Principal

Holy Rosary Catholic School

The school Principal respects Catholic values and aids faculty and students in Christian formation

by exemplifying Catholic living, both in and out of the school. The Principal is the chief academic

officer of the school and is responsible for the spiritual and academic formation of the students

and the everyday operations of the school. The Principal works closely with the faculty, staff,

and parents to achieve a climate and educational program that fosters high expectations of the

individual as well as Catholic growth and formation within the school community. The Principal

is appointed by the Pastor with recommendation of the Superintendent of Catholic Schools, and

representatives of the Consultative School Board. The Principal reports directly to the Pastor.

• The Principal is responsible for the spiritual and academic formation of the students and the everyday

operations of the school.

• The Principal supervises the academic and religious programs of the school.

• The Principal respects Catholic values and aids faculty and students in Christian formation by

exemplifying Catholic living, both in and out of the school.

• The Principal ensures that gospel values and Christian ethics are integrated into the curriculum,

policies, and school life.

• The Principal works closely with the faculty, staff, and parents to achieve a climate and educational

program that foster high expectations of the individual as well as Catholic growth and formation within

the school community.

• The Principal provides positive, inspirational leadership with the ability to foster growth and a

willingness for continued learning and leadership development.

• The Principal actively recruits qualified professionals who embrace the teachings of the Catholic

Church.

• The Principal articulates the school’s mission and vision, engaging the school community to ensure a

school culture that embodies both.

• The Principal collaborates with the bookkeeper, finance chairperson, and diocesan finance office in

preparation of annual budget.

The candidate must be in full communion with the Church and meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Masters’ degree or above

• Teaching Certificate

•  Must be able to successfully complete Safe Environment training

• A minimum of five years of successful teaching experience and three years of administrative experience

• Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church who demonstrates commitment to and appreciation for the

school’s Catholic education, mission, and values

• Demonstrated leadership abilities to recruit and retain highly qualified teachers and to encourage their professional and

spiritual growth

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

For consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume, and completed application. 

Applications are now being accepted until May 10, 2024, or until the position is filled.

The Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against

applicants or employees by reason of race, color, religion*, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran

status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

*The Diocese, in its sole discretion, reserves the right to require “practicing Catholic” to be a

qualification for a position.

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