The online application will direct applicants to upload the following documents: 1. Current resume 2. Copy of Oregon or out-of-state administrator license(s) 3. Transcripts showing Master’s degree and administrative license program - unofficial copies are acceptable; upon hire, official transcripts are required 4. A short essay on each of the following:
Philosophy of Education
Reasons for interest in a principal position in the Archdiocese of Portland
5. Letters of recommendation: from each of the four references listed on the application. (Each recommendation letter must be accompanied by a completed applicant waiver form). Letters are required from:
Pastor or Religious Superior [verifying status of applicant as a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church]
Immediate past employer
Two other professional references
Letters may be addressed to "Principal Search Committee" (If the recommender prefers, letters may be emailed directly to [email protected].)
PRINCIPAL QUALIFICATIONS
A practicing Roman Catholic in good standing with the Church.
A commitment to the development of a Christian spirit and a Catholic community of faith within a school.
A master’s degree, preferably in educational administration.
A minimum of five years of teaching experience in Catholic schools preferred. Such experience should be sufficiently broad to provide an understanding of the Pre-K–8 or 9–12 structure and the potential to function as an educational leader in an elementary or secondary school.
Hold an Oregon Administrator License or its equivalent from another state. [Candidates who do not hold an Oregon Administrator License or who cannot convert an out-of-state certificate to an Oregon Administrator License will be required to complete the requirements for certification and obtain an Oregon Administrator License within the first two years of employment.]
Successful completion of the Department of Catholic Schools leadership program or a similar leadership program in another Roman Catholic diocese. In the event that a person is hired who has not completed such a program, he or she must begin and complete the program during the first year[s] as principal.
Have leadership ability as evidenced by performance in educational assignments, i.e., have the capacity, enthusiasm, intelligence, and patience to inspire teachers, children, parents, clergy, and local school community leaders.
Have completed the Archdiocesan application process.