Diocese of Cleveland · 2 weeks ago
Associate Superintendent for Elementary Schools
The Diocese of Cleveland is seeking a passionate and experienced Associate Superintendent for Elementary Schools to join their Office of Catholic Education. This role involves leading efforts to support Catholic elementary schools and implementing strategic educational initiatives within the diocese.
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Responsibilities
To assist the Superintendent in leading the system of Catholic schools of the Diocese of Cleveland
To supervise the employees of the Elementary Education Department in the Office of Catholic Education
To serve as a liaison, spokesperson, and connection between the Office of Catholic Education and the Catholic schools of the Diocese
Collaborates with the Superintendent and the other department members in implementing the mission of the Department. This is accomplished by participating in the comprehensive planning, implementation and evaluation of the department programs and services
Serves as a professional resource and advisor to pastors, principals, and school leadership teams
Collaborates with other diocesan departments and ministries to support school operations
Provides support for the accreditation process in the Diocese of Cleveland’s schools
Leads •Keeping the Faith• parish group meetings and facilitates the creation of a memorandum of understanding that encourages collaboration for these groups
Supports parish elementary schools in the process of principal search, including facilitating search committees
Works collaboratively with a team of OCE members and school parish personnel to steward the process on school closing or merging processes, when necessary, with sensitivity, transparency, and adherence to diocesan protocols
Provides counsel as needed to pastors, principals, teachers and parents on personnel policies and practices, including meeting these individuals and facilitating meetings and using mediating skills when necessary
Serves as a liaison from the Catholic School Office to the principals, attends all principal meetings, informs and provides school related information and consultation services
Collaborates in providing diocesan in-services for principals, aspiring leaders, and other related programs
Represent the Office of Catholic Education on school advisory boards, including the Pastors’ School Advisory Council
Performs any and all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Practicing Catholic in good standing with a Catholic parish/faith community, committed to the mission and teachings of the Church
Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Educational Administration, Curriculum & Instruction, or a closely related field
At least three (3) years of successful experience as principal of a Catholic elementary school (OR five years of combined Catholic school administrative leadership)
Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to interpret and analyze local, state and federal laws relative to Diocesan policies and procedures
Demonstrated knowledge of Catholic school identity, governance models, parish leadership structures, and canonical considerations affecting Catholic schools
Ability to motivate diverse groups of people and the ability to work effectively with and lead committees
Excellent organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to conduct training programs and presentations
Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills
Working knowledge of the budgeting process
Proficiency with technology and basic office software and willingness to learn school technology systems used by the diocese, its schools, and the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce
Requires understanding of general principles of office operations and Microsoft Office 365, particularly how to use Microsoft Excel and CSV files. Must be proficient in both written and verbal communication. Must have the ability to effectively communicate with individuals whose technical capabilities may vary broadly from one to another, both in-person and through email, chat, MS Teams and various other virtual services
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Preferred
Ohio State Principal or Superintendent Licensure (or eligibility)
Five or more years of administrative leadership experience in Catholic education
Experience in strategic planning, change management, or school system-level leadership
Experience supervising professional staff or leading multi-site teams
Experience with school accreditation, curriculum review, or quality-assurance processes
Experience facilitating conflict resolution or stakeholder engagement in a parish/school environment