The Board of Trustees for Juan Diego Academy is seeking applicants for the position of principal beginning the 2023-2024 academic year. Juan Diego Academy is a regional Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory high school of approximately 70 students, located in Mission, Texas. The school, founded in 2010 operates as an independent school under the Diocese of Brownsville. The school offers an AP curriculum, a variety of sports, and extra-curricular programs/clubs. The vision of Juan Diego Academy is a Christ-centered Catholic learning community forming young men and women to answer the call to lead and be active participants in their church and community.

Juan Diego Academy seeks a visionary principal to sustain a tradition of continuous improvement within an effective learning environment for students. A principal, who has high expectations, fosters teamwork and parental involvement. The principal is a person who must be resourceful, is able to multi-task, is present and involved, and is dedicated to the spiritual and educational formation of the students. The candidate must demonstrate a working knowledge of high school, strong administrative and communication skills, and a commitment to collaborating with staff, parents and faculty.

Position Requirements:

• Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with a commitment to ongoing                   formation in catechetical and spiritual leadership.
• Master’s Degree and 18 credit hours in educational administration and supervision courses or a valid state administrator’s’ certificate.
• Conflict-solving skills
• Able to work effectively with technology
• Personnel Management and Hiring Skills
• Bilingual skills (highly desired but not required)

Essay:

Leadership in Catholic schools is similar to a vocation. Please provide an essay response that describes your philosophy of Catholic education and what special qualities you possess that can be brought to this important ministry.

Application Process:

Applicant must email or send a letter of interest along with a resume, essay and official transcripts by April 10, 2023 to:

Beatriz Gonzalez, Chairman, JDA Board of Trustees

Jdaboard12@gmail.com

About Juan Diego Academy

Juan Diego Academy is a regional Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory high school of approximately 100 students, located in Mission, Texas. The school was founded in 2010, and operates as an independent school under the Diocese of Brownsville. The school offers an AP curriculum, a variety of sports, and extra-curricular programs/clubs.

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