President, Catholic School System: Visionary Growth Leader

Cathedral Preparatory School & Villa Maria Academy; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

The Villa Maria Cathedral Preparatory Catholic School System (VMCPCSS) seeks a mission-driven President to lead Cathedral Preparatory School and Mother Teresa Academy, in partnership with the Board of Directors. The President will advance Catholic identity, academic excellence, and community engagement while guiding long-term growth.

Key focus areas include strategic planning, fundraising, stakeholder relations, and fiscal stewardship, with a commitment to accessible, high-quality Catholic

Qualifications

• The candidate must be a practicing Catholic with a commitment to Catholic education and mission.
• Experience leading advancement efforts and engaging donors and alumni.
• Ability to develop high-performing teams and guide growth and long-term planning.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the schools’ Catholic identity and Gospel values are central to all activities.
• Provide strategic vision and long-term planning for sustainability and growth.
• Build and sustain relationships with donors, alumni, families, and the broader community.
• Oversee budgets, tuition strategies, and financial health in collaboration with the Board.
• Collaborate with the Board to ensure governance excellence and accountability.
• Foster a positive school culture and high-quality student experience across campuses.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Fundraising & donor relations

Governance & board relations

Financial acumen

Catholic mission leadership

Communication & community engagement

Talent management

Job description

The Villa Maria Cathedral Preparatory Catholic School System (VMCPCSS) seeks a mission-driven President to lead Cathedral Preparatory School and Mother Teresa Academy, in partnership with the Board of Directors. The President will advance Catholic identity, academic excellence, and community engagement while guiding long-term growth.

Key focus areas include strategic planning, fundraising, stakeholder relations, and fiscal stewardship, with a commitment to accessible, high-quality Catholic