Assistant Superintendent - Department of Catholic Schools

Diocese of Tucson•Tucson, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Superintendent works under the direction of the Superintendent of Schools to provide leadership support to Catholic schools in the areas of mission and Catholic identity, academic excellence, operational vitality, and governance and leadership. The role supports schools in maintaining their Catholic identity, academic excellence, viability, strong leadership, and WCEA accreditation status, and in evangelizing, catechizing, and educating youth in a Catholic school environment. The Assistant Superintendent is expected to serve as a minister of the Gospel and Catholic teaching through conduct at work and in personal life. The position supports school leaders and departmental initiatives, coordinates student assessment and support processes, provides professional development, assists with accreditation and compliance, and contributes to administrative and strategic work for the Department of Catholic Schools. The role requires travel and may require evening and weekend work as necessary.

Requirements

Working knowledge of and strong commitment to fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church; must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church.
Excellent written, verbal, public speaking, and presentation skills.
Excellent interpersonal and human relations skills; must be self-starting, organized, and a team player.
Ability to travel, work evenings and weekends as necessary, and maintain reliable transportation.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficiency with computer technology, including word processing, Excel, and related technology, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapting appropriately in a ministerial environment.
Ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check.
Professional bearing and a clean, neat personal appearance.
Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or a related field.
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience as a school principal.
Valid and current Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Ability to meet the position’s physical and activity requirements, including coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability, and lifting as required in a normal office and school environment; activities include walking, sitting, standing, stooping, reaching, talking, handling, hearing, carrying, and keyboarding.
Employees are expected to respect and conduct themselves in accordance with the values, teachings, and morals of the Roman Catholic Church and Arizona state law; employees must comply with the Diocese’s Zero Tolerance Policy regarding abuse of minors and boundary violations.

Nice To Haves

Arizona State Certification – Principal or Superintendent (preferred).
Experience as a principal in a Catholic school (preferred).
Level I Ministry Certification or better (preferred).

Responsibilities

Recognize and support the Catholic mission of schools through speech, actions, and instruction consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Abide by Catholic principles in professional and private life and demonstrate adherence to Catholic moral structures.
Model faith formation by developing and maintaining a student program that includes daily prayer, religion classes, Liturgy, and service.
Coordinate administration of annual standardized testing for elementary schools.
Oversee implementation and facilitation of the CARE process across 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 inform school goals and improve instruction.
Develop, maintain, and communicate a comprehensive calendar of professional development opportunities for school principals.
Assist with 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.
Communicate with Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and stay informed about federal programs to help ensure Catholic schools receive equitable funding and services.
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 concerning sensitive information.
Perform duties professionally, with integrity and respect for the mission of Catholic education.
Perform other duties as assigned.