Assistant Superintendent - Department of Catholic Schools

Diocese of Tucson•Tucson, AZ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Superintendent works under the direction of the Superintendent of Schools to support school leadership in mission and Catholic identity, academic excellence, operational vitality, and governance and leadership. The role helps Catholic schools maintain their Catholic identity, academic excellence, viability, strong leadership, and WCEA accreditation status, and supports their work to evangelize, catechize, and educate youth in a Catholic school environment. The Assistant Superintendent is expected to serve as a minister of the Gospel and Catholic teaching in professional and personal conduct. The position supports school leaders and staff through assessment and student-support processes, professional development, accreditation, compliance, strategic initiatives, and departmental administration. The role requires travel and availability for evening and weekend work as necessary.

Requirements

Working knowledge of and strong commitment to fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church.
Practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church.
Excellent written, verbal, public-speaking, and presentation skills.
Excellent human-relations and interpersonal skills; self-starter, well-organized, and a team player.
Ability to travel and be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; reliable transportation.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficiency with computer technology, including word processing, Excel, and related technology; ability to maintain confidentiality.
Flexibility to assess needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment.
Ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check.
Professional bearing and clean, neat personal appearance.
Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or a related field.
Arizona State Certification—Principal; Superintendent certification preferred.
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience as a school principal; Catholic school experience preferred.
Valid and current Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Must respect and conduct oneself in accordance with the values, teachings, and morals of the Roman Catholic Church and Arizona state law; under the Zero Tolerance Policy, employees who have engaged in abuse of a minor or violated boundaries in dealing with minors will not knowingly be assigned or retained.

Nice To Haves

Arizona Superintendent certification.
Catholic school principal experience.
Level I Ministry Certification or better.

Responsibilities

Recognize and support each school’s unique Catholic mission by speaking, acting, and instructing consistently with the teachings of the Catholic Church, and abide by Catholic principles in professional and private life.
Model faith formation by developing and maintaining school programs that include daily prayer, religion classes, liturgy, and service.
Coordinate annual standardized testing administration for elementary schools.
Oversee implementation and facilitation of the CARE process across all schools to identify and address individual student needs.
Oversee fidelity to the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework and exceptional education processes, including interventions, progress monitoring, and equitable access to services.
Oversee implementation of Assessment of Religious Knowledge (ARK) assessments for students in grades 2–12.
Coach and provide professional development to school leaders on analyzing and using assessment data to set school goals and improve instructional practices.
Develop, maintain, and communicate a comprehensive calendar of professional development opportunities for school principals.
Assist in planning and facilitating principal meetings, retreats, and in-service sessions.
Support school leaders through the WCEA accreditation process and serve as a WCEA Commissioner.
Collaborate with the Coordinator of Catechesis and Evangelization to collect and maintain Ministry Certification data for teachers and administrators.
Maintain communication with Local Education Agencies and stay informed about federal programs to support equitable funding and services for Catholic schools.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and diocesan policies and procedures.
Assist the Superintendent with policy review, grant writing, and other strategic initiatives as assigned.
Support the Superintendent in coordinating principal searches, including candidate recruitment and interviews.
Assist with oversight and coordination of departmental contractors.
Maintain an organized and efficient office, including accurate Department of Catholic Schools records and files.
Provide staff support to the Department of Catholic Schools as needed.
Maintain strict confidentiality and discretion regarding sensitive information.
Perform duties professionally, with integrity and respect for the mission of Catholic education, and carry out other duties as assigned.