Superintendent of Catholic Schools- Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux
National Catholic Educational Association, Houma, LA, United States
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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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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