SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

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The Bishop of Manchester is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the particular diocese
entrusted to him. In a unique and visible way, he makes Christ’s mission present and enduring as
Shepherd of the Christian Community. In order to fulfill his mission, the Bishop employs suitable,
chosen collaborators (clerics, religious, or lay people). He shares with them the apostolic mission and
entrusts various responsibilities to them.
Each position employed in the Diocese of Manchester helps to extend the ministry of the Bishop in
particular ways as outlined in the position description. All employees of the diocese assist the Bishop of
Manchester in serving the parishes, schools and institutions of the Catholic Church in New Hampshire.
The principal is accountable to the Superintendent of Catholic Schools.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The principal serves as the spiritual, educational, and daily operational leader of the high school. The
principal is responsible for managing approved policies, regulations, and procedures to ensure that all
students are supervised in a safe, traditional Catholic learning environment that meets the approved
mission and curricula of the school.
Fulfilling the Catholic mission of the school and achieving academic excellence require that the principal
work collaboratively to direct and nurture the faculty and staff and to communicate effectively with local
clergy, parents/guardians, and the Catholic Schools Office. Inherent in the position are the
responsibilities for scheduling, curriculum development, staff professional development, extracurricular
activities, personnel management, budgeting, emergency procedures, and facility operations.
Most importantly, the principal must understand, articulate, and promote the mission of a Catholic school,
fostering an authentic Catholic culture imbued with a ministry of evangelization and our beautiful
Catholic world view. The principal must be committed to the formation of the whole person including
the spiritual, intellectual, social, physical, and moral development of every student.
 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. As a spiritual leader:
• Nurtures the faith development of students, faculty and staff, by providing opportunities
for individual and group spiritual growth
• Ensures quality Catholic religious instruction to students
• Selects qualified Theology faculty who use USCCB approved texts and the Diocesan
Theology curriculum standards

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• Provides opportunities for students, faculty, staff, and families to celebrate the Catholic
faith on feast days and in other meaningful ways
• Fosters a robust spiritual life through frequent prayer and the sacraments
• Supports and fosters consistent practices of Christian service
• Fosters collaboration between the parish/es and the school
• Recognizes, respects and facilitates the role of parents as the primary faith educators of
their children
• Promotes Catholic values within the local and larger community
• Integrates gospel values and Christian ethics into the curriculum, policies, and life of the
school
• Maintains awareness of current trends related to Catholic schools
• Develops, implements, and publishes the school philosophy and mission statement that
reflect the unique Catholic identity of the school

2. As an educational leader:
• Demonstrates symbolic and cultural leadership skills in developing a school climate
reflecting Catholic identity
• Applies a Catholic educational vision to the daily activities of the school
• Promotes positive morale within the school
• Recognizes and fosters leadership opportunities among staff members
• Attends to his/her own personal growth and professional development
• Provides and supports individual and/or group professional development activities for
his/her staff
• Recognizes and provides for cultural and religious differences
• Provides leadership in curriculum development and in the integration of the Diocesan
academic standards and accompanying integrated faith standards
• Demonstrates an understanding of a variety of educational and pedagogical skills
• Recognizes and accommodates when possible, the special learning needs of students
• Supervises instruction effectively
• Demonstrates an understanding of effective procedures for evaluating students and the
utilization of formative assessments to help students grow
• Possesses the experience, motivation, and ability to enhance the curriculum with extended
learning opportunities, i.e., dual credits, internships, electives, and vocational opportunities

3. As an operational leader:
• Recruits, interviews, and selects qualified personnel as set by diocesan policies and
guidelines who will advance the mission and vision of the school
• Provides orientation for new staff
• Knows and applies the skills of organizational management, delegation of responsibilities,
and effective communication
• Manages conflict effectively
• Evaluates all staff
• Provides a positive school environment that reflects our Catholic identity
• Understands Catholic school governance structure
• Recognizes and cultivates the importance of the relationship between the school, the
President, and the Catholic School Office
• Knows civil and church law as it applies to Catholic schools and utilizes diocesan
personnel for assistance when needed
• Understands accreditation and federally funded program requirements
• Understands and demonstrates the use of current technologies

