Assistant Principal for Academic Affairs

Assistant Principal for Academic Affairs 
Saint Hubert High School for Girls  
7320 Torresdale Avenue 
Philadelphia, Pa.  19136 

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Office of Catholic Education, seeks a dynamic, innovative, 
results-driven leader for Assistant Principal for Academic Affairs at Saint Hubert High 
School for Girls. The position awaits the energetic, visionary leader who demonstrates a 
strong commitment to Catholic education, exceptional leadership skills and positive experience 
leading a high performing school. 
As the Assistant Principal for Academic Affairs, you will foster a faith-based, student-centered and 
rigorously outcomes-driven culture. You will lead and supervise a talented and dedicated team of 
teachers in educating students to be people of God and people for others, prepared for college, 
career, and beyond. A successful leader at Saint Hubert High School for Girls stands in solidarity 
with students and families from all backgrounds and roots their decision making in the principles of 
Catholic social teaching. A successful leader at Saint Hubert is mission-driven, believes in the 
potential of all students from all backgrounds, is empathetic to the challenges of families coming 
from a wide range of socioeconomic situations, understands and does not place limits on the 
aspirations of students and their families. 

Responsibilities: 
Instructional Leadership 
? Collaborate with the Principal and the academic departments to review and revise the 
school’s vision of instruction as needed, set annual school academic goals, plan aligned 
professional development throughout the school year, monitor progress and adjust 
course as necessary. 
? Observe, evaluate, give feedback and coach teachers on effective instructional 
practices. A successful APAA will strive to spend 80% of the school day on instructional 
leadership consisting of observation, feedback, walkthroughs and planning and 
execution of professional development. 
? Utilize performance data to drive decision making. 
? Collaborate with the Principal and the academic departments on the selection, 
development and implementation of standards-based curriculum. 

Academic Operations 
? The creation of the annual program of studies in consultation with the Principal and 
academic departments, administration of course selection, design of the master roster 
and assignment of teacher and student rosters; serve as the Advanced Placement 
coordinator and manage all dual enrollment courses. 
? Daily assignment and coverage of substitute periods. 
? Standardized testing: schedule and administer annual PSAT and benchmark testing; 
assist with SAT administration as needed two times per year; assist with entrance exam 
administration as needed. 
? Timely production and quality control of progress reports, report cards, and transcripts; 
coordinate parent teacher conferences and Back to School Night. 
? Manage the staff of the Office of Academic Affairs and oversee the customer service of 
external requests for academic materials such as alumni transcripts and diplomas. 
School Leadership and Culture 
? Serve as a member of the school leadership team; celebrate successes, be receptive to 
and offer critical feedback, and work outside of your immediate responsibilities as 
assigned to support the work of the team to advance the school. 
? Commit to celebrating the academic successes of students and teachers throughout the 
school year. 
? Advocate for the success of all students by recommending appropriate support and 
enrichment programs; foster existing and seek innovative solutions and partnerships to 
expand support and enrichment opportunities. 
? Participate in the hiring process of all Faculty positions and onboard all new hires 
? Lead monthly meetings of the Academic Board and serve on the Academic Committee 
of the Board of Limited Jurisdiction.  
? Serve as a primary liaison with Title 1, ACT 89, and resource room instructors and their 
supervisors, onboard all new academic hires. 
? Participate in the admissions process such as 9th grade and transfer applicant reviews 
and interviews and deliver presentations to prospective students and families at 
admissions events. 
? Consistently respond to all members of the school community within 24-hours. 
Candidates for leadership positions within the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Secondary 
Schools will find great opportunity for learning and growth within the recently redesigned 
management and operational structure of the organization. School leaders ready to 
transform Catholic education in the Philadelphia region are welcome to apply. 

Qualifications: 
? Master’s degree from an accredited college/university with a concentration in 
educational administration. 
? Pennsylvania Principal Certification, preferred. 
? Administrative or supervisory experience are desired where applicable. 
? REQUIRED: Applicants MUST be practicing Catholics as verified by the pastor of 
the catholic parish in which they are registered. 

The Assistant Principal of Academic Affairs is a 12-month position. 
Candidates interested in the position of Assistant Principal of Academic Affairs should send 
their cover letter, salary requirements, resume, and transcripts to Mr. James Molnar, Human 
Resources Director at jmolnar@archphila.org. 

Please note APAA-HU-2026 in subject line. 
Our application window will remain open for the next several weeks. 
Interviews will be given to the most qualified applicants. 
PA required clearances, Safe Environment Clearances 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.