Full Time

Assistant Principal for Student Support: Saint Ignatius High School

Assistant Principal for Student Support:

Saint Ignatius High School

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About the Position: Saint Ignatius High School, a highly successful Catholic, Jesuit college preparatory school for boys in Cleveland, Ohio, is seeking an exceptional candidate to serve on the principal's team as Assistant Principal for Student Support beginning summer 2026.

As a Catholic School in the Jesuit tradition, Saint Ignatius has been educating "Men for Others" for over 140 years. Because of its dedication to cura personalis (care for the whole person), the school is known locally, as well as nationally, as a leader in educational excellence and Catholic faith formation. At graduation, students will be open to growth, intellectually competent, religious, loving, and committed to peace and justice.

The Assistant Principal for Student Support is responsible for providing comprehensive student support services for all students. The role seeks to assist all students to succeed in the classroom, accompany students and families with the emotional, psychological, and social adjustments to high school, offer support with navigating the college process, and provide a team approach to ensuring that all students grow and thrive at Saint Ignatius High School. The position requires a team and collaborative approach with teachers, counselors, administrators and other professional staff members to develop a culture of support for students and families.

Leadership & Administration

• Serves on the school's administrative leadership team.
• Participates on the Education Sub-Committee of the Board of Regents.
• Participates on the Admissions Committee and works closely with admissions and prospective families throughout the year.

Supervision & Resource Management

• Supervises the Walton Center, overseeing a team of intervention specialists, learning coaches, tutors, and other personnel, and manages the department's budget.
• Supervises the School Counseling and College Counseling departments.

Student Support & Intervention

• Acts as a connector for all students and families to support services.
• Augments and supports the efforts of guidance counselors when special circumstances arise.
• Collaborates with the school psychologist to prepare accommodation plans for students with identified needs.
• Develops plans for students in academic distress or with health challenges, along with the Assistant Principal for Academics.
• Works with Finance and the Director of the Walton Center to manage the Jon Peterson Scholarship program.

Program Development & Management

• Oversees the Advisory Program.
• Manages a summer transition program for incoming freshmen.
• Works in concert with the Vice President of Ignatian Community and Belonging to support students and oversee the Ignite Program for first-generation students.
• Partners with the Welsh Academy to support and prepare Welsh Scholars for their transition to the high school.

Qualifications:

• Previous administrative or leadership experience (department chair, assistant principal, director, etc.)
• A minimum of 7 years of successful experience related to counseling, school counseling or special education
• A degree in counseling, school counseling, or special education is preferred

Key Competencies

• Mission & Identity
  • Deep understanding of Catholic identity and Jesuit charism, with a genuine commitment to the school's mission of forming young men to know, love, and serve Jesus Christ.
  • Willingness to personally engage in ongoing professional and faith development.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills
  • Exceptional interpersonal, communication, listening, and presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to engage in challenging conversations and deliver appropriate critiques in a growth-oriented, affirming manner.
  • Excellent ability to interpret and distill diverse opinions, desires, and demands.
• Educational Expertise
  • Highly knowledgeable educator with expertise in educational practices to support all students.
  • Flexibility and willingness to embrace growth and change.
• Leadership & Collaboration
  • Proven ability to lead project teams and gain support or consensus across departments or groups.
  • Capacity to collaborate effectively with faculty and staff.
  • Demonstrated coaching and consulting skills.
• Organization & Judgment
  • Strong ability to organize work, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and consistently meet deadlines.
  • High degree of initiative, independent judgment, and a positive attitude.
• Administrative Competency
  • Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures.
  • Ability to work with and maintain confidential employee information.

Reports to: The Principal

Supervises: Walton Center personnel, School Counseling, College Counseling and School Therapist.

Salary range: $80,000-$110,000

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