Principal-St. Lucy Catholic School-Siena Catholic Schools of Racine, WI

School Overview:

Located in Racine, Wisconsin, St. Lucy Catholic School is one of seven Siena Catholic Schools of Racine, a system of Catholic schools formed by the Archdiocese of Milwaukee in 2017. While our schools have decades–and in some cases, over a century of history, the formation of the Siena system has enabled centralization and strengthening across curriculum, faith formation, operations, human resources, and advancement. St. Lucy Catholic School serves students in grades 3K through 8, offering a comprehensive educational program that integrates faith formation with strong academics. Students benefit from a well-rounded curriculum that includes core academic subjects, art, music, and physical education, and incorporates technology. Middle school students experience a model that supports deeper learning and preparation for high school. Grounded in a close partnership with St. Lucy Parish, the school fosters a welcoming, family-oriented environment where each child is known, supported, and challenged to grow. Rooted in the teachings of Christ and a commitment to academic excellence, St. Lucy forms students in mind, spirit, and character within a vibrant and supportive Catholic community.  Mission Statement St. Lucy uses Christ’s teachings and high standards of academic excellence to inspire our students' minds and spirits supported by our staff, families and Catholic Church.

Position Overview:

The principal is the instructional leader of their school site and must ensure that the primary focus of their time is spent on activities involved in leading and developing the instructional program of their school to continuously drive student achievement. The principal is also responsible for creating a supportive and faith-filled school culture in which students, families, and the broader parish and neighborhood community are deeply engaged. As a principal and contributing member of Siena Catholic Schools full leadership team, the principal reports to the Chief Academic Officer and is responsible for advancing the mission and vision of Siena Catholic Schools of Racine.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Mission and Catholic Identity: 

Serves as a lead role model of the beliefs and teachings of the Catholic Church in word and action; provides a living example of Catholic identity rooted in Gospel values to students, families, staff, and all who are associated with the school and school community. Promotes the vision, mission and core values of Siena Catholic Schools of Racine, incorporating it into the daily life of the school. Establishes a positive and collaborative relationship with all pastors and religious leaders affiliated with the school, parish/school community and any individual pastor supports. Leads and provides opportunities for the students, staff and school community to celebrate its faith through regular participation in the sacramental life of the Church. Leads to ensure that all Theology curriculum and instructional practices by staff and students conform to the Archdiocesan and Siena standards of excellence; in curriculum and school culture. Leads through collaboration with staff and students to give witness to the Catholic identity of the school with religious signs, symbols, and displays as well as through the celebration and/or recognition of Advent, Lent, Catholic Schools Week and other liturgical or Archdiocesan events. Creates and sustains a school culture that is focused on academic excellence and faith based initiatives that supports yearly growth.

Academic Programming: 

Articulates measurable school-wide student learning goals and leads the school to improve instructional practices in support of student success. Collaborates with the Chief Academic Officer and the full Siena Leadership team, participates in strategic planning utilizing Siena’s scorecards focused on Academics, Faith and Culture. Participates in regular curricular audits as designed or implemented by the Chief Academic Officer – with a heightened focus on Science, PLTW, Literacy and Math to ensure that teachers and supporting staff are utilizing effective instructional practices and Siena curriculum that promotes the highest levels of student achievement. Utilizes the SCS Data Wall regularly to report student achievement and instructional data to staff, the Chief Academic Officer, and SCS Education Committee. Sets specific and measurable student-based performance goals with all classroom teachers and educational support staff each year. Provides instructional support and regular feedback to all faculty in support of their stated goals. Utilizes the SCS & Archdiocesan Educator Evaluation models to annually evaluate all staff on their effectiveness. Ensures that data remains an essential part of all conversations related to student achievement, including an assurance that students (at all levels) and families maintain an awareness and understanding of current performance and growth targets. Collaborates with Siena Leadership on designing and facilitating professional learning. Serves as a transparent and visible leader who will focus and drive results toward increasing student achievement through various internal, State and National assessments to measure growth. Empowers staff to participate in leading school improvement efforts.

Professional & Personal Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

• Siena Catholic Schools Principals 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 experiences
• Respect for the unique heritage of Catholic education in Racine and a desire and motivation to work with Siena leaders and parishes to preserve the further enhance the legacy of the school
• Highly effective communication skills with a specific ability to introduce, champion, and support new concepts and build support and energy around collective mission, vision, core values, and goals
• Experiences and abilities in the collection, analysis, and utilization of student performance and school operational data in informing instructional and operational decisions
• Desire to build leadership capacity among all staff demonstrating a willingness to work in collaboration with staff to create a powerful and relevant learning community that supports the overall social, emotional, physical and academic development of students and staff
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and extended workdays
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to exercise good judgement and work in an environment with constant changes, interruptions and minimal supervision

 Application Procedure:

To apply, please submit the following materials in a single PDF attachment. Name the file attachment using the following template: LAST NAME, SCHOOL, TITLE

• Cover letter that aligns your experiences and skill sets with the current needs of the school as you understand them
• Current resume with all appropriate dates included
• Statement of Catholic educational leadership philosophy
• List of five references to include names, relationships, phone numbers, and email addresses (No references will be contacted without your knowledge and approval)

To apply

Please submit the following materials in a single PDF attachment. Name the file attachment using the following template: LAST NAME, SCHOOL, TITLE.  

• Cover letter that aligns your experiences and skills with the school's current needs as you understand them.

• Current resume with all appropriate dates included.

• Statement of Catholic educational leadership philosophy.

• List of five references with names, physical addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses. No references will be contacted without your knowledge and approval.

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