FacultyHandbook2016-17

Harassment: Complaints Involving Employees

● If any employee believes that he or she is being harassed in violation of the policy or if
any employee believes that harassment is occurring, the matter shall immediately be
reported to the principal. The matter will be investigated in an appropriate, effective,
impartial and confidential manner by the principal or a designee. The complainant may
be requested to submit a written statement to the principal describing the harassment.

● Any employee who is found to have violated the harassment policy will be subject to
disciplinary action up to and including discharge.

● Resurrection College Prep prohibits any form of retaliation against employees for bringing
bona fide complaints or providing information about harassment. However, if
investigation of a complaint shows that the complaint or information was false, the
individual will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including discharge.

● Should the complainant or the alleged harasser be dissatisfied with the outcome of the
investigation, a written appeal may be made to the Appeal Board.

The Appeal Board consists of:
● the president
● the V​ ice President of Finance, HR and Support Services
● the principal
● a department chairperson
● a teacher-at-large
● an employee of Resurrection College Prep designated by the complainant

HEALTH CONCERNS AND TEACHER PLACEMENT

If a teacher presents with a serious health concern, the principal, after consideration of
evaluations and recommendations from health professionals, shall determine the appropriate
action to be taken with respect to the individual teacher’s continued employment at Resurrection
College Prep. Recommendations shall be considered but are not controlling. The factors to be
considered include, but are not limited to the following:

● The risk of transmission of the disease.
● The health risk of the school community.
● Reasonable accommodations which can be made without undue hardship to reduce the

health risk to students and to others.

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Appeal
If the person disagrees with the decision, he/she shall be offered the opportunity to submit an
appeal to the Executive Committee of the Corporate Board of Resurrection College Prep in
writing within ten days of his/her notification of the decision. Pending a decision by the
Executive Committee of the Corporate Board, the decision of the principal shall remain in effect.

Subsequent Evaluations
A review committee shall be established to periodically re-evaluate any concerns to determine
whether the individual’s employment continues to be appropriate. The frequency of the
re-evaluations shall be determined by the review committee, but in no event shall the individual
be re-evaluated less frequently than once per year.

Confidentiality

The review committee and the principal shall respect the right to privacy. The principal may
confidentially, as necessary, disclose the identity of the individual with a chronic infectious
disease to persons whose working relationship with this person may place them at risk.

In addition, the principal may inform other persons as may be necessary of the presence of an
infected staff member without revealing the individual’s identity.

INFECTIOUS DISEASES-CHRONIC

Faculty, Staff, or Students
Any suspected case of a faculty member, staff member, or student having a chronic infectious
disease must be reported to the principal.

Chronic Infectious diseases
Examples of chronic infectious diseases but not limited to these are:

● Herpes Simplex
● Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
● Cytomegalovirus (CMV)
● Hepatitis B Carriers
● Congenital Rubella Syndrome

Evaluation

If a faculty/staff member or student is suspected of having a chronic infectious disease, he/she
will be evaluated by a review committee which shall consist of the principal and a physician
designated by the principal.

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The responsibilities of the review committee shall include, but are not limited to, the following:
● preparing a report concerning the individual’s medical condition, the ability of the
individual to function in school and the risks of transmission of the disease to students
and other school personnel.
● recommending whether the individual should be permanently or temporarily removed
from his/her educational setting.
● determining when the individual may return to the educational setting.
● requesting medical verification of the individual’s condition.
● requiring, if deemed necessary, that a medical examination be completed at the school’s
expense.

INJURIES

If any injury occurs on the job – no matter how minor – it must be reported to the Vice President
of Finance, HR and Support Services as soon as possible. An Accident Report must also be
completed.

If the injury is serious enough to warrant professional medical attention, the employee will be
directed to Presence Medical Center’s immediate care centers or to the emergency room at
Presence Medical Center.

INTENT to RETURN

Intent to Return forms are distributed to faculty members in March. It is the faculty member’s
responsibility to return the form to the principal by the designated date. Normally, faculty
members are notified of Resurrection’s intent to rehire by May 1s​ t of the school year, after
registration has been completed and staffing needs are determined. Contracts for the coming
school year will be offered by May 15t​ h.​ In the event this is not possible due to extenuating
circumstances, faculty will be notified and the date for offering contracts will be extended.

JURY DUTY

If a teacher receives a summons for jury duty, he/she shall notify the principal immediately.
Teachers called to serve for one day shall receive their regular compensation and shall keep the
check issued by the court. Teachers called to serve for more than one day will receive their
regular compensation less the amount of payment received from the Court. Upon return to
work, the employee is to give the V​ ice President of Finance, HR and Support Services a copy
of the Court-issued check.

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LEAVE OF ABSENCE

When the needs of the school permit, the principal may grant a faculty member a leave of
absence (paid or unpaid, depending on the number of accumulated absence days) not to
exceed six (6) weeks for important personal reasons other than those covered by the Family
and Medical Leave Act of 1993.

