Principal

Job Description

Our Lady of Hope Catholic Academy, a coeducational, Catholic academy for 466 students in grades Nursery through Eighth, is seeking a Principal to begin summer 2024. Located in Middle Village, NY, Our Lady of Hope Catholic Academy is accredited by Cognia and has been a vibrant and active learning community since 1963.

Our Lady of Hope Catholic Academy is well-esteemed as an outstanding educational institution, evidenced by impressive test scores and student achievement. Strongly supported by parishioners and community members, the school has been a cornerstone of the community since its founding in 1963. Families are proud to share their multi-generational experiences as students and alumni of this successful and highly-regarded school.

Pursuant to its mission, Our Lady of Hope Catholic Academy provides a Catholic education that fosters the spiritual and academic development of each child by instilling a morally centered foundation. The responsibility for academic and spiritual growth is a shared endeavor among students, parents, faculty, and administration. With Jesus as their model, the faculty and staff strive to teach with compassion, respect, and a loving heart.

Our Lady of Hope Catholic Academy endorses the call of the Catholic Bishops of the United States to express its educational ministry through the objectives of personal spirituality, social justice, and a strong academic program in accordance with the Curriculum Guide for Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Brooklyn.

To learn more about this distinguished community, visit the school's website at www.olhca.org.

The ideal candidate will embody a unique blend of leadership, educational expertise, spiritual commitment, and a profound dedication to Catholic values and the well-being of all students. Candidates should possess effective communication, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills. They should be knowledgeable about curriculum development, instructional strategies, and assessment methods to ensure the school's continued success. Candidates must be practicing Catholics in good standing, committed to upholding and promoting Catholic values, teachings, and traditions. They should foster an environment where faith is integrated into every aspect of school life, working closely with the Pastor to foster a nurturing and inclusive spiritual environment that encourages and supports academic excellence.

While our detailed search prospectus is prepared, interested candidates can begin exploring this exciting executive leadership opportunity immediately by contacting Shana Rossi at srossi@partnersinmission.com. All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be treated with the highest degree of confidentiality and the greatest respect.
Applicants are required to be a faith-filled practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church. An advanced degree in education or related field is required. Salary and benefits are competitive with the local Catholic school market and commensurate with experience.

Application Procedure
To apply, please submit the following four documents, confidentially and as separate PDF attachments, to Shana Rossi, srossi@partnersinmission.com.

-Letter of Interest that aligns your experiences and skill sets with the school's current needs as you understand them.
-Statement of Catholic educational leadership philosophy.
-Current resume with all appropriate dates included.
-List of five references with names, relationships, phone numbers, and email addresses. References will not be contacted without your knowledge and approval.
-Please include "Our Lady of Hope Catholic Academy" in the subject field.

CONTACT
Shana Rossi, Partner
srossi@partnersinmission.com
Partners in Mission School Leadership Search Solutions, LLC
(302) 250-2119
www.partnersinmissionslss.com

About the Employer

Partners in Mission School Leadership Search Solutions is the retained search division of Partners in Mission, the nation's leading full-service consulting firm focused exclusively on developing excellence in Catholic school advancement and leadership. As partners among ourselves and with our clients' missions, we value, understand, and embrace the importance of Catholic education in our personal and professional lives - and remain committed to ensuring its strength and vitality for years to come. Engaged by religious and school communities, boards and dioceses, our team of dedicated search consultants have identified and secured mission-driven professionals to serve in a myriad of diverse Catholic school and diocesan leadership positions from Massachusetts to Hawaii.