ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL - St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School

Archdiocese of San Antonio•Boerne, TX

About The Position

St. Peter the Apostle is seeking a mission-driven, dedicated, entrepreneurial educator to serve as Assistant Principal. This individual should have a passion for Catholic classical education, a heart of service, and a strong desire to be part of a team as we move to our new school building and expand to 7th grade in the 2026-2027 school year (8th grade will be added the following year). Key responsibilities for the Assistant Principal in the coming year will include designing and implementing a student support program, overseeing student discipline, and building systems to ensure operational effectiveness (ex. components of the admissions process, tardy tracking, etc.) in light of the school’s mission and vision. The Assistant Principal reports to and works closely with the Principal in implementing the academic program and fostering a vibrant school culture in accordance with the school’s Catholic classical identity.

Requirements

Master’s degree or participating in a Master’s degree program with minimum 18 credit hours in educational administration and supervision courses or a valid, appropriate state certificate, as outlined in the Texas Catholic Conference Education Department standards.
5+ years of experience as a classroom teacher
Practicing Catholic living in accordance with the teachings of the Catholic Church
Knowledge of curriculum and pedagogy; knowledge of Catholic classical curriculum preferred
Proven experience evaluating instructional program and teaching effectiveness
Proven experience managing student learning and behavior with sound knowledge of child development

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in school administration strongly preferred
Preferred administration/supervision coursework includes curriculum, legal issues in non-public schools, finance, strategic planning, facility management, cultural competency, special education, supervision of personnel, and assessment.

Responsibilities

Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic classical education and the mission of the school
Acts as a witness to Gospel values by joyfully modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
Supports and adheres to the policies and procedures of the school and of the Archdiocese of San Antonio, including the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees
Takes a solution-oriented approach in their interactions and undertakings
Acts as a team player; promotes collaboration and commitment to the mission, vision, and culture of the school
Supports the Principal with communication, training, and supervision of the faculty and staff
Assists in planning for staff development, curriculum, educational textbooks and materials
Designs and implements a student support program to address students’ academic, behavioral, and emotional needs (includes developing specialized learning plans (SLPs) for students through a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS), including accommodations based on the school’s resources and mission)
Collaborates closely with faculty and parents to support student success
Advises the Principal on admissions decisions in the application review process
Supports the referral process for student evaluation within the public-school system
Supports gradebook setup through the FACTS system and report card/progress report distribution
Maintains documentation of instructional planning
Assists with designing the master schedule
Assists with faculty and other meetings
Observes and evaluates instruction and provides constructive feedback on performance
Supervises teachers and other staff or volunteers, as assigned by the Principal
Oversees faculty and staff committees, as assigned
Designs systems for tracking tardiness, absences, disciplinary incidents, and academic probation and monitors student progress in these areas
Oversees student discipline by responding to behavior incidents, carrying out the disciplinary policies of the school, supporting teachers in addressing learning and behavior issues, and monitoring student conduct
Supports the Principal in developing handbooks
Interprets and enforces school policies
Coordinates key school events (ex. Curriculum Night, Kindergarten Graduation, etc.)
Provides direct supervision of school sponsored activities
Supports the preparation of handbooks
Trains and helps coordinate volunteers for a variety of school tasks and functions
Supports and assists with the responsibilities of the principal
Serves as the principal in the principal’s absence
Assists in the general administration of the school
Communicates effectively with students, parents, and other professionals
Leads admissions tours; responds to questions from prospective parents
Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students and staff
Adheres to safety training and protocols on a daily basis, and takes precautionary measures to ensure the safety and well-being of self, others
Assists with design and execution of the school safety plan
Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
Adheres to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral Policy
Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
Performs other duties as assigned