Director of Mission and Formation: Lake Catholic High School

Lake Catholic High School

Catholic Education - Mentor, Ohio

CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF CLEVELAND

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Director of Mission and Formation – Lake Catholic High School

6733 Reynolds Road Mentor Ohio 44060
(440) 578-1020

www.lakecatholic.org

The Catholic Diocese of Cleveland was founded on April 23, 1847. Under the leadership of the Most Reverend Edward G. Malesic, Bishop of Cleveland, it is the twenty-third largest Diocese in the United States. The Diocese encompasses the counties of Cuyahoga, Summit, Lorain, Lake, Geauga, Medina, Wayne, and Ashland. With more than 692,000 Catholics in the Diocese, the Catholic Charities- Diocese of Cleveland is one of the world's largest diocesan systems of social services. The Diocese includes 185 parishes, 110 Catholic schools, one pastoral center, and one mission office. The cathedral is the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, located in downtown Cleveland. Please go to our website, www.dioceseofcleveland.org, for more information about our Diocese's mission, persons, and ministries.

The Office of Catholic Education provides expertise, experience, and energy to lead and assist those who carry out the education ministries of the Diocese of Cleveland. In steadfast support of our over 40,000 students and their families, the Office works to ensure that each School can deliver strong, positive, vibrant Catholic education for continued growth in academic excellence and faith formation.

Lake Catholic High School, founded in 1970, is a coeducational comprehensive high school with a college preparatory emphasis. Lake Catholic is committed to educating young men and women of diverse means and ability throughout Northeast Ohio. With a population of some 500 students in grades nine through twelve and international students from a half dozen countries, Lake Catholic High School emphasizes spiritual growth in the Catholic faith as students learn, work, and serve.

Diocese of Cleveland High Schools

As one of five schools owned and operated by the Diocese of Cleveland, Lake Catholic functions under a President/Principal model of school administration. The Principal is the school's chief academic officer, supported by an Assistant Principal, Dean of Academics, and other staff, including guidance, athletics, and all faculty. The President serves as the chief of business operations, supported by the Director of Advancement, Chief Financial Officer, Director of Marketing, Director of Buildings & Grounds, and additional staff members responsible for marketing, communications, building maintenance, and advancement.

The Catholic Diocese of Cleveland and Lake Catholic High School are pleased to accept applications for the role of Director of Mission and Formation.

Position Overview

Reporting to the President, the primary responsibility of the Director of Mission and Formation is implementing the vision, mission, teachings, and traditions of the Catholic Church through collaborative faith formation experiences designed to assist the students in becoming disciples for Christ. The Director will evangelize, encourage, discover and “call forth” the Catholic ministerial talents of all those in the school community – students, staff, faculty, alumni, and families alike, to share in the responsibility of the Catholic formation of the students as a community of faith.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as lead administrator of Spiritual Life team and support the Theology department and as a senior member of the school staff to fully implement school mission and values for all parts of the school community.
• Be responsible for coordinating all spiritual/religious activities directed at the practice of the faith of the students, such as liturgies, retreats, Catholic Schools Week, and Catholic devotions by planning and scheduling an annual calendar of events to include liturgies, retreats, etc.
• In keeping with the Diocese of Cleveland’s rich tradition of service, oversee community service and outreach programs for students to put their faith into action as servant leaders.
• Create culture of Adult Formation for faculty, staff, families and alumni by incorporating all aspects of our Catholic faith into our community. Develop “Mission Formations Program” for new faculty/staff, implement activities that enhance faith formation of administration, faculty, staff, parents and alumni.
• Coordinate with Admissions, Advancement, and Marketing teams to help promote Lake Catholic’s mission and values to prospective and current families, alumni, and friends. Meet with local grade schools to support their faith formation.
• Represent Lake Catholic High School at community and diocesan meetings and events.
• Work with diocesan entities such as the vocation director, Seminary faculty and staff, Office of Catholic Education staff, Director of Youth Ministry and other relevant parties to enhance faith formation opportunities for the Lake Catholic Community
• Oversee the regular review of programs and policies.
• Develop and manage annual budget.
• Work with Director of Advancement to procure relevant grants and financial support
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church with a deep commitment to and alignment with Catholic teachings, traditions, mission, and values.
• Familiarity with best practices in Catholic formation and programming. Knowledge of Church documents that guide faith formation and Catholic ministry.
• Bachelor’s degree in religious studies, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Two to three years of experience in Catholic education or pastoral ministry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication knowledge and skills.
• Demonstrated success in meeting deadlines on multiple, concurrent projects.
• Reliable transportation for travel throughout Lake County and surrounding counties.
• Availability and ability to perform responsibilities during the day as well as nights and weekends as required.

Application Process

Candidates choosing to apply should submit a cover letter, resume, and completed Diocesan Employment Application.

Range

$65,000/Year — $80,000/Year

Employment Application PDF