Regular full-time faculty members must submit to the principal the Request for Leave of
Absence form. The principal will respond to all requests in writing. The leave must be
requested at least (30) days prior to the date on which the faculty member desires to begin the
leave, except in cases of emergency.

Whether a faculty member will be returned to the same or a comparable position after the leave
of absence expires will depend on the following: the needs of the school, the length of the leave
of absence, and the prior performance of the faculty member. While a faculty member is on a
leave of absence, he/she still maintains a professional relationship with the school, and will
conduct him/herself in a manner consistent with the philosophy and values of Resurrection
College Prep High School.

Leave of Absence under the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993
The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 requires an employer to provide eligible employees
up to 12 weeks of leave for certain family and medical reasons. A copy of the employee’s rights
under this Act is available from the Vice President of Finance, HR and Support Services. Any
absence days that the employee has accumulated or unused vacation days, if applicable, will be
applied to this leave as paid leave; any remaining days of the leave will be unpaid days.

To request a leave of absence under the Family and Medical Leave Act, the family member
must provide 30 days advance notice when the leave is foreseeable. In addition to completing
the “Request for Leave of Absence” form, the faculty member must also request the FMLA
certification forms from the Vice President of Finance, HR and Support Services.

MEDICAL RESPONSE PROCEDURE FOR STUDENTS- EMERGENCY AND
NON-EMERGENCY

Resurrection College Prep will respond quickly and efficiently to assist students who
become ill or injured during school or at school-sponsored events. When a student
requires help for a medical emergency, the first staff member encountering the student
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● call 911 immediately; or
● Contact the Main Office immediately if he/she determines that the student’s needs can be

addressed by school personnel.

The staff member is to remain with the student until either the paramedics arrive or someone
from Student Services arrives.

No student should be asked to assist a student who is ill or injured. This is an adult
responsibility.

If a student is injured during class, the teacher is to complete the Accident Report Form before
leaving for the day.

MENTORING PROGRAM-NEW FACULTY

Faculty members new to Resurrection are required to participate in a formal mentoring program.
The purpose of this program is to:

● provide a forum for the exchange of ideas/information
● nurture the development of a positive, confident professional
● provide an additional avenue for individual/group support and encouragement
● assist in the transition process of teachers to the profession and/or new to the school
● facilitate the active participation and successful integration into the school community
● provide assistance in the knowledge and use of school wide policies, procedures, and

practices
● complement the efforts of departments in the development of instructional and

professional skills

See the revised 2015 Mentoring Handbook for additional information.

MID-TERM REPORTS

Procedure:
● Mid-term progress grades are posted to Parent Connect by the Registrar on the day
specified in the school calendar.
● Teachers are expected to discuss student progress with students and their parents
throughout the semester.
● In the event that a student’s grade drops to a D or F after the mid-term grades are
posted, teachers are to notify the parents by telephone or email and adhere to the D/F
List Policy.

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OPEN HOUSES

Two Open Houses for prospective students and their families are held in the fall.

During the Open Houses, parents and students tour the school facilities. Teachers and
department chairpersons present information about classes and programs. Representatives
from the administration are available to answer questions, and students and parents receive
information concerning admission to Resurrection College Prep High School.

The Development Office plans, coordinates, and advertises the event. The coordination of
department representation at each of the two Open Houses is determined collaboratively by the
department chair and members of the department. Attendance at two Open Houses is required
of both full and part-time faculty.

PARENT-TEACHER CONTACT

Parent-Teacher contact may be initiated by the teacher, the student, counselor, or the parent via
email, meetings, and/or phone calls. As a norm, every email, face-to-face, and telephone
contact should be logged and/or filed. Teachers should maintain their logs and/or files from year
to year. There is not a school-wide form for documenting this information.

Please see the D/F List Policy for mandatory contacting instructions for those students
doing poorly in a teacher’s class.

PARKING AND CAR REGISTRATION

The area in front of the school and the area in the general parking lot nearest the administration
and parking lot entrances are reserved for faculty parking. Teachers are asked to park in their
assigned spaces only. The visitors spaces in front of the school are not be used by faculty
members.

All cars are to be registered with the Vice President of Finance, HR and Support Services at the
start of the school year. Upon registration, a parking permit tag will be issued which must be
affixed to the rearview mirror.

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PASSES

Due to issues of safety, it is the responsibility of each faculty/staff member who is supervising
students to know where they are at all times.

Whenever students leave a regularly scheduled class or study, the faculty/staff member is to
complete a written pass with the following information:

● Student’s first and last name
● One student’s name per pass
● Date
● Time
● Legible signature

When the pass is returned to the issuing faculty/staff member, he/she must check to make sure
that the receiving faculty/staff member has signed the pass and included the time of the
student’s departure to make sure students are not wandering the building.

Faculty/staff members may not write passes for a student to see a teacher without the written
request/email from that teacher.

