Elementary Principal (PreK-8) - St. Patrick, Parsons at Diocese of Wichita

Elementary School Principal 

The elementary level principal has responsibility for providing religious and academic formation within an orderly environment.  Parish school principals are directly accountable to the pastor.  Diocesan high school administrators are directly accountable to the Superintendent of Schools.  Principals and assistant principals must have a valid diocesan administrator’s contract in force at all times.
 
            Elementary Principal
 

1. Cooperates with the pastor to carry out the Church’s teaching mission in the school.  Promulgates teachings consistent with established Catholic principles and conducts self at all times in a manner consistent with Catholic moral standards.
2. Communicates with the pastor on all matters concerning the school, particularly on legal and financial matters.
3. Builds a faith community among faculty, staff, and families, modeling and promoting Catholic virtues through word and action.
4. Is responsible for hiring highly qualified, fully licensed teachers and following diocesan non-renewal or termination procedures.
5. Visits classrooms regularly to observe teaching, promote implementation of approved curriculum, provide constructive feedback, evaluate teachers, and monitor student achievement.
6. Provides spiritual formation and professional development opportunities for faculty.
7. Cooperates with the CSO in all matters pertaining to diocesan policy, guidelines, and programs, and consults with the CSO on all matters that could legally affect the school.
8. Supervises the operation of the building and facilities to maintain safety and efficiency.
9. Collaborates with the School Council.
10. Oversees all school athletic and activity programs.
11. Exercises jurisdiction in the pastor’s name over any fundraising or development activity carried on by the school or in the school’s name by any organization.
12. Manages budget according to diocesan guidelines.
13. Meets the requirements of the Diocesan Catholic School Formation and Certification program and the diocesan program for the protection of children. (VIRTUS)
14. Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Superintendent and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.