Principal

Bishop Schad Regional School, a PK-8 Catholic school located in the heart of Vineland, NJ, is seeking an energetic, creative, compassionate leader to serve its students, families, and community, beginning on July 1, 2026. Rooted in the presence of Christ, the school provides a learning environment that integrates Gospel values with intellectual, spiritual, social, and physical development. Its mission emphasizes the formation of students as intellectually mature and morally responsible people of faith, vision, and purpose, while fostering a strong sense of respect, cooperation, and care for others within a safe and supportive environment. Serving a socioeconomically diverse community, including a significant population of bilingual students and families, the school embraces this diversity as a strength that enriches its academic program and faith community. ApplicationInterested candidates should submit the following to employment@ with the subject: Bishop Schad Principal Search. 1) A letter of interest articulating your personal sense of calling to this ministry and how your personal approach to leadership aligns with the mission and values of Bishop Schad Regional School; and 2) A resume that clearly indicates your educational and professional background and experience.QualificationsA practicing Catholic who possesses the knowledge and skills to share the truths of the Catholic Faith with students, parents, and staffMaster's DegreeFive years of teaching and/or educational administrative experience, preferably in Catholic SchoolsEvidence of competency in management, communication, and collaborative skillsA New Jersey Teacher or Principal Certificate (preferred)Spanish language proficiency (preferred)Job Description and Selected DutiesThe elementary school principal is the primary full-time administrator of the school, with responsibilities in Catholic Identity, Programmatic Excellence, and Operational Vitality. The position requires both deep involvement in the day-to-day reality of the key accountabilities included below and the ability to work in the context of the vision for the school and collaborate with relevant members of the diocese, local parishes, and school to deliver on the expectations of those communities.Catholic IdentityFoster a welcoming, inclusive, Christ-centered school cultureModel discipleship for all faculty, students, and the community through prayer, service, and actionCommit to strengthening and sustaining Catholic perspective and action in all parts of the school, including communication, curriculum, and serviceEnsure that Catholic Identity is an integral part of the school curriculum and that the diocesan curriculum for Religious Studies is used at all gradesFacilitate the spiritual and religious formation of all teachersProgrammatic ExcellenceEnsure that the diocesan curriculum is implemented for all subjects and grades, making necessary adjustments to ensure that it is appropriately differentiated for all studentsEstablish and hold students and teachers accountable to rigorous standards of achievementProvide for the ongoing professional learning of all teachers, including the use of effective teaching strategies for all students, in collaboration with the Office of Catholic Schools and diocesan initiativesSupervise and evaluate instruction through effective hiring and regular observation and dialogue with teachersMaintain discipline so that students can thrive in a Catholic academic settingOperational VitalityImplement and supervise the directives and policies of the Office of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Camden, and the New Jersey Department of Education, as applicableProvide an environment which is safe, healthy, and educationally conducive for all students, including the supervision of students whenever and wherever the school has responsibility for themServe on the Executive Board of the PTA/PTO and as an ex officio member of the School Board or School Finance CommitteeWork with the relevant parish and diocesan staff to establish and adhere to a yearly school budget, implementing diocesan budget procedures and guidelinesCoordinate and maximize the use of all state and federal assistance programs provided for the schoolAdvancement, Enrollment, and CommunicationEstablish growth goals for enrollment and supervise the Director of Advancement in pursuing effective strategies for realizing themSupervise all aspects of the recruitment and registration of studentsEstablish and pursue growth goals for fundraising and developmentCommunicate regularly and effectively with all school stakeholders, including: parents, teachers, parishioners, parish staff, diocesan staff, funders, and othersSend applications or inquiries to: employment@

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