Associate Superintendent (or Director) of Early Childhood and Exceptional Learni
Arch No, New Orleans, LA, United States
Overview
The Associate Superintendent (or Director) of Early Childhood and Exceptional Learning is a key leader within the Department of Catholic Education and Faith Formation, responsible for advancing excellence in early childhood education and in supporting schools and specialized programs in meeting the needs of all learners across the Archdiocese of New Orleans. This role ensures that all learners are supported with dignity, excellence, and fidelity to the mission of Catholic education.
Responsibilities
Lead the development and implementation of a system-wide vision for early childhood and student support services aligned to the mission of Catholic education
Ensure alignment with Archdiocesan standards, state regulations, and best practices
Design and steward frameworks (e.g., MTSS) that promote coherence and excellence across schools
Serve as a member of the academic team and provide consultation and professional development to leaders, teachers and counselors
Support alignment of programs and practices with accreditation standards and National Standards and Benchmarks for Effective Catholic Schools (NSBECS)
Lead development of and provide support to inclusive and specialized programs for students with exceptional learning needs
Ensure compliance with legal regulations and archdiocesan policies
Collaborate with parish and ministry leaders/offices to support inclusion and alignment
Qualifications
Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church
Master's degree required; Doctorate preferred
5-10 years of experience in education with leadership in early childhood and/or special education
Experience working with students with disabilities
Strong knowledge of IDEA, ADA, and inclusive education practices
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Work Environment Based at the Archdiocese of New Orleans Administrative Office with regular travel to schools. Evening, weekend and overnight commitments required.
To Apply Submit a cover letter, résumé, and three references to: Ingrid R. Fields, 7887 Walmsley Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70125 OR ifields@arch-no.org.
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Responsibilities
Lead the development and implementation of a system-wide vision for early childhood and student support services aligned to the mission of Catholic education
Ensure alignment with Archdiocesan standards, state regulations, and best practices
Design and steward frameworks (e.g., MTSS) that promote coherence and excellence across schools
Serve as a member of the academic team and provide consultation and professional development to leaders, teachers and counselors
Support alignment of programs and practices with accreditation standards and National Standards and Benchmarks for Effective Catholic Schools (NSBECS)
Lead development of and provide support to inclusive and specialized programs for students with exceptional learning needs
Ensure compliance with legal regulations and archdiocesan policies
Collaborate with parish and ministry leaders/offices to support inclusion and alignment
Qualifications
Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church
Master's degree required; Doctorate preferred
5-10 years of experience in education with leadership in early childhood and/or special education
Experience working with students with disabilities
Strong knowledge of IDEA, ADA, and inclusive education practices
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Work Environment Based at the Archdiocese of New Orleans Administrative Office with regular travel to schools. Evening, weekend and overnight commitments required.
To Apply Submit a cover letter, résumé, and three references to: Ingrid R. Fields, 7887 Walmsley Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70125 OR ifields@arch-no.org.
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