Each room has a special wooden hall pass that a student uses if she needs to use the
washroom or go to her locker.

Teachers must have a notebook/binder/sign-out sheet next to the wooden hall pass so that
students sign in and out of the classroom. In case of emergency, teachers must take the
notebook/binder/sign-out sheet with them.

If a student does not return when expected, the teacher must contact the main office to report
the student missing.

PAYMENT PROCEDURE AND INSURANCE

Faculty members have the option of being paid on either a 10-month or a 12-month basis. The
annual salary is divided by the number of paydays during the school year (21 or 22 paydays for
those on the 10-month basis and 26 paydays for those on the 12-month basis). Paydays are
biweekly on Fridays.

The following deductions are made from each teacher’s paychecks in accordance with state and
federal law: (1) Federal Withholding Tax, (2) State Withholding Tax, and (3) Social Security and
Medicare (FICA) Tax. The proper W-4 forms must be completed before the first paycheck can
be issued. If during the course of the year a faculty member wishes to change the number of
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and Support Services. Additional deductions may be made from the paycheck at the faculty
member’s instruction.

Group medical/dental insurance is available. The premiums will be deducted from the
paychecks. The school provides eligible faculty members with life insurance and long-term
disability insurance coverage.

A salary increase is proposed each year by the administration to the Finance Committee of the
Corporate Board and then approved by the entire Corporate Board.

If a faculty member exceeds the accumulated number of absence days, a deduction will be
made from the paycheck for the excess days taken. The deduction will be made at the rate of
1/180 of the annual salary for each excess day taken.

The school year consists of 176 student days in attendance and four faculty in-service or
institute days. School holidays are indicated on the school activity calendar which each faculty
member receives in August unless the contract states otherwise.

PROFESSIONAL ADULT CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAM (PACE)

Professional Development

All professional members of the Resurrection College Prep High School community are
contractually required to engage in a prescribed number of professional development activities
during each school year. Professional development is defined as:

● Advancing knowledge or skills in the curriculum or an assignment area
● Developing knowledge in any of the Illinois State Standards or priorities
● Enhancing knowledge or skill relevant to Resurrection’s improvement efforts/mission
● Expanding knowledge and skills in any additional teaching field, new area of education,

or other leadership efforts
The intention of the above activities is to enhance individual professional skills in order to
strengthen the learning and teaching capacity of the entire school community.

The requirement for professional development is related to compensation for the next
contractual year. Each year teachers are required to identify at least one professional goal and
to develop a plan to actualize it. In order to accomplish this, each teacher develops an
individual plan for continuous professional development and monitors his or her own progress.
Teachers must also maintain a valid Illinois teacher certificate. An official school record of
teacher professional development is maintained through the PACE program.

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PACE
In August 1996, the Professional Adult Continuing Education Program (PACE) took effect.
PACE is an internal program, which qualifies professional development activities and
determines the “credit value” for their completion. It requires evidence of regular professional
development regardless of academic achievement. Compensation is linked to the fulfillment of
professional development requirements. PACE credits must be earned by April 1s​ t of the school
year for which they are being applied.

Required 30 PACE credits per year may be earned as follows:
1. Completion of at least 2 semester hours of coursework through an accredited college or
university that is pre-approved by the principal
2. Participation in workshops, seminars, and conferences in which continuing education
credits are issued through the providers, pre-approved by the principal
3. Participation in a wide variety of approved school site activities for which continuing
professional development units are available.
4. Any combination of these

Limited funds are available to help faculty members pay for educational opportunities.

PACE approval
● Hold a conversation with the associate principal/PACE coordinator about the idea.
● Complete/submit ​Proposal for PACE Activity f​ orm.
● Upon review and approval by principal, PACE credit values will be determined.

PACE credits
● Semester hours of college/university credit
Conversion: 1 semester hour = 15 clock hours of PD
1 quarter hour = 10 clock hours of PD
30 CPDU’s (generally earned on a per hour of active participation)

PACE policies
Time which is a​ pproved for educational growth activities are required outside of the building,
teachers will be paid their full salary.

● If the school requests an individual to attend a meeting or workshop, etc., the school will
pay the cost.

● If the teacher attends a seminar, workshop, etc., not authorized through the school, the
teacher or other third party pays the cost.

● Appeals involving time extension or credit denial/approval are submitted to the principal.

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● Advancement on the salary scale is dependent upon completion of required PACE
credits.

● Teachers are expected to submit PACE documentation to the associate principal by April
1 of each year.

● Approved documentation will be returned to the teacher by May 1.
● Teachers are expected to keep their own file of approved and completed PACE

documentation.

Beginning with the 2006-2007 school year, teachers who have 20 years of experience but do
not hold a master’s degree will be “frozen” in pay unless enrolled in a graduate program that will
lead to the attainment of a master’s degree. Attendance at a graduate course will satisfy the
annual PACE requirement; however, completion of any other PACE approved program is not
sufficient for a person with more than 20 years’ experience who is not pursuing a master’s
degree to receive a salary increase.

