President

Padua Academy, a thriving, all-girls Catholic college preparatory school serving 458 students in Wilmington, DE, is accepting applications in the search for its first President. The President is a twelve-month, exempt employee who serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Padua Academy and is responsible for advancing the school’s mission, strategic vision, and institutional sustainability. Qualifications A commitment to ongoing spiritual formation, and growth in leadership and areas of professional responsibility A deep understanding of and passion for all-girls Catholic secondary education, with the credibility to lead and represent Padua Academy with integrity A minimum of a master’s degree, with doctoral degree preferred, in Business or a related field Proven experience as a visionary and strategic leader, including the ability to develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan Demonstrated success in advancement initiatives, including major fundraising, donor cultivation, grant writing, and external relations Proven ability to engage with and represent the school to the broader community, building strong relationships beyond the school environment Exceptional communication skills and a strategic mindset, with experience in effective financial oversight A collaborative leader and team builder who maximizes the gifts and talents of others and embraces the virtue of subsidiarity The ability to serve as a unifying ambassador for Padua Academy, inspiring excellence internally and advancing the school’s mission externally View the full President Search Prospectus for more information: Application Process Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply by submitting the following materials as separate PDF attachments: A letter of interest, including a statement of your philosophy of all-girls Catholic education A current résumé A list of 3–5 professional references, including names, relationships, email addresses, and phone numbers (references will not be contacted without your permission) Applications and inquiries may be directed to: Lisa Jubb, Search Committee Chair & Vice Chair, Board of Trustee View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Padua Academy