St Sebastian STEM Academy (3K-5 School)

Siena Catholic Schools of Racine•Racine, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Principal is the instructional leader of St Sebastian STEM Academy (3K-5 School), responsible for focusing on leading and developing the instructional program to continuously improve student achievement. The Principal also creates a supportive, faith-filled school culture that deeply engages students, families, the parish, and the neighborhood community. As a contributing member of the Siena Catholic Schools full leadership team, the Principal advances the system’s mission and vision and reports to the Chief Academic Officer. The role leads the school’s Catholic identity and academic programming, including setting measurable learning goals, supporting and evaluating staff, using student and operational data, and participating in curriculum reviews and professional learning. The Principal manages the school budget and operations, supports student and staff safety, oversees required health and auxiliary program arrangements, and participates in recruitment, accreditation, and required reporting. The position also promotes shared leadership and maintains regular communication with staff, families, students, Siena leadership, parish partners, and community stakeholders. The work takes place primarily in an office and school environment, with some travel and limited exposure to outside elements. The position involves frequent contact with faculty, staff, students, families, and Siena leadership. Evening, weekend, and extended workday availability is required. The employee must meet the physical demands described in the posting, including frequent standing and walking and occasional lifting of up to 25–50 pounds.

Requirements

Must be a practicing Catholic.
Current Wisconsin Administrator Licensure as a School Principal (5051) or Director of Instruction (5010).
Master’s degree with an emphasis in Educational Leadership.
A minimum of 5–10 years of classroom teaching practice, with specifically defined teacher-leader or administrative leadership experience.
Respect for the heritage of Catholic education in Racine and motivation to work with Siena leaders and parishes to preserve and enhance the school’s legacy.
Highly effective communication skills, including the ability to introduce, champion, and support new concepts and build support for shared mission, vision, core values, and goals.
Experience and ability in collecting, analyzing, and using student-performance and school-operational data to inform instructional and operational decisions.
Commitment to building leadership capacity among staff and collaborating to create a relevant learning community supporting students’ and staff’s social, emotional, physical, and academic development.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and extended workdays.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to exercise good judgment and work amid constant changes, interruptions, and minimal supervision.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Ability to comply with the faculty/staff and parent/student handbooks and work positively and collaboratively with others.

Responsibilities

Model Catholic beliefs and teachings through words and actions and promote the school’s Catholic identity rooted in Gospel values.
Promote Siena Catholic Schools of Racine’s vision, mission, and core values in the daily life of the school.
Build collaborative relationships with pastors and religious leaders affiliated with the school and parish community.
Provide opportunities for students, staff, and the school community to participate in the sacramental life of the Church.
Ensure Theology curriculum and instructional practices conform to Archdiocesan and Siena standards.
Collaborate with staff and students to make the school’s Catholic identity visible through religious symbols, displays, and recognition of liturgical and Archdiocesan events.
Develop and sustain a school culture focused on academic excellence, faith-based initiatives, and yearly growth.
Set measurable school-wide student learning goals and lead improvements in instructional practices.
Collaborate with the Chief Academic Officer and Siena leadership team on strategic planning using Siena scorecards for Academics, Faith, and Culture.
Participate in curricular audits, with particular attention to Science, PLTW, Literacy, and Math, to support effective instruction and use of Siena curriculum.
Use the SCS Data Wall to report student achievement and instructional data to staff, the Chief Academic Officer, and the SCS Education Committee.
Set annual student-performance goals with classroom teachers and educational support staff.
Provide instructional support and regular feedback to faculty, and evaluate staff annually using SCS and Archdiocesan educator evaluation models.
Ensure student achievement discussions use data and that students and families understand current performance and growth targets.
Collaborate with Siena leadership to design and facilitate professional learning, and lead efforts to improve achievement as measured by internal, state, and national assessments.
Empower staff to participate in school improvement efforts.
Develop and manage the school budget in collaboration with the Chief Academic Officer and Chief Financial Officer, aligning resources with goals and student success.
Implement attendance and student conduct expectations in accordance with the school handbook.
Collaborate with the Director of Operations regarding school budgets and custodial support.
Oversee emergency plans for student and staff safety and general operations, including fire drills, crisis plans, and tornado response.
Oversee state-mandated health requirements and work with Siena and parish partners to provide oversight of auxiliary programs such as before/after care and athletics.
Work with Human Resources and the Chief Academic Officer to recruit, select, develop, and retain qualified and effective teachers and educational support staff.
Attend or delegate attendance at appropriate Archdiocesan and community meetings and events, including Archdiocesan Leadership Days.
Collaborate with the Chief Academic Officer and Siena leadership on accreditation.
Report as needed to Siena System Leadership, the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, the State of Wisconsin, the Federal Government, and other directed committees or governing bodies.
Attend SCS Academic Leadership Team meetings regularly.
Model shared leadership that values and supports faculty and staff initiative, creativity, mission fulfillment, and continuous improvement.
Maintain a Building Leadership Team with a regular meeting schedule.
Celebrate the achievements of individual team members and the school.
Maintain an open-door policy for teachers and staff and communicate effectively and promptly with Siena leadership, families, students, and staff.
Develop regular written communications for school families and weekly communications for faculty and staff.
Maintain a parent or family advisory group that provides regular opportunities for feedback on school topics.
Perform other duties assigned by the Chief Academic Officer.