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• Demonstrates skills in planning and managing the school’s financial resources toward
developing and monitoring an annual budget
• Understands the basic strategies of long-range planning, policy development and
implementation, and effective public relations
• Works directly with the St. Joseph Regional Junior High School Principal, under the
guidance of the President, to implement curriculum tracking, enhance the academic
excellence, and provide more opportunities for Jr. High students

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EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• M.A., M.Ed., and/or an advanced degree in School Administration/Leadership
• Appropriately qualified and/or certified or eligible for NH administrator’s certification
• Experienced in visionary leadership, supervision, curriculum, finances, planning, and
technology
• Minimum of 5 years successful teaching/administrative experience in a Catholic school
• Demonstrated strong verbal/written communication skills
• Demonstrated effective organizational and time management skills
• It is required that the incumbent be a practicing Catholic by:
Being in good standing with the Church
Actively participating in parish life
Be able articulate and lead community prayer

 

ENVIRONMENT:

1. Office environment - clean, well-lit, environmentally comfortable, no fumes or airborne
particles
2. Minimal exposure to chemicals related to copier equipment and general office solvents
3. Minimal requirement to reach at or above shoulder level; occasional reaching below
shoulder level required
4. Frequent grasping and manipulation of equipment and controls
5. Ability to travel throughout the diocese.
6. Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include nights and weekends.
7. Ability to tolerate prolonged sitting and/or standing and to lift up to approximately 25
pounds to waist high level whenever necessary
8. Mobility includes regular sitting, some standing and walking
Interested candidates, please contact The Catholic School Office:
David Thibault | (603) 669-3100
dthibault@rcbm.org
All inquiries are treated as confidential.

 

 

​​KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
 

Saint Joseph Regional School/ Our Lady of Mercy Academy, Keene, NH
 

We are searching for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our outstanding faculty and teach Kindergarten at St. Joseph Regional School. We are a Pre-K through 12 school located on one campus in Keene, NH and are passionate about educating the mind, body and soul of each student in the Catholic tradition. With small class sizes, we are focused on educational excellence, service, faith and family.

The ideal candidate would be an actively practicing Catholic who supports the school’s Catholic mission, models Catholic values and engages fully in the life of the school community.
 

The candidate would have experience teaching elementary school. The candidate should bring energy and passion to the classroom setting and have a willingness to work with students of all ability levels. Exceptional interpersonal, written and oral communication skills are necessary as well as excellent classroom management skills.
 

Three or more years of teaching experience and NHDOE certification is preferred but not required. Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required. Master’s degree is preferred.
 

Please submit a cover letter, resume, certification (if applicable), and three references to apply.
 

Screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Diocesan teacher application to:
Dr. Annie Pearson, Interim Principal
Saint Joseph Regional School/ Our Lady of Mercy Academy
92 Wilson Street
Keene, NH 03431
apearson@stjosephkeene.org

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THIRD GRADE TEACHER

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Saint Joseph Regional School/ Our Lady of Mercy Academy, Keene, NH
We are searching for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our outstanding faculty and teach Third Grade at St. Joseph Regional School. We are a Pre-K through 12 school located on one campus in Keene, NH and are passionate about educating the mind, body and soul of each student in the Catholic tradition. With small class sizes, we are focused on educational
excellence, service, faith and family. The ideal candidate would be an actively practicing Catholic who supports the school’s Catholic mission, models Catholic values and engages fully in the life of the school community.
 

The candidate would have experience teaching elementary school. The candidate should bring energy and passion to the classroom setting and have a willingness to work with students of all ability levels. Exceptional interpersonal, written and oral communication skills are necessary as well as excellent classroom management skills.
 

Three or more years of teaching experience and NHDOE certification is preferred but not required. Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required. Master’s degree is preferred.
 

Please submit a cover letter, resume, certification (if applicable), and three references to apply.
Screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
 

Diocesan teacher application to:
Dr. Annie Pearson, Interim Principal
Saint Joseph Regional School/ Our Lady of Mercy Academy
92 Wilson Street
Keene, NH 03431
apearson@stjosephkeene.org

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