ROOM RESERVATIONS

If a teacher or department wishes to use the Board Room, Mini-Conference Room, Theatre,
Think Tank, Gym, Library/Library Corridor, or Cafeteria for any purpose, the respective area and
the dates of use must be reserved through the Assistant Principal of Programming and
Planning. Once the date(s) are approved, the teacher or department chair must sign-out the
respective area in the room reservation book located in the Main Office with the principal’s
administrative assistant.

SCHOOL RECORDS AND CONFIDENTIALITY

Resurrection College Prep High School keeps permanent records and temporary files for each
of its students/graduates. Each student’s permanent record includes courses and semester
grades, standardized test results, immunization records, and driver’s education information. The
temporary files contain entrance test results, grade school information, registration forms,
signed Program of Studies forms, and any violations to the Academic Integrity Policy.

The Illinois School Student Records Act (P.A. 79-1108) was signed into law on March 24, 1976.
This act provides the access on the part of parents and eligible students (those 18 or over) to
view student records maintained by an educational institution. Requests must be in writing,
state the specific record desired and state the reason for the request. Within three days of the
request, an appointment will be made with one of the authorized school personnel to interpret
the record for the parent and/or eligible student.

The Buckley-Pell Act, specifically PL 93-358, was signed into law on December 31, 1974.

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This act provides for access on the part of parents and eligible students (those 18 years of age
or older) to student records maintained by an educational institution. All files kept by the school
are open to access whether or not they constitute the “main files.” The only records that remain
private are those personal notes of a counselor or teacher (or their substitutes). Once records
are shared with others they become accessible.

SEMESTER EXAMINATIONS

Three days are set aside at the end of each semester as examination days.

Under the leadership of its department chair, each department determines the form, content and
procedures for its tests, examinations and synthesis projects in keeping with the philosophy of
Resurrection College Prep’s focus on higher order thinking, reflective writing, and performance.

The department chair will approve one common semester examination for each course taught
within his or her department and submit it electronically to the Assistant Principal of Curriculum
and Instruction at least two weeks prior to exam week for approval.

One hour is set aside for each semester examination. Students who miss an exam (s) due to
illness will be allowed to take a make-up examination as soon as possible during or after the
examination dates.

Students may not leave the room before the end of the period of the examination. Details
concerning the time schedule of the examination, rooms, proctors and supervisory duties during
the exams are published in a faculty bulletin prior to each semester’s exam days.

If tuition remains delinquent after first semester examination days, the student will not be
allowed to return to school unless payment arrangements have been made with the Vice
President of Finance, HR and Support Services. If tuition is delinquent during second semester
examination days, the student will not be allowed to take exams. In the case of a senior, the
student will also not be permitted to participate in prom, Baccalaureate, graduation and will not
receive a final official transcript.

All students in an AP class are required to take the AP exam for that class. If a student does not
take the AP exam, the student will be issued honors credit for the course and will receive the
corresponding grade points.

All students taking a course for St. Mary’s University credit must take the final examination in
order to receive college credit.

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Senior Privilege
Seniors who have earned 93% or higher in second semester courses are exempt from taking
the semester exam in those courses with the exception of those seniors enrolled in courses for
St. Mary’s University.

T​eachers must inform all seniors a minimum of one week before the final exams begin whether
the students are exempt from the final exam for the course.

SEMINAR PERIOD

Seminar is a daily period set aside for students to take care of their academic needs. These
needs may include individual study, group work, tutoring sessions at the Think Tank, teacher
help sessions, library, and tech lab use. Other seminar activities include class level meetings,
presentations or other special activities approved by the administration.

Teachers are assigned to specific duties during seminar. Those teachers assigned to a specific
seminar classroom that serves as a home base for students are expected to:

● take attendance according to the attendance policy
● make announcements
● distribute and discuss important printed information
● facilitate students’ release to academic resource areas by using the pass system
● keep a record of students’ destinations outside the seminar room
● establish a quiet classroom so that students can study
● lead to and supervise seminar students during level meetings and activities and

school-wide assemblies, and level retreats
● promote participation in school activities and events
● encourage school and class spirit
● distribute Guidance appointment or Res-O-Gram slips

Teachers assigned to general student supervision are expected to:

● arrive at the beginning of the seminar period in their assigned supervision location
● use the pass system to direct student movement
● direct students in unsupervised areas to return to their seminar room
● complete supervisory tasks specific to the area being supervised

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During seminar, students may do the following:

● use the library’s resources (requires a pass from the teacher for whom the work is being
completed)

● receive tutoring from an NHS or world language tutor
● receive math, English or world language assistance in the Think Tank
● meet with their guidance counselor or the dean
● meet with a teacher who has provided her with a pass to leave seminar

remain in their seminar room for a quiet study period

If a student needs to meet with a faculty or staff person who is unavailable during the student’s
seminar period, she may switch her seminar and lunch period provided that she has a pass from
the teacher or dean.

