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Overview
WCRIS is a non-profit, nonpartisan, 501(c)(3) private school membership association. For 50 years, WCRIS has represented Catholic, Christian, independent, Lutheran and Seventh Day Adventist schools across the state. Today, the association represents 600 vibrant K-12 private schools enrolling over 100,000 children statewide.

WCRIS is seeking its next Executive Director who will be responsible for the oversight of all daily operations and implementation of the association’s strategic initiatives. This position reports directly to the WCRIS Board of Directors, made up of private K-12 school superintendents, principals and directors.

Responsibilities
Administration:
  • Manage personnel (currently three full-time employees).
  • Create and monitor an annual budget.
  • Complete monthly and annual financial tasks. 
  • Facilitate quarterly board meetings.
  • Maintain office and technology needs.

Public Policy:

  • Develop legislative priorities and strategic initiatives to benefit members, in conjunction with the board.
  • Lobby elected officials.
  • Inform members of legislative happenings.
  • Conduct regular meetings with the Wis. Department of Public Instruction (DPI).
  • Educate members on DPI rules, initiatives, procedures and processes impacting private schools.
  • Serve as WCRIS’ primary contact for elected officials, state agencies and other association affiliates. 
  • Represent WCRIS as the Wisconsin chapter of the Council for American Private Education (CAPE).

Communications:

  • Oversee all external and internal communications and corporate sponsorships.
  • Respond to media and member inquiries.
  • Provide member services.
  • Supervise production of marketing materials and website content.
  • Communicate with the board of directors and executive committee.
  • Present important information at member jurisdiction functions. 

Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have significant experience in government relations and nonprofit management; demonstrated success in a leadership position with oversight of financial and operational matters; strong public speaking and communications skills; and experience with issues involving K-12 education and Wisconsin’s parental choice programs. Familiarity with religious and independent schools and their missions is required. The compensation for this full-time position, which includes a competitive benefits package, is consistent with experience and education. 

How to Apply
Interested applicants should send their cover letter, resume and three references to Thomas Reichenbacher, WCRIS Board Secretary at: board@wcris.org or via the United States Postal Service at the address listed above. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

Date posted: March 15, 2024
Overview
Green Bay Area Catholic Education, Inc. (GRACE) is seeking a Principal for our St. John the Baptist Catholic School in Howard (Greater Green Bay area) for the 2024-25 school year.

The Principal is the educational and administrative leader of the school. The Principal provides the Catholic instructional leadership necessary for the school to fulfill its mission and to grow as a faith and learning community through partnership with the pastor and parish.

Essential Functions
A. Catholic Identity
  • Models the personal and professional lifestyle of a believing, practicing Catholic.
  • Understands, represents, commits to and implements the unique Catholic mission and values of the school and GRACE.
  • Ensures the Catholic dimension of the school is developed and promoted among students, faculty, parents and community.

B. General Administration
  • Reports directly and is accountable to the GRACE President.
  • Is accountable to the GRACE Board of Trustees.
  • Recruits, recommends for employment, supervises and evaluates those personnel assigned to the individual campus in consultation with the GRACE President. Ensures compliance with the Protecting Our Children program with all staff and volunteers.
  • Ensures program quality by implementing GRACE goals and policies, including accreditation.
  • Manages the school by supervising personnel, overseeing budget, keeping records, conducting short and long range planning, scheduling activities and performing other related duties to manage the school.
  • Works with the sponsoring parish to coordinate maintenance to ensure that the site is a safe and clean environment in which to learn and work.
  • Seeks to resolve stressful situations to strengthen the school and school community.
  • Promotes the growth of the school community through personal contacts, public appearances, and engaging their staff in community outreach.
  • Works with the SAC (Site Advisory Council) to implement marketing and fundraising programs to grow enrollment and meet annual fundraising goals.

C. Instructional
  • Integrates Catholic faith principles and culture into every aspect of the school.
  • Establishes and implements curriculum, subject to GRACE and diocesan goals.
  • Evaluates the results of testing programs and provides input to GRACE on the impact to affected school programs.
  • Provides ongoing monitoring of school programs.
  • Creates a school improvement plan in conjunction with community stakeholders.
  • Implements, monitors and reports on the school improvement plan.
  • Collaborates with GRACE and others to develop short and long term goals with specific evaluation procedures.

