Principal

Principal Diocese of Providence Msgr. Matthew F. Clarke Catholic Regional School, a co‑educational Pre‑K – Grade 8 school located at 5074 Tower Hill Road in Wakefield, Rhode Island, is seeking a Principal to begin on August 1, 2026. The ideal candidate is a disciple of Jesus Christ who can act as a dynamic, caring, empathetic, and faith‑filled chief administrator, and who is capable of working collaboratively with a strong leadership team and faculty to advance the Diocesan mission of Catholic education. The school is accredited and has over 330 students enrolled. Job Summary The Principal is the chief administrator responsible for the day‑to‑day operations of the spiritual, educational, and extra‑curricular programs of the school. The Principal works in collaboration with the school leadership team to oversee all institutional and operational programs, reports directly to the superintendent of schools, and supports the Bishop and the Superintendent’s vision for Catholic education in the Diocese of Providence. Responsibilities School Administration Articulates the school philosophy and mission internally and externally; develops the life of the school as a Catholic community. Sustains a culture of mutual respect among faculty and staff. Delivers final responsibility for the selection, assignment, evaluation, and dismissal of all faculty, coaches, and certain functional supervisors. Promotes and encourages faculty and staff development; plans content for all professional development days. Communicates regularly with staff, families, and stakeholders. Supervises all Catholic Athletic League teams in accordance with appropriate guidelines and regulations. Administers federal grant programs. Sets the annual operating budget for the school in line with Diocesan policies. Prepares official school calendar and report card calendar. Supervises the grading system of the school. Oversees all Student Information Systems and databases used in the school. Manages the school webpage and monitors faculty compliance/usage. Assists in resolution of academic conflicts between teacher/student, student/teacher, parent/teacher, and other stakeholders. Student Life Holds responsibility for the health and safety of all students. Maintains accurate student records. Oversees the Admission Committee. Assumes final responsibility for the selection and dismissal of all students. Consults with parents of students making poor academic progress. Assists the leadership team with disciplinary matters as needed. Community Relations Represents the school in its dealings with other schools and agencies. Actively assists the leadership team with recruitment/outreach. Assists the leadership team with major gifts and grant‑writing proposals as needed. Maintains an active presence at school events. Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Must be an intentional Catholic disciple of Jesus Christ, in good standing with the Church, and personally invested in the formation of Catholic youth. Candidates must provide a pastoral reference. Commands a superior understanding of Catholic intellectual tradition, the Magisterial teachings of the Church, and the purposes of Catholic education. Demonstrated leadership ability. Excellent communication skills. Strong organizational skills. Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English fluently. Must pass a nationwide criminal background check. Education, Training, and Experience The preferred candidate will have earned a graduate degree in education, school administration, theology, or ministry. Minimum of five years of demonstrated experience in leadership positions, preferably in Catholic schools or organizations. Contact Information William Klements, Assistant Superintendent Catholic School Office One Cathedral Square Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr