SY- Assistant Principal- St. Luke - River Forest - Vic. IV

Assistant Principal Prospectus 2025

The Archdiocese of Chicago is the third largest diocese in the United States and serves more than 2.2 million Catholics in The Archdiocese, pastored by Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, has more than 15,000 employees across its ministries, including Catholic Charities, the region's largest nonprofit social service agency. The Archdiocese also has one of the country's largest seminaries. The Archdiocese's elementary and secondary schools comprise one of the largest U.S. private school systems.

The elementary school principal is hired by and is accountable to the pastor or the Jurisic person for the operation of the school. The principal is expected to abide by the established policies and procedures of the Archdiocese of Chicago, the Office of Catholic Schools, and the directives of the Superintendent of Catholic Schools. The principal participates in the annual performance review outlined by the Office of Catholic Schools.

St. Luke School, located in River Forest, is seeking a passionate and dedicated assistant principal to join our school community.

The ideal candidate assists with the management of daily operations, student discipline, staff mentoring and coaching, and curriculum development.

Candidates ensure a safe, inclusive, faith-based, effective learning environment for all students and staff. Catholic Identity

Promotes and facilitates an environment which fosters the Catholic identity of the school

Ensures that the faculty is current in the areas of theology, religious education and catechetical skills

Promulgates and periodically revises the school mission statement and philosophy in collaboration with the school community

Encourages and educates students, school families and faculty member to celebrate liturgies, including Sunday Mass, and the season/feasts of the liturgical year

Promotes parent/guardian partnerships in advancing the mission of the school and the ministry of the Catholic education Academic Excellence

Ensures all students learn to their fullest potential, using data to inform decision-making

Supervises implementation of the Office of Catholic Schools curricula in a rigorous, relevant, and age-appropriate manner that develops students' ability to continually succeed

Assists faculty in utilizing effective learning strategies that integrate technology

Acts as the instructional leader of the school by recruiting, hiring, supervising, evaluating, and providing quality professional development for highly qualified, certified staff members to improve student learning School Viability

Serves as the executive officer to the board, helping to prepare for meetings, informing them of policy, and leading their continual professional development and goal setting

Collaboratively develops and successfully implements strategic planning that involves representatives of all stakeholders of the school and wider community

Prepares the annual school budget in cooperation with the board and parish

Monitors the budget and finances to ensure proper cash flow with diverse funding sources to support the financial stability of the school

Provides for regular review of financial statements by the pastor/Jurisic person and board to ensure awareness of the financial position of the school and makes necessary adjustments for financial viability

Promulgates written local financial policies and procedures for collection and disbursement of all school funds based on Archdiocesan best practices and ensures their proper implementation

Stabilizes and/or grows enrollment to reach full capacity of the school by implementing an enrollment management plan, overseeing an enrollment management team, and conducting an annual appeal to provide for scholarships/programs

Ensures the maintenance and safety of the school plant according to local, state, Archdiocesan and the Office of Catholic Schools policies, procedures, and directives General Administration

Designs and implements communication strategies to ensure that the pastor /Jurisic, staff, parish school families, prospective families, and the community are informed about school matters and engaged in the school

Develops appropriate handbooks for school families and school staff

Works with the board to successfully complete school and system goals

Utilizes teacher teams and shared leadership to delegate responsibilities

Develops an organized work environment and adheres to deadlines and requests

Oversees discipline in a respectful, proactive way according to Archdiocesan policy

Maintains professional, working relationships with all members of the school community and involves them in the decision-making process of the school where appropriate

Identifies, encourages, and mentors future school leaders

Maintains accurate local files and records for each student and employee

Attends required Archdiocesan, Office of Catholic Schools and local meetings

Implements conflict management procedures as necessary

Promotes a culture of respect for each member of the community

Oversees co-curricular activities (extended school day, sports, activity clubs) ensuring that the programs are in compliance with local and Archdiocesan policies

The principal is expected to supervise and evaluate staff and student progress and school safety through regular site visits to the classrooms and all other areas of the school plant. Requirements:

Master's degree in education or administration.

Understanding and respect for the Catholic faith.

Administrator license - preferred. Assistant Principal / Dean of Student Life

Lead school-wide discipline and classroom management support/communication/tracking (PBIS-type experience preferred)

Act as liaison between high schools and families

Coordinate assembly and required safety drills

Facilitate communication and coordination among clubs and sports (I.e. days, participation, eligibility, etc)

Schedule testing (I.e. iready, religion assessment)

Develop teacher and student schedules (in collaboration with principal and teacher committee)

Create teacher duty/supervision schedule

Coordinate federal grant monies allocation and ordering

Attend PSO, DC, and School Board meetings upon request of the principal

Coach teachers

Work with principal to develop and lead weekly staff PD sessions

Attend sacrament celebrations: First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation

Manage SIS (I.e. FACTS and PowerSchool)

Run report cards and support/monitor teacher grading practices/entry and comments

Collaborate with tech consultant, overseeing lab and devices

Fulfills duties of principal as designer when principal offsite

Assist resource team with SAPs and SSPs

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available here.

This position has an annualized salary range of $45,000 - $55,000 An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on many factors including but not limited to: relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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