Assistant Superintendent of Catholic High Schools

Assistant Superintendent of Catholic High Schools

Location: Bloomfield, Connecticut | Full-time, 12-month | Exempt

Reports to: Superintendent of Catholic Schools

The Archdiocese of Hartford seeks an experienced, mission-driven educational leader to serve as Assistant Superintendent of Catholic High Schools. This senior leadership position provides executive oversight and strategic direction for the Archdiocese’s three Catholic high schools and plays a pivotal role in advancing excellence, sustainability, and Catholic identity across secondary education.

Serving as a key advisor to the Superintendent of Catholic Schools, the Assistant Superintendent carries delegated authority to lead system-wide strategy, coordination, and thoughtful standardized frameworks and best practices across the three high schools, while honoring the unique mission, charism, and governance structure of each high school.

Key areas of responsibility include strategic planning and operational sustainability; enrollment management and academic program development; strengthening mission fidelity and Catholic identity; leadership development and organizational effectiveness; accreditation oversight; and collaboration with school leaders, governing boards, and Archdiocesan partners.

This role regularly collaborates with principals, presidents, and executive leaders, supports high-level decision-making, and participates in governing boards and —when requested—corporate board meetings to provide system-level insight and strategic guidance.

Qualified candidates will bring a strong background in Catholic education, demonstrated success in leadership roles, and experience managing complex initiatives across multiple stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, forward-thinking leader who can balance innovation with mission-centered stewardship.

Minimum qualifications include a master’s degree in education or a related field, significant leadership experience in Catholic or independent education (including principal-level experience), practicing Roman Catholic in good standing, and a demonstrated commitment to the mission of Catholic education.

Why Join Us?

The Archdiocese of Hartford offers a unique opportunity to lead at a system level within a dynamic, mission-driven Catholic school community committed to excellence and continuous improvement.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to influence the future of Catholic secondary education across multiple schools, partner with dedicated educators and boards, and help shape a unified vision that strengthens academic quality, operational sustainability, and Catholic identity.

This position provides meaningful executive leadership experience, broad strategic scope, and the ability to make a lasting impact on students, families, and faith communities throughout the Archdiocese.

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