Beginning in the 2020-2021 school year, our parish school of 600 students will offer a Catholic Classical education from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth, Texas. We are looking for an experienced principal to lead our school in partnering with parents in the education and formation of children in truth, goodness and beauty through a Christ-centered environment of challenging academics and service. Through this partnership, we aim for each child to become an intentional disciple of Jesus Christ, prepared to respond to God’s call.

Saint Andrew Catholic School has a 65-year history of educating and forming students in the tradition of the Catholic faith.  The school is part of a thriving parish community of over 4,000 registered families in Fort Worth, Texas.  In partnership with Nolan Catholic High School and diocesan leadership, Saint Andrew Catholic School is currently implementing a classical education program to further enhance the tradition of academic excellence.

The principal serves as the spiritual, academic, and overall leader of the school.  The charge given to the principal is to implement strategies that serve to fulfill the mission and vision of Saint Andrew Catholic School and to continually improve the school as a whole.

A successful candidate must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with a commitment to ongoing formation. The candidate should understand how a Catholic worldview permeates both curriculum and instruction and must be an intentional disciple of Christ committed to providing a Gospel witness.  Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree and have current or previous experience as a school principal and a familiarity with classical education.

Essential Job Functions:

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education, adheres to the teaching of the Catholic Church, Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the diocese
• Continually identifies and effects needed change for school improvement
• Supervises instruction and evaluates the overall effectiveness of the academic program; ensures that the religious instruction of students meets the guidelines set forth by the diocese
• Promotes Catholic identity within the school through liturgical celebrations, faith development, integration of Gospel values and the practice of Christian service
• Responsible for professional development of all school faculty and staff
• Maintains the accreditation of the school according to TCCED standards
• Responsible for the annual school budget and supervises all expenditures; oversees development goals and activities and seeks resources and support beyond the school
• Hires, supervises, evaluates and terminates all faculty and staff according to diocesan guidelines
• Maintains positive relationships and fosters collaboration with all school stakeholders, including pastor, parents, parish staff and other key constituencies

Important Job Functions:

• Provides for an orderly school environment and promotes student self-discipline
• Develops faculty and student/parent handbooks in accordance with diocesan guidelines
• Completes and submits all official forms required by the Diocesan Catholic Schools Office, Texas Catholic Conference Education Department, and other public agencies

 Implements and Reviews Long-Range Strategic Planning:

• Promotes healthy staff morale and professionalism
• Participates in professional development, including diocesan principal meetings and in-services
• Establishes and implements technology goals for the school