Superintendent of Catholic Schools- Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux

Position Summary

The Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux is seeking a faith-filled, visionary leader to serve as Superintendent of Catholic Schools. This full-time position provides strategic leadership and oversight for Catholic education across the diocese, ensuring alignment with the mission of forming missionary disciples of Jesus Christ.

The Superintendent promotes a strong Catholic identity, supports school leadership, and advances excellence in academics, operations, and long-term sustainability. This role serves as a key collaborator with pastors, principals, presidents, diocesan leadership, and community partners to strengthen and grow Catholic education.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for the Office of Catholic Schools and all diocesan schools
• Support and supervise principals, presidents, and collaborate with pastors in parochial schools
• Promote and strengthen Catholic identity across all schools
• Lead and implement diocesan strategic planning initiatives
• Serve as liaison to diocesan leadership, including finance and administration
• Ensure accountability, governance, and operational excellence
• Foster partnerships with diocesan offices and the Catholic Foundation of South Louisiana
• Support academic excellence, program development, and school advancement efforts
• Serve as an ex officio member of diocesan school advisory boards
• Lead public relations efforts to promote Catholic education
• Maintain ongoing professional growth and leadership development

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in Education with certification in Administration/Supervision or Educational Leadership
• Minimum of 10 years of successful experience in Catholic school teaching and/or administration
• Practicing Roman Catholic in good standing with the Church

Preferred

• Experience as a principal or senior‑level school leader
• Proven experience in strategic planning and program development
• Budget management and financial oversight experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Attributes

• Strong leadership rooted in Catholic mission and values
• Ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholders
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Experience with instructional standards and school improvement
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, virtual platforms, and digital communication
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Ability to complete Diocesan Safe Environment requirements

About the Diocese

The Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux serves South Louisiana across multiple civil parishes and includes:

• 9 Catholic elementary schools
• 2 Catholic high schools
• 1 PreK–12 Catholic school
• 38 parishes and 6 mission communities

Rooted in a rich Catholic and Cajun heritage, the Diocese is committed to forming missionary disciples and fostering vibrant school communities that support faith, academics, and service.

Work Schedule

• Full‑Time, 12‑month position
• Occasional evening and weekend commitments required

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Benefits eligible

The Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees by reason of race, color, religion*, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. *The Diocese, in its sole discretion, reserves the right to require “practicing Catholic” to be a qualification for a position.

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