Faculty/staff may also schedule meetings with students during seminar period. The student is
expected to attend these scheduled meetings.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS/ASSEMBLIES

A teacher, department, club, or organization wishing to schedule a special program/assembly
for any segment of the school population will obtain the Principal’s approval prior to making any
arrangements. Dates will be finalized with the Assistant Principal of Program Planning before
scheduling or informing students of the special program.

SOCIAL MEDIA

The professional relationship between faculty and current students is always one of mutual
respect, high standards and clear relational boundaries. Therefore, faculty members may only
use the following forms of approved communication when contacting or interacting with current
students:

● Schoology
● Res Gmail
● 8 to 18 (Athletic Dept.)

Teachers are not are permitted to communicate or interact with current students via personal
social media accounts such as Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter etc. or to share
personal information. At no time are faculty or staff to communicate with students via text or
personal email.

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Faculty should note that any email sent or received through Resurrection’s internal email server
or Schoology site is not private.

Any misuse of technology equipment that is the sole property of Resurrection College Prep that
violates the Social Media policy above will result in disciplinary action.

STUDENT ATTENDANCE

Recording Student Attendance
At the beginning of each class period, teachers are required to post all absences and tardies
through SDS to the attendance office. Accurate attendance is necessary for the safety of
students; therefore, teachers are expected to submit accurate attendance reports or submit
corrections to the attendance office in a timely fashion.

Student Attendance Policy
Resurrection College Prep requires students to be in attendance for all classes each school day.
Regular attendance plays an important role in the student’s academic growth. Absences for any
reason will negatively impact the student’s academic success.

Each semester, a student will be allowed five (5) parent verified absences from each class. If a
student exceeds four absences in a class:

● Upon the 4th absence from a class, a letter will be sent to notify the parent/guardian of
the student’s dates of absence.

● Upon the 5th absence from class, the Dean will contact the parents to discuss
attendance-related matters. A meeting with the Dean, parent and student may be
scheduled at this time.

● Upon the 6t​ h absence, a review of absences will be completed by the Administration. A
loss of semester credit may occur.

Absences exempt from the above and recorded as excused include the following:
● Resurrection College Prep-related activities, such as field trips or academic and athletic
competitions;
● Absence due to attendance at funeral services, indicated as necessary by the parent
Prolonged illness with medical documentation*

*Please note: Following a student’s extended illness, doctor’s notes and other documentation
must be submitted to the Dean upon the student’s return in order for an excused absence to be
considered.

Unexcused Absences

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Unexcused absences result when a student is absent without parent verification. Unexcused
absences will be recorded when a student:

● misses a class (15 minutes or more constitutes and absence), or classes without parental
notification to the school,

● misses a liturgical or school assembly without parent notification,
misrepresents herself as her parent and calls herself in absent,

● fails to report to class or leaves school without obtaining an early dismissal from the
Attendance Office.

Unexcused absences will result in the student losing academic credit for the classes missed.
Credit will not be given for any academic work collected on those days, including tests and
quizzes.

Students with unexcused absences from liturgical or school assemblies will be referred to an
administrator.

Absences and Co-Curricular Activities
On the day of an absence, a student who is absent may not attend any co-curricular activities.
Examples of this include dances, social events, performances, rehearsals, athletic practices or
competitions, club or other school organization activities.

In cases of extenuating circumstances, permission from the Dean or Athletic Director may be
given for the student’s attendance at an extra-curricular/co-curricular activity. To request
consideration, the parent must contact the Dean or Athletic Director prior to the event.

The attendance policy complements period-by-period attendance reporting and supports
Resurrection’s priority to promote regular daily attendance. The attendance policy flows from
Illinois State law which defines excessive absences as a student missing more the 10 percent
(18 days) of the school year and jeopardizes student achievement.

Absences due to school-sponsored field trips and retreats do not count in the five absences
allotted per semester. However, students with excessive absences may be prohibited from
attending field trips or retreats.

Parents and students are urged to thoroughly read and understand Resurrection’s L​ ate Work
Policy as it regards the make-up of academic work.

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Students, when returning to school from an absence, shall be granted a reasonable amount of
time to make up any missing classwork. A rule of thumb for minor illnesses or short absences is
one day grace per each day of absence.

If a student is out for an extended period, teachers will be required to provide classwork that can
be completed at home or at medical facility.

STUDENT FUNDRAISING

Organizations wanting to raise funds for activities or events necessary to or for the purpose of
enriching the organization must complete a Fundraising Application Form provided by the V​ ice
President of Finance, HR and Support Services​. Upon approval from the V​ ice President o​ f F​ inance,
HR and Support Services g​ uidelines for fundraising will be provided.

