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Assistant Superintendent of Catholic Schools The Diocese of Grand Rapids Office of Catholic Schools is seeking a full-time Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction to supervise the instructional programs, curriculums and assessments for the Diocese of Grand Rapids Catholic Schools, along with the management of instructional resources and other designated general administration duties. The Diocese of Grand Rapids serves approximately 191,000 Catholics, 79 parishes and 31 schools in an 11-county area of West Michigan. Our schools serve over 6,400 students in grades PK-12. The Assistant Superintendent will lead the review, update, implementation, coordination and evaluation of diocesan curriculum, as well as the coordination of professional development programs. The position will work closely and maintain liaison with constituent districts and local, state and federal educational agencies, providing necessary information for the proper development of plans and programs relative to curriculum, instruction, technology integration, accreditation and Title programs. Other responsibilities include coordinating the selection of instructional materials, programs and other instructional electronic media in the diocese in cooperation with building principals and faculty, working with principals in the development and coordination of school academic support programs, and coordinating accreditation training, reporting, site visits and compliance among diocesan schools. The qualified candidate will have a degree from an accredited college/university with emphasis in curriculum development or administration, with a master’s degree in educational leadership or curriculum and instruction preferred. The qualified candidate must be a practicing Catholic with knowledge of the Catholic Church, including in-depth familiarity with its structures, functions and institutions, and understand and value the Catholic schools’ evangelizing mission. The preferred candidate will have successful administrative or teacher leader experience in a Catholic school environment and secondary and elementary certification or experience. Teacher and/or administrative certification and continuing education are required. The qualified candidate must have a broad knowledge of the principles and practices of school administration and current educational trends in curriculum and instruction. Very strong interactive skills to handle effectively crises and adversity, a “team player” attitude, supervisory skills, and excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills are needed. The qualified candidate must be able to handle confidential and sensitive matters with discretion. Please complete and send application, cover letter, resume, three professional references and salary requirements to: dogrhr@grdiocese.org Job Features Job Category: Diocese Apply For This Job DO NOT USE the 'attach resume' feature below. To apply for this position, please reference the ‘TO APPLY' information contained in the job description above. #J-18808-Ljbffr Diocese of Grand Rapids

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