ABOUT MARYKNOLL SCHOOL Maryknoll School is a Catholic educational ministry of Sacred Heart Church in the Diocese of Honolulu. For nearly a century, Maryknoll has been dedicated to forming young men and women who know Jesus Christ, pursue academic excellence, embrace lives of service, and become leaders who positively transform the world.

Inspired by the Gospel and the rich tradition of Catholic education, Maryknoll School is committed to educating the whole person—spiritually, intellectually, morally, socially, and physically. The school provides a learning environment where faith and reason work together, where every student is encouraged to discover his or her God-given gifts, and where academic excellence is rooted in the dignity of every human person.

As a ministry of Sacred Heart Church, Maryknoll School shares in the Church's mission of evangelization. The parish and school are not separate institutions but one Catholic community united in the mission of proclaiming the Gospel, forming disciples, strengthening families, and serving others. Collaboration between the parish and school is fundamental to fulfilling this mission and reflects the Church's understanding that Catholic education is an essential ministry of the parish.

LEADERSHIP PHILOSOPHY Maryknoll School seeks a President /Head of School who embraces servant leadership rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The President /Head of School recognizes that the school's greatest strength is found in its people and that the mission of Catholic education is accomplished through collaboration, mutual respect, shared responsibility, and faithful stewardship.

The President /Head of School cultivates a culture that values teamwork over silos, dialogue over isolation, and partnership over individual achievement.



Working closely with the Pastor, Principal, Administrative Leadership Team, faculty, staff, School Board, parents, alumni, benefactors, parishioners, and the Diocese of Honolulu, the President brings people together in pursuit of one common mission.

Leadership at Maryknoll is team-oriented, mission-driven, and grounded in prayer. The President models integrity, humility, accountability, transparency, and joy while fostering an environment where every member of the community is empowered to contribute to the flourishing of the school and the Church.

POSITION SUMMARY The President/Head of School serves as the chief executive officer of Maryknoll School and is entrusted with leading the educational ministry of the Church through the mission of Maryknoll School.

Under the authority of the Pastor, the President provides visionary leadership for all aspects of the school's mission, including Catholic identity, strategic planning, institutional advancement, enrollment, financial stewardship, personnel leadership, operational excellence, and long-term sustainability.

Working in close partnership with the Principal, the President ensures that Maryknoll School remains a premier Catholic educational institution committed to academic excellence while faithfully carrying out the evangelizing mission of Sacred Heart Church.





REPORTING RELATIONSHIP The President /Head of School reports directly to the Pastor of Sacred Heart Church, who exercises canonical authority and final responsibility for Maryknoll School in accordance with Canon Law and the policies of the Diocese of Honolulu.

The School Board serves in an advisory capacity to the Pastor and the President /Head of School by providing strategic counsel, expertise, and recommendations in support of the mission and long-term success of Maryknoll School.

The Principal serves as the chief academic officer of the school and reports directly to the President. The President supports, supervises, and evaluates the Principal while ensuring the school achieves excellence in academics, student formation, and educational outcomes.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Catholic Mission and Identity The President serves as the chief steward of Maryknoll School's Catholic mission.

Responsibilities include:

Advancing the mission of Catholic education in partnership with the Pastor.

Ensuring that Catholic identity permeates every aspect of school life.

Supporting the spiritual formation of students, faculty, staff, and families.

Promoting prayer, sacramental life, service, and missionary discipleship.

Serving as a visible witness to the teachings and values of the Catholic Church.

Ensuring institutional decisions remain faithful to Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition, and the teachings of the Catholic Church.

The President provides visionary and strategic leadership for the overall direction and future of the institution. Responsibilities include:

Articulating and advancing a compelling vision for the future of Maryknoll School, rooted in its Catholic mission.

📌 PRESIDENT/HEAD OF SCHOOL (Quebec)
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