D. Students
  • Promotes quality education and access for children to achieve academic potential and growth in the Catholic faith.
  • Administers on-going assessment of the religious, academic, social, physical and emotional growth of students.
  • Communicates results of assessments to parents/guardians.
  • Applies discipline procedures consistent with the school’s Code of Conduct.
  • Seeks and utilizes resources to meet student needs.

E. Leadership
  • Serves as leader and/or resource to school organizations, diocesan committees and community groups.
  • Creates open and active communications between the school and the school community, utilizing all available tools.
  • Schedules school calendars with local events as much as possible.
  • Promotes the school and Catholic education in the community through marketing and development.
  • Supports the GRACE leadership team and the GRACE Board of Trustees.

F. Professional Development
  • Ensures professional development of staff by working with other GRACE principals, president, and diocesan staff to plan and implement regular and on-going staff development programs.
  • Participates in diocesan educational, religious and administrative in-services and other applicable conferences.
  • Participates in academic courses, workshops and professional organizations (i.e., DASA, NCEA).
  • Stays current in educational and administrative best practices.

Qualifications and Education Requirements
The Principal must be a practicing Catholic, with a master’s degree including coursework in school administration. The Principal must be certified by the State of Wisconsin or be certified within three years of the date of hire.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, sit, and frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk. The employee will use the hands to feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally exert or lift up to 20 pounds. Successful performance requires specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates may apply by email to Brenda Daming, GRACE HR Director at bdaming@gracesystem.org. Please include a cover letter describing your interest and fit for this role in Catholic education as well as your resume and three letters of recommendation.

Posted: March 21, 2024
Overview
Green Bay Catholic Education, Inc. (GRACE) is looking for a Headmaster for St. John Paul II Classical School and Chesterton Academy in Green Bay, WI. This amazing school is looking for the right leader to help embrace a faith-filled culture, foster growth in academics and faith and continue our pattern of annual enrollment growth! The start date for this position is July 1, 2024.

The Headmaster is the spiritual, educational and administrative leader of the school. The Headmaster provides the Catholic Classical instructional leadership necessary for the school to fulfill its mission and to grow as a faith and learning community.

Essential Functions
A. Catholic Identity
  • Models the personal and professional lifestyle of a believing, practicing Catholic.
  • Understands, represents, commits to and implements the unique Catholic mission and values of the school and GRACE.
  • Ensures the Catholic dimension of the school is developed and promoted among students, faculty, parents and community.
  • Ability to lead and inspire others to follow a Catholic Classical approach to learning.

B. General Administration
  • Reports directly and is accountable to the GRACE President.
  • Is accountable to the GRACE Board of Trustees.
  • Recruits, recommends for employment, supervises and evaluates those personnel assigned to the individual campus in consultation with the GRACE HR. Ensures compliance with the Protecting Our Children program with all staff and volunteers.
  • Ensures program quality by implementing GRACE goals and policies, including accreditation, aligned with a classical approach.
  • Manages the school by supervising personnel, overseeing budget, keeping records, doing short and long range planning, scheduling activities and performing other related duties.
  • Works with the sponsoring parish to coordinate maintenance to ensure that the site is a safe and clean environment in which to learn and work.
  • Seeks to resolve stressful situations to strengthen the community.
  • Promotes the growth of the school community through personal contacts, public appearances, and engaging their staff in community outreach.
  • Works with the SAC (Site Advisory Council) to implement marketing and fundraising programs to grow enrollment and meet annual fundraising goals.

C. Instructional
  • Integrates Catholic faith principles and culture into every aspect of the school.
  • Establishes and implements curriculum, subject to GRACE and diocesan goals.
  • Evaluates the results of testing programs and provides input to GRACE on the impact to affected school programs.
  • Provides ongoing monitoring of school programs.
  • Creates a school improvement plan in conjunction with community stakeholders.
  • Implements, monitors and reports on the school improvement plan.
  • Collaborates with GRACE and others to develop short and long term goals with specific evaluation procedures.

