Assistant Principal

Description

Position Title: Assistant Principal
School: St. Bridget School ( Cheshire)

Position Overview: St. Bridget School seeks a dedicated and mission-driven Assistant Principal to support the Principal in fostering a positive, academically rigorous, and faith-centered learning environment. The Assistant Principal plays a key leadership role in instructional oversight, student development, faculty support, and school community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Instructional Leadership & Academic Oversight

• Support the implementation of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices aligned with the Archdiocese of Hartford's mission, standards and goals.

• Review and analyze student performance data to inform instructional decisions and improve outcomes.

• Collaborate with teachers to enhance classroom practices through observations, feedback, and professional development.

• Assist in coordinating standardized testing and evaluating academic programs.

Student Life & Discipline

• Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive school climate rooted in Catholic values.

• Oversee student discipline processes, ensuring consistency and fairness.

• Support student activities, clubs, and leadership opportunities.

Faculty Support & Supervision

• Assist in recruiting, onboarding, mentoring, and evaluating faculty and staff.

• Facilitate training sessions and professional growth initiatives.

• Foster a positive, collaborative and supportive work environment.

School Operations

• Help manage daily school operations, including scheduling, attendance, and emergency procedures.

• Ensure compliance with school policies, accreditation standards, and applicable regulations.

Community Engagement & Events

• Actively participate in and attend school events, rotating with the school principal, including some evenings and weekends, such as athletic games, performances, fundraisers, and school/parish gatherings.

• Build strong relationships with faculty, staff, students, families, parish members, and the broader school community.

• Support communication efforts, including phone calls, parent meetings, and outreach.

Faith Leadership

• Uphold and promote the Catholic mission and identity of St. Bridget School.

• Participate in liturgies, prayer services, and religious activities.

• Model faith-based leadership in all interactions.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Educational Leadership, Administration, or a related field.


• Practicing Catholic committed to the mission of Catholic education


• Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience; prior leadership experience preferred.

• Strong knowledge of curriculum development, assessment, and data-driven instruction.

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and positive communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively and lead with integrity and professionalism.

Preferred Skills & Attributes:

• Experience with student data systems and school management platforms.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret academic and behavioral data.

• Strong presence at school and community events; willingness to maintain a visible and engaged leadership role.

• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in education.

Work Schedule & Expectations:

• 12-month position


• Availability to attend school events beyond regular hours, including some nights and weekends.

• Active daily presence throughout the school building and at extracurricular activities.

• Reports directly to the Principal and Pastor

• Works collaboratively with faculty, staff, parish leadership, and school families.