with Diocesan standards and school goals.
• Promote instructional practices that foster student engagement, critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and lifelong learning.
• Plan and facilitate professional development that strengthens instructional excellence, faith integration, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor and support faculty in their professional growth, spiritual development, and commitment to Catholic education.
• Assist with teacher recruitment, onboarding, supervision, and evaluation.
• Foster a collaborative culture built on trust, reflection, shared leadership, and continuous learning.
• Support faculty and staff communication, training, collaboration, master scheduling, and faculty meetings.
• Support the selection and effective use of educational resources, instructional materials, and assessment programs.

Student Formation and School Culture

• Promote a positive, Christ-centered environment where every student feels safe, respected, valued, and loved.
• Support restorative approaches to student discipline that emphasize accountability, reconciliation, personal responsibility, and virtue development.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and support staff to address students’ academic, behavioral, spiritual, and social-emotional needs.
• Encourage students to grow as compassionate, self-motivated servant leaders who embody Christian virtues and use their gifts in service to others.
• Ensure appropriate supervision of students, classrooms, and school-sponsored activities.

School Leadership and Operations

• Partner with the Principal in the daily leadership and management of the school.
• Assist with accreditation, strategic planning, school improvement initiatives, and policy implementation.
• Support school safety procedures, scheduling, admissions, and family engagement efforts.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, faculty, staff, professional colleagues, and community partners.
• Utilize educational technology effectively, including FACTS Student Information System, Google Workspace for Education, and digital curriculum platforms.
• Coordinate classroom and supervisory duty coverage to ensure student supervision and instructional continuity using approved substitutes and available staff as needed.
• Represent St. Mary Magdalene Catholic School positively within the parish, Diocese, and broader community.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Qualifications

• Practicing Catholic in good standing with a commitment to the mission and ministry of Catholic education.
• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field.
• Valid administrator certification or eligibility to obtain certification.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of successful teaching experience, preferably in an elementary or middle school setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in curriculum design, instructional coaching, assessment practices, and school improvement.
• Proficiency in educational technology and data-informed decision-making.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills with a collaborative leadership style grounded in integrity, humility, and service.
• Successful completion of required background and reference checks, along with Diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous administrative or teaching experience in a Catholic school setting.
• Experience implementing Restorative Practices and relationship-centered approaches to student discipline.
• Training in Responsive Classroom or comparable social-emotional learning frameworks.
• Knowledge of MTSS and differentiated instruction to support the academic growth of all learners, including students needing targeted intervention, additional support, or enrichment opportunities.
• Experience facilitating professional learning and coaching educators.