D. Students
  • Promotes quality education and access for children to achieve academic potential and growth in the Catholic faith.
  • Administers on-going assessment of the religious, academic, social, physical and emotional growth of students.
  • Communicates results of assessments to parents/guardians.
  • Applies discipline procedures consistent with the school’s Code of Conduct.
  • Seeks and utilizes resources to meet student needs.

E. Leadership
  • Serves as leader and/or resource to school organizations, diocesan committees and community groups.
  • Creates open and active communications between the school and the school community, utilizing all available tools.
  • Schedules school calendars with local events as much as possible.
  • Promotes the school and Catholic education in the community through marketing and development.
  • Supports the GRACE leadership team and the GRACE Board of Trustees.

F. Professional Development
  • Ensures professional development of staff by working with other GRACE principals, president, and diocesan staff to plan and implement regular and on-going staff development programs.
  • Participates in diocesan educational, religious and administrative in-services and other applicable conferences.
  • Participates in academic courses, workshops and professional organizations (i.e., DASA, NCEA).
  • Stays current in educational and administrative best practices.

Qualifications and Education Requirements
The Headmaster must be a practicing Catholic with a master’s degree including coursework in school administration. It is recommended that the Headmaster be certified by the State of Wisconsin, be certified within three years of the date of hire or hold a Catholic Liberal Arts or Classical degree. The Headmaster must have a thorough understanding of a Classical education.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, sit, and frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk. The employee will use the hands to feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally exert or lift up to 40 pounds. Successful performance requires specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply by emailing a cover letter, resume and three letters of recommendation to Brenda Daming, GRACE HR Director at bdaming@gracesystem.org.

Posted: March 1, 2024
Available Positions
  • Fourth grade classroom teacher (full-time)
  • Fifth grade classroom teacher (full-time)
  • Middle school ELA teacher (part-time)
  • K-8 music teacher (part-time)

School Information
  • Ozaukee Christian School is a non-denominational school serving 125 students in grades K3-8 since 1990.
  • Located in West Bend, Wis., a small town (population 30,000), 40 miles north of Milwaukee.
  • Accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
  • Learn more at: www.ozaukeechristian.org.

How to Apply
  • Email your cover letter and resume to Mrs. Kris Austin, Head of School at kaustin@ozaukeechristian.org.
  • A job description and application will be provided at that time.

Posted: Feb. 23, 2024
Overview
Coulee Christian school is seeking an experienced administrator to be its Head of School. First and foremost, this person will have a genuine relationship with Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior and a deep love for students at each stage of their education. The successful candidate will have demonstrated successful administrative leadership, operational leadership, and instructional leadership. The Head of School reports directly to the Board of Directors and is responsible to lead the day-to-day operations of the school.

Click here for the Opportunity Profile.

Application Materials
On the last page of the profile, you will notice the documents we are requesting for full consideration. They are included below:

  • Current resume;
  • A 2-3 minute video introducing yourself and speaking about your passion for Christian education;
  • Responses to the following essay questions (totaling four pages or fewer):

1. Describe your spiritual journey of faith in Jesus Christ. Indicate how God is using you in your work, in your church, and in your community. How has your relationship with Jesus Christ shaped your career and influenced your decision to apply for this position?

2. Describe your experience with Christian education, both personally and professionally. How would you define the marks of educational excellence in a Christian school?

3. Describe your leadership style. If you have taken any leadership inventories (Gallup Strengths, SDI, VIA 24, etc.), feel free to share those results.

  • Provide the names and contact information (telephone numbers and email addresses) for four references who know you and your career well enough to comment on your suitability for the Head of School at Coulee Christian. (References will be contacted only after we have requested and received your permission to do so.
Please submit your application materials to Dr. Tim Van Soelen at tim.vansoelen@cace.org with the subject line, “Coulee Christian School – Head of School.”

If you have any questions about the school or the application process, please contact Tim Van Soelen (tim.vansoelen@cace.org) or (712) 441-4958.

Posted: Feb. 22, 2024
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