Principal Position at St. Mary School - Fishkill

**St. Mary School Fishkill** *St. Mary School's mission is:* - to make Jesus known and loved through His Church. - to grow in wisdom and knowledge with a rigorous curriculum infused with Catholic values. - to become missionary disciples of the Gospels through service and charity for our neighbors and global community. *St. Mary School's Goal:* To promote an educational environment that provides students with rigorous academic curriculum that encourages them to behold, wonder, and contemplate- truth, goodness, and beauty while immersing them into the Catholic faith and building community. **Qualifications and Requirements** The Principal must be a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing. The Principal must have a Master's Degree and a minimum of five years of teaching experience. (NYS Teacher or School Building Leader certification is preferred.) The Principal has the immediate responsibility for implementing the mission of the school in its regular operations. This position supports the philosophy, principles and characteristics of Catholic education and assures quality service to students, faculty, staff, parents, outside organizations and the wider community. The Principal must be a collaborative decision maker working with the faculty, staff and parents in overseeing every aspect of this ministry. The candidate must have particular knowledge of academic and catechetical curriculum, as well as a solid understanding of best practices with educational technology and current teaching methodologies. The Principal must have the ability to relate well with children, parents, teachers, and the community at large, honor the rich traditions and culture of Catholic education and work collaboratively with the Pastor and Regional Superintendent to lead the school positively in its mission.