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Assistant Principal – St. Barnabas Catholic School
Are you looking to work in an environment that truly values educators and believes that supported leaders create thriving students and teachers? At St. Barnabas Catholic School, we are committed to fostering a positive, faith-filled culture where staff feel encouraged, respected, and empowered to do their best work each day.
Position Overview:
St. Barnabas Catholic School is seeking a dedicated and faith-driven Assistant Principal to join our school community. The ideal candidate will support the principal in leading a nurturing, structured, and engaging school environment that promotes academic excellence, faith formation, and the development of the whole child.
Key Responsibilities:
- Catholic Identity & Mission
- Support and actively promote the school's Catholic mission and philosophy in all aspects of school life
- Model Gospel values and foster a faith-filled environment rooted in Catholic teachings
- Assist in planning and participating in liturgies, prayer services, and sacramental life of the school
- Collaborate with parish leadership to strengthen school-parish relationships
- Instructional Leadership
- Assist the principal in supervising and evaluating faculty and staff
- Support implementation of curriculum aligned with diocesan and state standards
- Promote effective instructional practices, including differentiation and data-driven instruction
- Conduct classroom observations and provide constructive feedback to teachers
- Support professional development initiatives and PLC/cluster collaboration
- Student Life & Discipline
- Oversee student behavior and implement discipline policies in alignment with Catholic values
- Foster a positive, safe, and respectful school culture
- Address student concerns, conflicts, and behavioral issues with fairness and consistency
- Communicate with families regarding student behavior, progress, and well-being
- Support supervision during school hours, events, and activities
- Operations & School Management
- Assist with daily school operations including scheduling, arrival/dismissal, and supervision
- Help coordinate standardized testing (e.g., ILEARN, NWEA, IREAD)
- Support compliance with state, diocesan, and accreditation requirements
- Assist in managing school safety procedures and emergency preparedness
- Collaborate with office staff on attendance, records, and communication systems
- Special Programs & Student Support
- Support MTSS/RTI processes and collaborate with intervention teams
- Assist in coordination of special education services (e.g., ISP/CSEP) and related compliance
- Work with counselors, social workers, and support staff to address student needs
- Participate in case conferences and support inclusive practices
- Communication & Community Relations
- Serve as a liaison between administration, faculty, students, and families
- Assist in preparing school communications (newsletters, emails, reports)
- Promote strong partnerships between school and families grounded in shared mission
- Represent the school at events, meetings, and community functions
- Leadership & Administrative Support
- Support the principal in strategic planning and school improvement efforts
- Assist in faculty meetings, committees, and school initiatives
- Assume leadership responsibilities in the principal's absence
- Contribute to hiring, onboarding, and mentoring of new staff
Qualifications:
- Valid Indiana teaching license (administrative license preferred or ability to obtain)
- Commitment to Catholic education and values
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and staff
Location:
St. Barnabas Catholic School
8300 Rahke Road
Indianapolis, Indiana 46217
If you are passionate about Catholic education, committed to supporting teachers and students, and looking to be part of a school where leadership is collaborative and mission-driven, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and references.
If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Annette Jones at ajones@stbindy.org