Headmaster/Headmistress
@ Providence Academy
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Bachelor's Degree
Mid Level (2-5 years)
Competitive
Providence Academy, an independent, Pre-K through Grade 12, private, Catholic, classical academy located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, is looking for a dynamic individual who will be entrusted with the responsibility to uphold and advance the academy’s Catholic, classical education, mission and vision. This position will be responsible for overall administration of the upper and lower schools including, but not limited to:
- Manage, hire, and develop exceptional faculty and staff
- Oversee and assist with the implementation of instructional strategies and curriculum unique to a classical academy;
- Oversee the financial needs of the academy;
- Effectively communicate with the school’s Board of Directors, upper and lower school deans, faculty, parents, donors and vendors;
- Cultivate and foster student life;
- Administer school policies;
- Manage the school’s physical campus;
- Promote the school within the community;
- Facilitate growth and management of new families; and
- Work closely with the Board of Directors to identify goals and fulfill its strategic plans, including fundraising objectives.
- Teaching for a minimum of five years and/or administrative experience deemed suitable by the Board of Directors for at least three years;
- Possess strong leadership skills (with knowledge of classical education or a great books curriculum development a plus);
- Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of school administration;
- Ability to establish and maintain working relationships;
- A strong work ethic and ability to work independently to solve problems; and
- Effective oral and written communication skills.