Elementary School Principal - Madonna del Sasso School at Catholic Schools-Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Luis Obispo Counties

Application Deadline

2/15/2020 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted
12/19/2019
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Based on school salary scale. Benefits include pension plan, social security and health insurance
Length of Work Year
July 1, 2020 for 2020-2021 school year
Employment Type
Full Time

About the Employer

The Diocese of Monterey stretches on the California coast from Santa Cruz in the north to Arroyo Grande in the south. Jobs may be posted for any number of our 11 diocesan schools and five non-diocesan schools serving 4,300 students in Catholic schools from PS through Grade 12.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Madonna del Sasso School, 20 Santa Teresa Way, Salinas, CA, is the fully-accredited school of Madonna del Sasso Parish, with fall enrollment of 200 students in Preschool through Grade Eight and approximately 20 teachers and staff members. Madonna del Sasso School has a large facility including a student activity center, large field and multiple play areas. The school is seeking a dynamic, innovative and visionary principal to fulfill its mission to motivate, instruct and nurture children in the beliefs, practices and values of the Catholic community integrated with the highest standards of academic excellence.

Requirements / Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS As the leader of the Faith Community of the school, the Principal shall: 1. Be a practicing Catholic, in good standing with the church, who has knowledge and understanding of the Catholic faith 2. Be deeply committed to the development of the faith life of teachers and students 3. Understand and be dedicated to the ministry of Catholic education As a professional educator, the Principal shall: 1. Have a minimum of five years of experience in teaching and/or in administration (Catholic school experience preferred) 2. Hold a basic Catechetical Certification or adhere to the minimum requirements for Catechetical Certification as set forth by the Diocese of Monterey 3. Hold a Master’s Degree with a minimum of 20 graduate hours with an emphasis in supervision, curriculum, instruction or other related education administration courses 4. Hold a valid California Standard Teaching Credential or its equivalent from another State 5. Hold a valid Administrative Credential* 6. Be proficient in educational technology, including the Microsoft Office Suite and Google Apps for Education, and have a willingness to integrate new technology into the curriculum 7. Have public relations and development skills to increase stakeholder relationships and to generate deeper involvement and excitement about the life and mission of Madonna del Sasso School 8. Have enrollment management and marketing skills to maintain healthy school enrollment 9. Have knowledge of school finances and the budgeting process *Principals in the Diocese of Monterey who do not hold a current, valid Administrative Credential must complete the requirements for such a credential per State requirements and Diocesan policy within a period of time mutually agreed upon with the Superintendent of Schools.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS As part of the application process, principal candidates are asked to submit written responses to the following: 1. Describe your basic philosophy of education. What are the beliefs that guide your actions as an administrator? 2. Why do you wish to work in a Catholic School? 3. What purpose(s) do you feel Catholic Schools fulfill? 4. What are the most important characteristics of an effective Catholic School? 5. What contribution can you personally make to a school’s goals? APPLICATION PROCEDURES Please submit the following: • cover letter addressed to Rev. Greg Sandman • resume • at least 3 letters of recommendation • answers to supplemental questions via Edjoin or email to Mimi Schwertfeger, Administrative Assistant, Department of Catholic Schools at mschwertfeger@dioceseofmonterey.org Application deadline: February 15, 2020 Position begins July 1, 2020

Requirements / Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS As the leader of the Faith Community of the school, the Principal shall: 1. Be a practicing Catholic, in good standing with the church, who has knowledge and understanding of the Catholic faith 2. Be deeply committed to the development of the faith life of teachers and students 3. Understand and be dedicated to the ministry of Catholic education As a professional educator, the Principal shall: 1. Have a minimum of five years of experience in teaching and/or in administration (Catholic school experience preferred) 2. Hold a basic Catechetical Certification or adhere to the minimum requirements for Catechetical Certification as set forth by the Diocese of Monterey 3. Hold a Master’s Degree with a minimum of 20 graduate hours with an emphasis in supervision, curriculum, instruction or other related education administration courses 4. Hold a valid California Standard Teaching Credential or its equivalent from another State 5. Hold a valid Administrative Credential* 6. Be proficient in educational technology, including the Microsoft Office Suite and Google Apps for Education, and have a willingness to integrate new technology into the curriculum 7. Have public relations and development skills to increase stakeholder relationships and to generate deeper involvement and excitement about the life and mission of Madonna del Sasso School 8. Have enrollment management and marketing skills to maintain healthy school enrollment 9. Have knowledge of school finances and the budgeting process *Principals in the Diocese of Monterey who do not hold a current, valid Administrative Credential must complete the requirements for such a credential per State requirements and Diocesan policy within a period of time mutually agreed upon with the Superintendent of Schools.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS As part of the application process, principal candidates are asked to submit written responses to the following: 1. Describe your basic philosophy of education. What are the beliefs that guide your actions as an administrator? 2. Why do you wish to work in a Catholic School? 3. What purpose(s) do you feel Catholic Schools fulfill? 4. What are the most important characteristics of an effective Catholic School? 5. What contribution can you personally make to a school’s goals? APPLICATION PROCEDURES Please submit the following: • cover letter addressed to Rev. Greg Sandman • resume • at least 3 letters of recommendation • answers to supplemental questions via Edjoin or email to Mimi Schwertfeger, Administrative Assistant, Department of Catholic Schools at mschwertfeger@dioceseofmonterey.org Application deadline: February 15, 2020 Position begins July 1, 2020