EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
 
THE POSIITON
The chief administrative officer of St Joseph High School, a Catholic Lasallian high school, will accept the challenge of implementing the goals of the new strategic plan, solidify the financial stability, and increase enrollment.
Reports directly to the Board of Directors and is responsible for all school management functions and leading the management team, including Principal, Director of Finance, Director of Development, and Director of Admissions.
Serve as the “face of the school” to all constituent groups.
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND FUNCTIONS
Mission:  Responsible for promoting the Lasallian characteristics of the school to the administration, faculty, students, and staff. 
Strategic Development:  Work with the management team and Board of Directors
Development and Fundraising: Expertise in soliciting philanthropic gifts and expanding revenue sources who will actively participate in fundraising initiatives and activities.
Process Improvement:  Monitor and assess operations and identify opportunities to improve financial position and administrative processes.
Community Relations:  Provide leadership in educating and working with all constituent groups regarding the vision, objectives, and accomplishments of St. Joseph High School with an emphasis on increasing enrollment while maintaining a commitment to diversity and inclusiveness.
Financial Management:  Participate in financial planning and budgeting with the Director of Finance and Board Finance Committee.
Accreditation:  Ensure that St. Joseph High School maintains full accreditation under the guidelines and requirements of relevant organizations.
 
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience and Education:  Master’s degree in a related discipline and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Catholic or private secondary school. Demonstrated excellent administrative skills in finance, advancement, communications, along with working with a Board of Directors and successful fundraising is desired.
 
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND CHARACTERISTICS

• A practicing Roman Catholic who understands and embraces the Lasallian mission, spirituality, and pedagogy.
• Possess an entrepreneurial outlook with the ability to look for future opportunities and plan strategically.
• Passionate about helping others learn and grow.
• Collaborative style in working with staff, Board, donors, community, and others.
• Proven skills in community relations and in targeting and initiating relationships with those who can support the school and advance its goals.
• Effective spokesperson and consensus builder who can inspire confidence, lead, and capture the attention and maintain involvement of diverse groups and constituencies.
• An effective and engaging communicator with excellent written and verbal skills and the ability to interact with large, small, and one-on-one audiences.
• Proficiency in technology use for word processing, spreadsheets, presentation materials as well as social media.

 
COMPENSATION AND INTERESTED CANDIDATES
Starting July 1, 2021, this is a full-time, 12-month position with salary and benefits competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Interested applicants should submit to the St. Joseph High School Search Committee at [email protected] 1) a thoughtful and targeted cover letter expressing interest in this particular position, 2) a current resume, and, 3) a one-page statement of educational or leadership philosophy and practice.  Also, include a list of five professional references with name, relationship, phone number, and email address for each (references will not be contacted until a serious mutual interest is established and not without the candidate’s permission).

St. Joseph High School
c/o SJHS Search Committee
10900 West Cermak Road W
estchester, Illinois 60154
 
All inquiries will be confidential.  St. Joseph High School complies with applicable civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex.  With respect to religion, as permitted by law, the school reserves the right to employ persons who share the values and mission of the school.

 

PHYSICAL SCIENCE TEACHER
St. Joseph High School is seeking a Physical Science teacher. This full time position entails teaching primarily high school Physical Science. We offer three levels of instruction: remedial, grade level, and honors. Many of our students have special needs and great patience is required, along with the ability to coordinate with Special Education and Academic Support specialists. As a member of the faculty of a  Lasallian school, candidate will be required to serve on committees and assist with co-curricular actvities as required. Comfort with daily classroom prayer and regular worship is necessary. Extensive background checks required. Classroom management skills and ability to differentiate instruction are essential. Selected candidate will demonstrate understanding of and commitment to the mission, purpose, and unique climate of St. Joseph High School. Please submit letter of interest and resume to the Principal, Mr. David Hotek at

 

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
St. Joseph High School is looking to hire reliable, mature and skilled substitute teachers. A bachelor’s degree is required. To be considered for the position an interview with the administrative team will be conducted. Candidates will be required to participate in extensive background checks, child protection training, and fingerprinting. An ability to work with high school students from different backgrounds and with different abilities will need to be demonstrated. Initiation into our Catholic and Lasallian ministry will be provided. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and resume to Mrs. Pat Woss at .