STUDENT PREGNANCY

When the school becomes aware that a student is pregnant, the principal will meet with the
student, her parents and other appropriate school personnel such as the student’s guidance
counselor, campus minister, dean, etc. At that time, the best course of action for the student
and the school will be determined. See student attendance policy for additional information
regarding extended absences.

The unmarried student is allowed to return to school after the birth with a medical release from
her doctor.

STUDENT TEACHERS

Acceptance Procedure
● The requesting University or College of Education is required to contact the Assistant
Principal of Curriculum and Instruction with a request for student teacher placement.
● The assistant principal will contact the department chair concerning feasibility of student
teacher placement.
● The student teacher candidate’s transcripts and records will be reviewed by an assistant
principal and the department chair.
● The student teacher candidate will be interviewed by the assistant principal and
department chair or cooperating teacher.
● Upon approval for placement, the student teacher’s schedule is determined in
collaboration with the department chair and cooperating teacher.

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● The assistant principal and/or cooperating teacher sign an agreement/contract with the
college or university.

● Prior to beginning the assignment, the student teacher is required to complete the
following:
o criminal background check
o fingerprinting
o Virtus certification
o Code of Conduct
o CANTS form

All documentation of completion is to be given to the Vice President of Finance, HR and Support
Services.

Expectations of the Student Teacher
● Be available for the full school day; allowance is made for the college’s requirements of
the student teacher.
● Attend faculty and department meetings after school.
● Complete requirements as required by the College of Education.

Additional expectations of the Student Teacher
1. Acquaint himself/herself with school policies and procedures concerning:
● daily schedules
● behavior expectations
● lunch and seminar routines
● forms (attendance, passes, etc.)
● fire and disaster drill procedures
● SDS grading system
● Schoology
2. In planning daily instructional activities, student teachers must utilize the full 80 minutes
in the block schedule to provide various learning opportunities that engage the students
and fit into the educational program of the teacher and the school.
3. Present long and short range plans to the cooperating teacher for approval prior to
instruction.
4. Gradually assume teaching responsibilities as well as supervision duties.
5. Plan activities and transition of classes back to the cooperating teacher at the completion
of student teaching.
6. Return texts, manuals, and other materials to the cooperating teacher at the end of
student teaching.

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SUPERVISION

General Supervision
Teachers are expected to be in their classrooms before the period bell rings so they can greet
students, get them seated, and begin the day’s lesson. In an emergency, if a teacher must
leave a class, the teacher is to ask a teacher in an adjoining room to look in on his/her class,
and, if necessary, notify the department chairperson or a member of the administration.

Teachers are expected to remain in their classrooms to supervise at all times during a class or
when students are present.

Teachers are not to dismiss class before the appointed time or take students off campus for
activities other than an approved field trip without permission of the administration.

All teachers are responsible for the supervision of all students whenever students are present.
This includes supervision in halls during passing time or class time, at assemblies and student
activities. When walking through halls during class time, teachers should ask to see students’
passes and check for time and destination. Only female teachers are to check washrooms
unless in an emergency.

Teachers who sponsor after-school activities are responsible for informing students that outer
wear and books are to be left by the door of the activity space. Teachers are not permitted to
allow students in other areas of the building.

Whenever supervising classrooms, study halls, cafeteria, or extracurricular activities, the
teacher or moderator should never leave students unattended.

Teachers will immediately report any student to the Dean of Students who is found defacing or
marring school property including computers, library books, desks, lockers, and walls.

Responsibilities for Cafeteria Supervisors

The general responsibility of the faculty and staff who supervise the cafeteria is to monitor
student behavior to ensure that students are respectful of one another and the physical
environment of the cafeteria, as well as follow cafeteria procedures which exist to help all
students enjoy a pleasant lunch period.

One cafeteria supervisor is to stand at entrance to the serving area to monitor the lunch line and
keep orderly student conduct while students purchase their food. Once the line dwindles (about

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8 minutes into the period) the cafeteria supervisor would monitor behavior and circulate the
sections of the cafeteria.

One cafeteria supervisor remains in the area of the doors that exit to the Bandit Boutique
corridor. The table by this door contains wooden passes which are given to students who
request to go to the Locker, Main Office, Attendance Office, Guidance Office or Bandit Boutique.
These are the only locations a student may go to if they are in lunch. Written passes are not
issued by Cafeteria Supervisors. Student may leave the cafeteria after presenting a pass a
teacher, indicating that the student is to meet with her/him during the student’s lunch period.

The third cafeteria supervisor circulates the cafeteria, monitoring student behavior.

With about 1 minute left in the period, a cafeteria supervisor uses the mic to remind students to
clean their tables and pick up garbage from the floor by their tables. The other cafeteria
supervisors circulate to direct students to clean their tables. Students are to push in their chairs
and dismiss in an orderly fashion when the bell rings.

Specific responsibilities:

● Monitor the washrooms;
● Make needed announcements;
● Contact the dean regarding behavior issues;
● Report any tables or chairs that are broken or unsturdy to maintenance;
● Direct students to clean up after themselves.

