Leadership Assistant

Job Summary

Reports To: Principal
 Position Type: Part-time

Position Summary:
St. Cecilia School, a vibrant Catholic community in St. Louis dedicated to academic excellence and faith formation, seeks a Leadership Assistant to support the principal in advancing the school’s mission. The Leadership Assistant is a collaborative leader who provides support in designated instructional, spiritual, and operational areas, acting as an extension of the principal’s leadership. The Leadership Assistant contributes to building a positive, Christ-centered school culture and remains flexible in focusing on the school’s evolving priorities.

Job Responsibilities

1. Mission and Catholic Identity

• Support the Principal in upholding and advancing the Catholic identity and mission of St. Cecilia School.

• Collaborate in integrating Catholic social teaching and Gospel values into curricular and co-curricular programs.

2. Governance and Leadership

• Serve as an instructional leader in partnership with the Principal and instructional coaches to promote curriculum development, effective teaching practices, and data-informed assessment strategies.

• Foster a professional culture grounded in collaboration, high expectations, and continuous improvement.

• Assist in the supervision and performance evaluation of faculty and staff as delegated by the Principal.

• Maintain a visible leadership presence, engaging with students, staff, and families throughout the school day.

• Represent the Principal at internal and external meetings, events, or committees as needed.

3. Academic Excellence

• Lead selected academic initiatives such as data analysis, curriculum coordination, or teacher professional development.

• Support faculty in implementing instructional practices that promote academic success for all students.

• Work collaboratively with the Principal to monitor student achievement and support appropriate academic interventions.

4. Operational Vitality

• Assist in various operational tasks including student discipline, scheduling, safety protocols, communication with families, and coordination of school events.

• Contribute to enrollment and marketing initiatives by building and maintaining positive relationships with current and prospective families.

• Support student life programming, co-curricular activities, and external partnerships in alignment with school priorities.

Job Requirements

●     A practicing Catholic committed to the mission of Catholic education.

●     Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Administration, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field (or actively pursuing).

●     Minimum 5 years of teaching or school leadership experience, preferably in Catholic education.

●     Strong knowledge of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional development practices.

●     Effective communication, organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

●     Knowledge of the Spanish language is strongly preferred to support the school’s bilingual and multicultural community.