Principal (COO) High School at Salesian College Preparatory

Job Summary

Job Summary

The Office of the Principal has, as its primary purpose, to provide leadership together with the School’s President in fostering an atmosphere in which the Salesian System of Education can flourish. The Principal provides leadership and ensures quality in the faith community, academic, and student affairs of the School. The Principal is directed to work towards the School’s achievement of its Catholic mission to serve students of diverse cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds in a college preparatory secondary school conducted in the Salesian tradition. The Principal is appointed and is delegated authority by the President and acts as the chief operating and educational officer for the School. In collaboration with the President and administration, the Principal serves as a role model for staff and students and shares responsibility for the integration of faith and learning within the school. As the key educational leader, the Principal oversees all phases of policy implementation related to academics, instruction, and curriculum in conjunction with the Associate Principal for Curriculum and Instruction. The Principal oversees the Guidance and Counseling Department and programs through the Director of Guidance. The Principal oversees faith community affairs and coordinates policy concerning student discipline and student activities. The Principal coordinates the interscholastic athletic program through the Athletic Director and works to develop wholesome rapport among all members of the school community. The Principal is responsible for the successful day-to-day operation of the school as accomplished through effective delegation of responsibilities to an effective, competent and ethical administration, faculty and staff.

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