School-Wide Supervisions

Faculty members will supervise one school-wide activity scheduled outside of regular school
hours, as stipulated by their contract. Scheduling of school-wide supervisions is coordinated
through the Dean’s Office. Choice of supervision assignments will be based on seniority.

After-school department events and events that are related to positions that have stipends do
not fulfill the school-wide supervision requirement.

Specific chaperone responsibilities are provided to the chaperone by either the faculty member
responsible for sponsoring the school-wide event or by the Dean of Students.

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VISITOR’S PASS

All visitors, including all former students, are to sign in and obtain a Visitor’s Pass in the main
office when entering the building. Former students and current parents are required to make
appointments for visits with teachers before school, during lunch or during a teacher’s planning
period.​ A​ teacher and his/her class are not to be interrupted by an unexpected visitor.

Classroom and seminar speakers are to be pre-approved by the Assistant Principal of Program
Planning prior to the scheduled event. The receptionist is to be informed of the visitor by the
teacher. All visitors are required to wear their Visitor’s Pass​ during their entire stay on campus.

If a teacher, staff member, or student sees someone in the halls who does not have a Visitor’s
Pass, the visitor is to be immediately directed to the main office.

SECTION 3 – SERVICES

EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGICAL DEVICES

Audio-visual equipment and services are available in the library. Additional equipment may be
available through the individual department.

Audio-Visual items are available to faculty on a sign-up/checkout basis. Please email or speak
to a member of the library staff to request AV at least 48 hours in advance. Televisions and
DVD’s are available on each floor on a self-serve basis. Teachers must sign out equipment and
respect reservations placed by other teachers. Library staff will gladly explain the equipment,
services, and equipment training if needed.

BANDIT BOUTIQUE

The school’s store is known as the Bandit Boutique. Spirit apparel items are available for
purchase as are a small number of school supplies. The store is normally open during the lunch
periods, open houses and other all school events. It is also open for faculty/staff members upon
request by contacting the school’s receptionist.

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Faculty/staff members may obtain classroom supplies available by completing a form in the
Bandit Boutique at the time the supplies are received. The cost of materials is charged to the
respective department’s budget.

COPY MACHINE

A high-volume copier is available for faculty/staff use during school hours. A small-volume
copier is also available in the office during school hours. It should be used when only a few (15
or fewer) copies are needed. Larger copy runs are to be made on the high-volume copier.

Copyright laws are to be observed at all times.

FACULTY WORK AREAS

Computers are available for teacher use in the Library, Tech Center, computer labs or
classrooms. Scantron machines are located in the Staff Lounge and in the Science Resource
room (218).
LIBRARY

Library Hours
The library is open during school days from 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Special programming may
require the library to close at 2:00 p.m. on select Wednesdays or at other times.

Library Passes
Students can use the usual seminar passes. Passes must be filled out by the teacher that
assigned the assignment/project. One student name should be written per pass.

Copy Machine
A copier, primarily for student use only, is located just inside the entrance to the library. The
cost per copy is $0.10 per page.​

Laminating
A laminating machine is available on a self-serve basis. Library staff is available for assistance
if needed. T​ eachers need to document their use of the laminating machine on the sheet next to
the machine. The departments are charged for its use.

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Check Out of Materials for Faculty
The standard length of time for checking out materials by faculty is two weeks for reference
books and 30 days for all other types of materials. Faculty may arrange to keep materials for a
longer period of time in consultation with the librarian; however, items needed for an entire
semester should be purchased with department funds.

Classes in the Library
The library may be reserved for a teacher’s class when the library staff is available to assist
students with research as needed. Library staff is available to acquire, select and reserve print
and electronic materials for class use. Teachers are encouraged to notify library staff prior to a
new unit of study being introduced so that supporting materials can be available for student use.

APPENDIX

Updated Job Descriptions
● President
● Principal
● Vice President of Finance, HR and Support Services​ (Fall ‘16)
● Assistant Principal Program Planning
● Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction
● Dean of Students
● Athletic Director (Fall ‘16)
● Campus Minister
● Guidance Counselor (Fall ‘16)
● Department Chair
● Faculty Member (Fall ‘16)
● Librarian (Fall ‘16)
● Study Supervisor (Fall ‘16)

PRESIDENT OF RESURRECTION COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL
JOB DESCRIPTION

RELATIONSHIPS:

● Reports to the Corporate Board and the Member of Resurrection College Prep High School; and,
● Has the following report directly to her/him: The Principal, Vice President of Finance, HR and

Support Services, Director of Development, Enrollment Coordinator, Campus Ministers, and
others as appropriate.

