Preschool Director Application

Preschool Director Application
THE DIOCESE OF COLORADO SPRINGS

228 North Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903
BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR PRESCHOOL DIRECTORS
IN THE DIOCESE OF COLORADO SPRINGS

The Office of the Unified Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Colorado Springs shall provide assistance to parishes in the identification, selection, and training of qualified Preschool Directors so as to ensure the highest standard of performance in this position.

A Preschool Director hired for a Diocesan Catholic school shall:
1. Be a practicing member in good standing with the Roman Catholic Church OR be a person of strong faith, actively engaged in a faith community.
2. Meet Colorado State requirements for licensing and certification for Preschool Director.
3. Meet Colorado Department of Human Service Early Childhood Director/Teacher Qualifications.
4. Have an Early Childhood Education degree or Elementary Education, Special Education, Family and Child Development, or Child Psychology degree or be capable of meeting program administrator requirements for early childhood programs as defined by NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) if the school maintains a NAEYC accreditation.
5. Have knowledge of and ability to apply school administrative and management skills.
6. Have a strong commitment to the importance of Catholic school ministry in the Church.
7. Have competent computer skills.
In addition, the Preschool Director is expected to adhere to the minimum requirements for religious education certification.

Preschool Directors in the Diocese of Colorado Springs are expected to have, or complete the requirements for a Colorado Administrator License within the Department of Human Services specified timeline.

All Preschool Director applicants must be screened by the Office of Catholic Schools and approved prior to local interviews.

In employment practices, the Diocese of Colorado Springs Catholic school system does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, unfavorable military discharge, marital status, or physical handicap when these are unrelated to the ability to perform the duties of the position. This policy is interpreted consistently with the religious mission and teaching of the Catholic Church.
PRESCHOOL DIRECTOR APPLICATION PROCESS

The procedure for application and screening of persons seeking a Preschool Director positions in the Diocese of Colorado Springs is:
1. Approval of Candidate for Preschool Director and Interview with Superintendent
  - The Unified Catholic Schools Office screens each candidate and arranges an initial interview for approved candidates with the Superintendent of Catholic Education.
2. Interview with School Pastor and Interview Team
  - The Superintendent selects and recommends candidates for interviews with the Pastor and Interview Team.
3. Appointment of Preschool Director
  - The appointment of an approved religious candidate to a particular school is contingent upon the approval of the Pastor, the appointment policies of the candidate's religious community, and the approval of the Superintendent of Catholic Education.
  - The appointment of an approved lay candidate to a particular school is contingent upon the approval of the Pastor and the final approval of the Superintendent of Catholic Education.
4. Contract
  - A contract is offered to the candidate, signed by the Superintendent of Catholic Education.
APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT: PRINCIPAL

In order that your application may be properly evaluated, it is essential that all of the following questions be answered carefully and completely.
1. Photocopies of teaching and administrative certification from Colorado or other states
2. Official Sealed College Transcripts
3. Resume’
4. Three Letters of Recommendation related to administrative/teaching skills
5. Letter of Recommendation from your parish pastor or from superior of your religious community (for Religious Candidates)

PROFESSIONAL INFORMATION
1
State
Type of Qualification
Date Issued
Certificate Number
Date of Expiration
2
State
Type of Qualification
Date Issued
Certificate Number
Date of Expiration
3
State
Type of Qualification
Date Issued
Certificate Number
Date of Expiration
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State
Type of Qualification
Date Issued
Certificate Number
Date of Expiration
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Date (month and year) you received your Bachelor's Degree
Major
Minor
Name and location of College/University
List all credit hours received beyond the bachelor's degree. Specify whether quarter (Q) or semester (S) hours.
e.g. 2015-2016, Washburn University. Topeka, Ks, Education, 3 credits (S)
Date (month and year) you received your Master's Degree
Major
Minor
Name and location of College/University
Do you hold a Doctorate?
Date (month and year) you received your Doctorate
Name and location of College/University
I allow the Office of Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Colorado Springs to share my transcripts with schools within this Diocese to which I may be applying.
(enter name)
PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION

List specific dates and courses taken in the following areas:
School Administration:
Date:
Supervision and Staff Development:
Date:
Curriculum Development Evaluation:
Date:
Instructional Theory and Strategies:
Date:
Theology:
Date:
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Name of Organization:
Position Held:
List of Publications (Books, Magazine Articles, etc.):
Position Held:
Other experience of personal significance (Travel, International Meetings, etc.):

U.S. MILITARY RECORD
Service Branch
Final Rank
Entered Date

MonthDayYear
Date
Discharged Date

MonthDayYear
Date
What were your duties?
What special training did you receive?
List any additional special skills, technical or professional knowledge which you may have:
REFERENCES

Give three or more references, including superintendents and principals under whom you have taught. These persons should have first-hand knowledge of your character, personality, scholarship, and teaching ability.
Please list each reference's name, title, email address, and telephone number.

LEADERSHIP SELF-ANALYSIS

Please submit a written response to the following questions:
1. Describe your basic "philosophy" of leadership. What are the beliefs that guide your actions as a leader?
2. Write a summary statement in which you rate yourself as a leader (or potential leader). How do you gain insight into the needs of your followers, inspire others to see your vision, persuade people to work together to achieve the common goal?
3. Write a personal essay on the topic of leadership and include:
  - What is an effective Catholic school principal?
  - What is the role of the mission and identity of the Catholic school?
  - What makes me an effective, or potentially effective, Catholic school principal?
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APPLICANT'S DECLARATION
AUTHORIZATION AND RELEASE

My answers on this application and on any resume’ I provide are complete and true. I understand that the submission of any false or incomplete information in connection with my application, whether on this or other documents or in interviews, will be cause for the rejection of my application or the termination of my employment at any time. I authorize the Diocese of Colorado Springs and its agents to verify any information related to my application or resume. I also authorize and direct individuals, schools, employers, and law enforcement or government officials to freely provide any information concerning my background, and hereby release any and all of them from any liability for doing so.
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The Diocese of Colorado Springs shall comply with appropriate federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in employment on the
grounds of race, color, national origin, protected age category, gender, marital status, military status or physical or mental disability of any individual who is otherwise qualified.
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