Assistant Principal, Elementary — Catholic School Leadership

Diocese of Harrisburg; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph School in Mechanicsburg, PA seeks an Assistant Elementary Principal within the Diocese of Harrisburg to provide spiritual and educational leadership and manage school operations in alignment with Catholic values.

The successful candidate will support the Principal, Pastor, and Superintendent, lead curriculum development, student welfare, discipline, and staff development, and foster a faith-filled community through collaboration with parishes and the Development Program.

Qualifications

• A practicing Catholic, whose values align with Catholic Church teachings, and committed to fostering a faith community among staff and students.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in Educational Administration or related field
• At least three years of satisfactory Catholic school teaching and/or administrative experience
• Diocesan certification in religious studies or commitment to attain within first three years

Responsibilities

• Administer the school according to Diocesan and local policies.
• Provide leadership for achieving Catholic education goals and for religious formation.
• Integrate the Catholic Philosophy of Education into the curriculum and foster a Catholic community within the school.
• Lead the staff and students in faith formation, parish collaboration, and ongoing development of students and faculty.
• Oversee scheduling, discipline, and the school’s operation within approved budgets with the Principal, Pastor, and Board

Skills

Catholic faith

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Educational Administration or related field

Job description

Saint Joseph School in Mechanicsburg, PA seeks an Assistant Elementary Principal within the Diocese of Harrisburg to provide spiritual and educational leadership and manage school operations in alignment with Catholic values.

The successful candidate will support the Principal, Pastor, and Superintendent, lead curriculum development, student welfare, discipline, and staff development, and foster a faith-filled community through collaboration with parishes and the Development Program.