Careers

POSITION TITLE: Principal 

RESPONSIBLE TO: Xavier HS Board of Education and President

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrates aptitude for successful fulfillment of assigned responsibilities 
• Supports and fosters Christian uniqueness of system
• Uses Gospel values as the basis for decision-making
• State of Iowa Certification
• Roman Catholic

FAITH LEADER

• Is accountable to the Archbishop through the Archdiocesan Board, Superintendent of Schools and Pastoral Coordinator in matters relating to the religious mission of the school.
• Is responsible for the development and implementation of programs and activities for the spiritual growth of staff and students in accord with the religious vision and mission of the school, working with the appointed spiritual directors.
• Plans with the Spiritual Director for the development of faith experiences for the students.
• Plans with the Spiritual Director for opportunities related to worship and prayer.

BOARD RELATIONSHIP

• Serves as Executive Officer of the Board.
• Assists in leading and carrying out long-range strategic planning.

PRESIDENT/PRINCIPAL RELATIONSHIP

• Works with the president to assist in developing long-range strategic planning.
• Works with the president to ensure long-range strategic planning initiatives are carried out with faculty and staff.
• Serves as a trusted teammate with the president on issues related to school affairs. Clear, continual, and oftentimes confidential communication is paramount.  

ADMINISTRATIVE RELATIONSHIP:

• Responsible for:
  • staff development/new teacher orientation/teacher meetings
  • curriculum planning and implementation
  • overseeing student responsibility and discipline
  • developing master school calendar
  • development of faculty and parent-student handbook
  • State, N.C.A. and Archdiocesan reports
  • all matters pertaining to graduation
• Responsible for the overall administration of the school overseeing the general operation of the school program and required reporting.  Leads and supervises the School Administrative Team.
• Meets regularly with the School Administrative Team/Staff to discuss and plan curriculum and faculty in-service.
• Communicates and interacts directly with the Office of Catholic Schools and parishes on school-related matters.

STAFF RELATIONSHIP

• Coordinates hiring and recommends candidates to the Board for employment.
• Is responsible for ongoing supervision and evaluation of certified and non-certified staff, maintaining proper records, files and documentation.
• Involves staff and communities in adequately assessing the educational needs of the school.

STUDENT RELATIONSHIP

• Works with the School Administrative Team/staff in coordinating program offerings and assessments.
• Implements curriculum and coordinates selection of materials according to Archdiocesan guidelines.
• Directs the staff in implementing a school program in accord with responsible educational practices, current trends, and Archdiocesan guidelines.
• Directs staff assignments/placement/master schedules.
• Supervises the ordering of curriculum materials.
• Assists in evaluation of instructional programming.
• Works with Administrative Staff, Media Specialist, and Department Heads to implement Technology Plan.

FINANCE RELATIONSHIP

• Works with Controller to prepare the annual budget in collaboration with the Finance Committee, and ultimately oversees its implementation.

PUBLIC RELATIONS RELATIONSHIP

• Maintains open communication with staff, students, parish staff, and Board of Education.
• Communicates with parents and provides parent/student interaction.
• Causes the total school program to be made known in the larger community.
• Works with local groups in school-related programs.
• Serves as liaison to the media, as necessary.
• Coordinates student recruitment.

PROFESSIONAL RELATIONSHIP

• Is committed to ongoing personal and professional growth.
• Participates in periodic evaluation conducted by the Office of Catholic Schools.
• Develops a professional growth plan flowing from the evaluation.
• Engages in periodic review of professional growth.
• Attends workshops and conferences.

Xavier High School, an outstanding Catholic school in Cedar Rapids, Iowa seeks a Science instructor the 2023-24 school year. Chemistry licensure preferred but all science licensure candidates invited to apply.

Xavier High School seeks teachers who will be committed to our mission and core values of being faithful, serving, passionate and Xceptional in order to inspire all students to be Saints in the world!

Candidates should submit the following documents through Teach Iowa to Ms. Angela Olson, Principal

• Online Application through Teach Iowa
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Credentials including college/university transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation  

Please contact Ms. Angela Olson with questions at angela.olson@xaviersaints.org

Click Here to Apply

Xavier High School, an outstanding Catholic school in Cedar Rapids, Iowa seeks a Spanish instructor the 2023-24 school year. This position has the option for full or part time.

Xavier High School seeks teachers who will be committed to our mission and core values of being faithful, serving, passionate and Xceptional in order to inspire all students to be Saints in the world!

