Job Title: Assistant Principal
Reports To: Principal
Location: Espiritu Santo Catholic School, Safety Harbor , Florida
Employment Type: Full-time, 12-month position
Start Date: August 1, 2025

Mission Statement:

Espiritu Santo Catholic School models the teachings of the Roman Catholic faith, provides and excellent, academic, Christ-centered education in a safe environment that inspires all to love and serve as Jesus did.

Job Summary

The Assistant Principal supports the mission and vision of the school by managing key operational and student-facing areas, including school marketing, social media, parent and community communication, student scheduling, and discipline. This leadership role requires an experienced, collaborative, tech-savvy, and mission-driven professional who can effectively engage with students, staff, and families while promoting the school’s identity and maintaining a safe, respectful, and organized learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Marketing & Communications

• Develop and implement a marketing strategy to enhance enrollment and community engagement.
• Maintain and grow the school’s online presence across social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube).
• Create and manage content for newsletters, websites, digital signage, and parent communications.
• Collaborate with the Principal and admissions director to support open houses, tours, and promotional events.
• Serve as liaison to the Home and School Association and assist in organizing school events and outreach.

Scheduling

• Create and manage master student schedules in collaboration with faculty and academic leadership.
• Coordinate special schedules for testing, lunch and recess duties, and enrichment programs.

Student Discipline & Behavior Management

• Oversee day-to-day student discipline, ensuring a safe and respectful school environment aligned with school policies and Catholic values.
• Develop and enforce student behavior plans and restorative practices.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and teachers regarding behavioral expectations and disciplinary actions.
• Maintain discipline records and report trends to the Principal as needed.

School Leadership & Support

• Collaborate with the Principal and leadership team to implement school-wide initiatives and policies.
• Serve as administrative support during arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, and school events.
• Assist with emergency planning, supervision, and safety drills.
• Represent the school at community or diocesan meetings as needed.

Qualifications:

• Practicing Catholic with a deep commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education.
• Master’s degree in education, educational leadership, administration, or related field.
• State certification in administration or leadership
• At least 3–5 years of effective elementary and/or middle school leadership experience
• Expertise with digital communications, social media management, and marketing tools.
• Proven ability to manage student behavior constructively and compassionately.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with student information systems and scheduling software including FACTS, Constant Contact, Finalsite.
• Experience with Adobe Suite, or similar marketing design platforms.
• Commitment to Catholic education.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail and deadlines.

Application requirements:

• Completed Diocese of St Petersburg application
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Three professional references

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Eligible for medical benefits, 401K, and pension.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a Level II Background Screening.