Communication Skills, Community Support, Data Analysis, Educational Administration, Emergency Procedures, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Mentoring, Onboarding, Operations, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Program Evaluation, School Attendance, School Buildings, School Management, Student Conduct, Team Player, Testing, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum
Job Description:
Position Title: Assistant Principal
School: St. Bridget School (Cheshire) Pre K3 - Grade 8 School
Start Date: July 1st, 2026
Position Overview:
St. Bridget School seeks a dedicated and mission-driven Assistant Principal to support the Principal in fostering a positive, academically rigorous, and faith-centered learning environment. The Assistant Principal plays a key leadership role in instructional oversight, student development, faculty support, and school community engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
Instructional Leadership & Academic Oversight
- Support the implementation of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices aligned with the Archdiocese of Hartford's mission, standards and goals.
- Review and analyze student performance data to inform instructional decisions and improve outcomes.
- Collaborate with teachers to enhance classroom practices through observations, feedback, and professional development.
- Assist in coordinating standardized testing and evaluating academic programs.
Student Life & Discipline
- Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive school climate rooted in Catholic values.
- Oversee student discipline processes, ensuring consistency and fairness.
- Support student activities, clubs, and leadership opportunities.
Faculty Support & Supervision
- Assist in recruiting, onboarding, mentoring, and evaluating faculty and staff.
- Facilitate training sessions and professional growth initiatives.
- Foster a positive, collaborative and supportive work environment.
School Operations
- Help manage daily school operations, including scheduling, attendance, and emergency procedures.
- Ensure compliance with school policies, accreditation standards, and applicable regulations.
Community Engagement & Events
- Actively participate in and attend school events, rotating with the school principal, including some evenings and weekends, such as athletic games, performances, fundraisers, and school/parish gatherings.
- Build strong relationships with faculty, staff, students, families, parish members, and the broader school community.
- Support communication efforts, including phone calls, parent meetings, and outreach.
Faith Leadership
- Uphold and promote the Catholic mission and identity of St. Bridget School.
- Participate in liturgies, prayer services, and religious activities.
- Model faith-based leadership in all interactions.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Educational Leadership, Administration, or a related field.
- Practicing Catholic committed to the mission of Catholic education
- Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience; prior leadership experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of curriculum development, assessment, and data-driven instruction.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and positive communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and lead with integrity and professionalism.
Work Schedule & Expectations:
- 12-month position
- Availability to attend school events beyond regular hours, including some nights and weekends.
- Active daily presence throughout the school building and at extracurricular activities.
- Reports directly to the Principal and Pastor
- Works collaboratively with faculty, staff, parish leadership, and school families.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to Principal Angelita Kingston at akingston@stbridgetschool.org