Candidates should submit the following documents through Teach Iowa to Ms. Angela Olson, Principal

• Online Application through Teach Iowa
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Credentials including college/university transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation  

Please contact Ms. Angela Olson with questions at angela.olson@xaviersaints.org

Click Here to Apply

Xavier High School, an outstanding Catholic school in Cedar Rapids, Iowa seeks a Math instructor the 2023-24 school year. 

Xavier High School seeks teachers who will be committed to our mission and core values of being faithful, serving, passionate and Xceptional in order to inspire all students to be Saints in the world!

Candidates should submit the following documents through Teach Iowa to Ms. Angela Olson, Principal

• Online Application through Teach Iowa
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Credentials including college/university transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation  

Please contact Ms. Angela Olson with questions at angela.olson@xaviersaints.org

Click Here to Apply

Xavier High School, an outstanding Catholic school in Cedar Rapids, Iowa seeks a Campus Ministry Director for the 2023-24 academic year. This position has the option for full or part time.

The successful candidate a practicing Roman Catholic with a BA degree in religious studies or a related area and relates well with high school youth. A background in youth or campus ministry is preferred. Teaching license is not required.

The Director provides leadership towards a school culture focused on relationship with Christ based on the school's mission. The Director leads, plans and organizes faith-based school activities and engages with students to help form them in the Catholic faith.

Xavier High School seeks staff who will be committed to our mission and core values of being faithful, serving, passionate and Xceptional in order to inspire all students to be Saints in the world!

Candidates should submit the following documents through Teach Iowa to Ms. Angela Olson, Principal

• Online Application through Teach Iowa
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Credentials including college/university transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation  

Please contact Ms. Angela Olson with questions at angela.olson@xaviersaints.org

Click Here to Apply

Xavier High School is currently looking for a bus driver for after school and weekend activities.  Potential Drivers should have a valid Class B - CDL license with passenger and air brake endorsements. If interested, please contact Pam Barta at pam.barta@xaviersaints.org.

Xavier High School, an outstanding Catholic high school with a rich volleyball tradition, seeks a head varsity volleyball coach for the 2023-24 school year.

The Head Varsity Volleyball Coach is directly responsible for coaching the varsity team.  Additionally, the coach oversees the entire program, including junior varsity and freshmen teams.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Exceptional knowledge of the sport.
• An ability to effectively teach the skills and strategies of the sport.
• An ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, coaches, AD, and officials.
• An ability to develop a positive team culture and build positive relationships with players.
• A willingness and ability to foster Christian values.

Requirements

• Iowa Coaching Endorsement or Coaching Authorization
• Previous head coaching experience is preferred. 

Candidates should submit to TeachIowa or Matt Svare via email:

• letter of interest
• resume
• references
• copy of coaching authorization

Matt Svare, Activities Director
Xavier High School
matt.svare@xaviersaints.org

Questions may be directed to: matt.svare@xaviersaints.org

Click Here to Apply

Xavier High School, an outstanding Catholic high school with a rich golf tradition, seeks a head varsity golf coach for the 2023-24 school year.

The Head Varsity Golf Coach is directly responsible for coaching the varsity team.  Additionally, the coach oversees the entire program, including junior varsity and freshmen teams.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Exceptional knowledge of the sport.
• An ability to effectively teach the skills and strategies of the sport.
• An ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, coaches, AD, and officials.
• An ability to develop a positive team culture and build positive relationships with players.
• A willingness and ability to foster Christian values.

Requirements

• Iowa Coaching Endorsement or Coaching Authorization
• Previous head coaching experience is preferred. 

Candidates should submit to TeachIowa or Matt Svare:

• letter of interest
• resume
• references
• copy of coaching authorization

Matt Svare, Activities Director
Xavier High School
6300 42nd St. NE
Cedar Rapids, IA  52411
 

Questions may be directed to: matt.svare@xaviersaints.org

Click Here to Apply

Xavier High School, an outstanding Catholic high school, seeks a head varsity girls wrestling coach for the 2023-24 school year.

The Head Varsity Girls Wrestling Coach is directly responsible for coaching the varsity teamand junior varsity team.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Exceptional knowledge of the sport.
• An ability to effectively teach the skills and strategies of the sport.
• An ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, coaches, AD, and officials.
• An ability to develop a positive team culture and build positive relationships with players.
• A willingness and ability to foster Christian values.

Requirements

• Iowa Coaching Endorsement or Coaching Authorization
• Previous head coaching experience is preferred. 

Candidates should submit to TeachIowa or Matt Svare:

• letter of interest
• resume
• references
• copy of coaching authorization

Matt Svare, Activities Director
Xavier High School
6300 42nd St. NE
Cedar Rapids, IA  52411

Questions may be directed to: matt.svare@xaviersaints.org

Click Here to Apply