Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Schools
Assistant Superintendent of Catholic Elementary Schools for the Diocese of Harrisburg
Location: 4800 Union Deposit Road, Harrisburg, PA 17111FLSA: Exempt
Job Type: Full-time, 12 months
Position reports to: Secretary for Education/Superintendent of Catholic Schools
Salary: Competitive
Apply online at https://www.hbgdiocese.org/ase
The Diocese of Harrisburg is looking for a faith-filled, innovative educator to join the Office of Catholic Education leadership team. The diocese is seeking a dynamic Catholic leader with the experience and entrepreneurial spirit to build upon the transformational change occurring in the twenty-seven (27) elementary schools and six (6) high schools in the diocesan school system.
The Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Schools will have primary responsibility to provide support, resources, and oversight to our elementary schools for Catholic identity, curriculum and assessment, student and personnel matters, school safety, technology, non-public federal and state programs, and the overall vitality of the schools.S/he will assist with leadership development for principals and will collaborate with school constituencies of the diocese including pastors, principals, intermediate units, teachers, parents, students, and diocesan personnel. The Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Schools will assist in the comprehensive strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services.
The ASE will provide leadership in formulating and directing policies, procedures, goals, and objectives for programmatic and professional development and educational support services. In addition, this position will work with the Superintendent to establish benchmarks to ensure growth in a data-informed approach to school leadership.
The ASE must have a strong commitment to the philosophy of Catholic Education and spiritual formation that guides all of our work.
ResponsibilitiesFocus areas for the Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Schools will be:
--Ensure the Catholic identity of our schools, in collaboration with the principal and pastor; --Serve as the academic leader for the Catholic elementary schools; Establish short and long-term educational objectives; --Collaborate with Superintendent to review, share, and use data to promote data-informed decision-making with principals; --Collaborate with principals and presidents on student and personnel matters; --Manage the Diocesan Principal Academy; --Manage/Monitor all certificates of compliance; --Oversee all PDE requirements; --Collaborate with Superintendent on leadership development to achieve the highest performance level in their schools and ensure curricular standards are met; --Collaborate with the Superintendent in the development of school goals; --Work collaboratively to develop and implement consistent policies for the school system; --Oversee non-public federal and state funding program; --Oversee the technology plan and safety plans at all schools; --Assist with professional development opportunities for both administrators and faculty; and all other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.
Qualifications--License/Certification: Either a School Administrator (Principal K-12) or Superintendent Certification.
--A practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church, with a strong commitment to Catholic identity in schools; --A joyful, positive, thoroughly Catholic attitude overall; commitment and track record of treating people as made in the image and likeness of God; track record of emotional intelligence in handling difficult situations; --A Master's degree in educational administration/school leadership/curriculum and instruction or other related discipline; --Minimum of 10 years of successful school leadership; --Contemporary knowledge of academics, including curriculum development, professional development, and technology; --Track record of academic excellence across all aspects of curriculum; --Understanding of accreditation process and familiarity with Middle States accreditation process; --Knowledge of Federal Programs and ability to communicate and work with Intermediate Units and local school districts regarding Title Services preferred; --Experience with state-funded services such as Non-Public Information System (NPIS) preferred; --Relationship-oriented leadership style with demonstrated ability to work with a variety of constituencies (pastors, principals, boards, parents, et al.), including school visitations for assessment; --Familiarity with technology services at schools and ability to recognize efficiencies and improvements with technology implementation for all schools; --Knowledge of best practices in the area of school safety and ability to coordinate with various agencies to provide opportunities for professional development; --Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; and
--Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with all constituents.The Superintendent reserves the right to waive particular qualifications at his discretion.
Applications should consist of a narrative letter of interest and a current resume. All materials will remain confidential until finalists are identified. Finalists will be required to provide at least three professional references. Please email applications to Daniel Breen, Secretary for Education and Superintendent of Catholic Schools: [SEE ORIGINAL LISTING] with subject line: "assistant superintendent for elementary schools."
Benefits: --Dental insurance
--Health insurance--Life insurance
--Paid time off
--Vision insurance
--Short-term and long-term disability coverage at no cost
--Generous 403(b) contributions
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Evenings and weekends as needed)Work Location: In person at 4800 Union Deposit Road, Harrisburg, PA 17111; 1-2 days a week in the field; and regional business travel as needed.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to quiet.Frequent short and long periods of sitting is typical.