Assistant Principal for Student Services

West Catholic Preparatory High School

4501 Chestnut Street

Philadelphia, PA 19139

Overview of High School

Founded in 1916, West Catholic Preparatory High School has enjoyed a rich history of preparing young people to be competitive in the college setting and the career world. The challenging academic curriculum, competitive athletics program and engaging activities complement each other to foster courage, character, and leadership.

West Catholic Preparatory High School Mission Statement

West Catholic Preparatory High School is a Catholic community of academic excellence in an urban environment that is open to an interdenominational population. The school’s rigorous spiritual, academic, technological, and co-curricular programs develop our ethnically and religiously diverse student body into young men and women of strong moral and ethical character. West Catholic prepares each student to face the challenges of everyday life in an ever- changing global society.

Job Overview:

The Assistant Principal for Student Services is directly responsible to the Principal and assists in the daily

implementation of the school's discipline code and the operation of its guidance and health services and

those counseling services provided by government or private agencies.

Leadership

• Cooperate with the Principal in integrating the Catholic faith and culture into the school’s entire program.
• Promote a school culture rooted in Gospel values and mutual respect.
• Work in a collaborative capacity with members of the administration team.
• Serve as an ex officio member on school boards and committees (if designated)
• Participate in the evaluation of all teachers.
• Provide leadership and oversight for the Guidance Department.
• Monitor the Culture Walkthrough data and trends; report findings to the administrative team during leadership meetings.
• Proactively monitor behavior and attendance data to identify trends and lead early intervention planning.

School Climate and Culture

• Uphold and enforce the school’s Code of Conduct and behavioral expectations.
• Work with faculty and students to provide an atmosphere conducive to learning.
• Collaborate with faculty to develop and model effective classroom management techniques.
• Establish and maintain open communication with parents, students, and faculty regarding conduct, attendance, and lateness.
• Act as a liaison between students and faculty on discipline matters.
• Supervise student conduct throughout the school day and at all school-related events.
  • supervise student behavior in cafeteria and auditorium
• Create, maintain, and monitor student behavioral contracts.
• Process and approve all student infractions.
• Process suspensions and facilitate reinstatement meetings.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver Conduct Class to promote responsibility, reflection, and growth.

Safety Management

• Plan, practice, and supervise school-wide emergency drills, including evacuations and lockdowns.
• Coordinate daily transportation schedules for students.
• Monitor the movement of students throughout the building.
• Maintain accurate records for attendance, lateness, and conduct.
• Receive and log student visitor pass requests.

Managerial Supervision

• Attendance Officer
  • Process early dismissal requests from parents.
  • Daily, weekly, monthly, annual attendance reports
• Director of Guidance
  • Direct, encourage, and support the guidance counselors in fulfilling their roles.
  • Coordinate with government and private agencies providing counseling services.
  • Facilitate Grade Level Tier 3 and 4 Meetings
• Nurse
  • Oversee and supervise the Health Office, including decisions to send students home.
• Cafeteria Monitor
  • Oversee the Cafeteria Monitor ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the cafeteria during lunch periods

Assume additional responsibilities as delegated by the principal.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Education or Education related field.
• Two years of successful teaching or coaching experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work productively and positively with staff, parents, and community.
• Strong motivational skills.
• Ability to promote an environment which, fosters high expectations for students, staff, and self.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders including students, parents, faculty, and administration.
• Successful participation in staff and curriculum development activities.

Requirement: Applicants to be practicing Catholics as verified by the pastor of the parish in which they are registered.

Candidates interested in the position of Assistant Principal for Student Services should send their cover letter, resume, salary requirements and transcripts to Ms. Christine Jenkinson, Office of Catholic Education, cjenkinson@archphila.org.

Please note APSS WC 2025 in the subject line.

The deadline for application is July 2, 2025.

Interviews will be granted to the most qualified applicants.

PA required clearances and Safe Environment Certification and official transcripts will be required before employment can begin.

As a religious organization, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is also bound by Canon Law and Catholic teachings. For this reason, there may be occasions when an employee’s failure to adhere to the truths of the Catholic faith are a factor in employment-related decisions. In the event an employee fails to adhere to, or takes a position publicly that is contrary to, Catholic doctrine and teachings, or any policy or procedure maintained by the Archdiocese, the employee may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Employment practices will not be influenced by an individual’s legally protected status or any other basis as may be required by local, state and/or federal law as those laws apply to the Archdiocese.

Any employee with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace is encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of Human Resources. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.