St. Carlo Acutis Early Learning Center, Executive Director

Position Overview

The Executive Director is the chief executive responsible for the overall leadership, development, and operation of the St. Carlo Acutis Catholic Early Learning Center.

The Executive Director:

• Is appointed by and ultimately accountable to the Member(s) of the Corporation (Bishop)
• Reports to the Board of Directors
• Works in close collaboration with pastors and diocesan leadership

Catholic Identity and Mission

The Executive Director is the primary steward of the Catholic culture of the Early Learning Center.

• Ensure the full integration of Catholic identity across all aspects of the program
• Oversee implementation of faith formation rooted in Scripture, liturgy, and the life of the Church
• Recruit and form staff who serve as intentional witnesses to the faith
• Foster a culture of prayer, reverence, and spiritual formation in daily school life

Program Development & Academic Leadership

- Lead the design and implementation of the early learning model (ages 2–5 progression)

• Ensure strong outcomes in:
• Early literacy and language development
• Foundational mathematics
• Social-emotional and behavioral growth
• Oversee embedded early intervention supports and inclusive practices
• Ensure fidelity to the program’s academic and formation framework

Operational Leadership

Serve as the executive leader responsible for day-to-day operations

• Hiring, supervision, and evaluation of staff
• Licensing, compliance, and safety requirements
• Scheduling, staffing ratios, and program structure
• Maintain a school environment that is orderly, safe, and reflective of Catholic identity

Financial Management and Sustainability

- Develop and manage the annual operating budget

• Ensure financial viability consistent with the program’s tuition-driven, sustainable model
• Oversee enrollment growth, marketing, and retention
• Ensure responsible stewardship of resources and parish facilities

Strategic Growth & Expansion

- Develop a replicable model for expansion across additional parish sites

• Evaluate and plan new locations in collaboration with diocesan leadership
• Ensure consistency of quality and mission across all centers

Governance & Collaboration

- Implement Board-approved strategy and provide regular reporting

• Collaborate with:
• Board of Directors
• Bishop and diocesan leadership
• Pastors and parish communities

Community and Advancement

Serve as the chief ambassador of the program to families and donors

• Build strong relationships with parents, recognizing their primary role
• Support development and fundraising efforts as needed

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, leadership, or related field (required)
• Experience in school leadership, early childhood education, or organizational leadership
• Demonstrated experience in:
• Program development or school leadership
• Staff supervision and team leadership
• Budget and operational management
• Catholic education experience strongly preferred

Application Procedure

To apply, please submit the following materials in a single PDF attachment.

• Name the file attachment using the following template: LAST NAME, SCA Learning Center, ED
• Include:
• A cover letter that aligns your experiences and skills with the diocese’s current needs as you understand them.
• Your current resume with all appropriate dates included.
• A statement of Catholic educational leadership philosophy.
• A list of five references with names, physical addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses. (No references will be contacted without your knowledge and approval.)

Application deadline: July 1, 2026

Contact:

• Kyle Pietrantonio, Senior Partner
• [email protected]
• Partners in Mission
• (202) 390-0230
• partnersinmission.com/search-and-recruitment