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QUALIFICATIONS:

● Is a practicing Catholic;
● Possesses strong leadership and managerial qualities;
● Is competent in communication skills, public relations;
● Has experience in financial management and development;
● Has experience in institutional advancement;
● Possesses ability to generate financial resources and supportive relationships;
● Is successful in planning, marketing, and public relations;
● Is competent in mentoring and facilitating succession planning ;
● Understands and facilitates the growth of Catholic education communities;
● Possesses a Master’s degree in a related field; and,
● Preferably a minimum of 5 years in Catholic education.

POSITION SUMMARY:

● Is the Chief Executive Officer of Resurrection College Prep High School, responsible for
furthering the mission of the school in collaboration with its sponsors, the Sisters of the
Resurrection and is responsible for the general direction of the school’s affairs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

MISSION AND SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP

● Models Gospel values through participation in major liturgical and other major religious
experiences;

● Shares with the Principal the ongoing spiritual direction for the school;
● Communicates the mission, charism, philosophy, and programs of Resurrection to both the

internal and external community;
● Keeps informed of Church documents and thinking related to education and ensures the

integration of these values and teachings in policies as well as curriculum

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

● Serves as the liaison between the School community and the Corporate Board:
● Works directly with the Board to assure implementation of Board policy;
● Keeps the Board informed regarding school - related matters, objectives, needs and future plans;
● Takes responsibility with the Board for recruiting and training new Board members and for

ongoing Board development;
● Is accountable to the Board for overall leadership, management and performance of the school
● Is accountable to the Board for facility management, the development of plans for capital

improvement, and maintenance of the facility and grounds;
● The Principal is appointed by the President, reports to the President and meets regularly with the

President.
● Serves as ex officio member of all Board committees.
● Is accountable for the School being in compliance with all Archdiocesan, City, State and Federal

requirements and laws;
● In the absence of the Chairperson of the Board, the President shall preside at all meetings of the

Board;

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● May sign, with the Secretary or another Officer of the Corporation authorized by the Board of
Directors, any deeds, mortgages, bonds, contracts, diplomas or other instruments which the
Board of Directors have authorized to be executed,

● Seeks legal counsel as appropriate.

STRATEGIC PLANNING

● Directs the creation and implementation of a strategic plan with the Corporate Board and School
administrators; and

● Oversees both the short and long – range planning initiatives; and,
● Reports to the Board the progress of the implementation of the plan regularly.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

● Meets regularly with the Vice President of Finance, HR and Support Services to
● Oversee the preparation of the annual capital and operating budgets and budgetary
System;
● Create financial plans for the school’s long term needs and priorities; and,

● Submits the budget, which includes tuition, total administrative salaries, non-professional wages
and recommend faculty salary scales to the Corporate Board for their approval.

DEVELOPMENT

● Meets regularly with the Development:
● Communicates the mission and goals, program, and progress of Resurrection College Prep High

School to its various publics and provides an active presence in the community;
● Works together with the Director of Development to provide leadership in all fundraising,

development, and recruitment projects;
● Cultivates alumnae and donor relations;
● Oversees marketing, public relations, and publications to ensure the appropriate communication

of the purpose and programs of the school; and,
● Represents the school at civic, religious, and other public functions.

COMMUNICATION

● Represents Resurrection College Prep High School with the Principal to the Archdiocese as it
relates to the role of leadership; and,

● Acts as official spokesperson for the school during a crisis, or delegates this role.

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Principal Resurrection College Prep High School
Job Description

Relationships:

The Principal is hired by the President and reports directly to the President in all matters. The Principal
is responsible for the supervision of the Assistant Principals, Dean of Students and Athletic Director and
the Faculty.

Qualifications:

● Meets educational expectations of AdvancEd, the State of Illinois, and the Archdiocese of
Chicago

● Possesses strong leadership and managerial expertise
● Competent in written and verbal communication skills and in public relations
● Dedicated to educational excellence
● Understands the goals of single gender education and is committed to providing opportunities to

the young women to develop leadership skills on all levels
● Understands and facilitates the growth of a Catholic education community

Responsibilities:

1. Spiritual Leadership Affairs:

A. Is a practicing Catholic and is active in a Parish
B. Models Gospel values through participation in the liturgy and other religious experiences
C. Supports the President in the ongoing spiritual direction for the school
D. With the President provides opportunities for the spiritual development of faculty, staff and

students
E. Understands and utilizes the Resurrection mission that charity and truth lead to peace and joy

2. Administrative Affairs

A. Works with the President to create powerful learning systems that support an exceptional
learning environment

B. Works with President on overall operation of school
C. Handles all health, safety and fire protection procedures and follows the directives of the State

of Illinois
D. Serves as liaison with all educational and accreditation agencies
E. Works with the President on the implementation and monitoring of the Strategic Plan
F. Attends all Corporate Board meetings but is not a member
G. Serves on Board Committees as Requested
H. Facilitates parental concerns and communicates with parents regarding internal school issues
I. With the President Directs and Chairs the Executive Team
J. Assumes other responsibilities as delegated by the President

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3. Academic Affairs
A. Is available for consultation with students, parents and teachers
B. Maintains a continuous program of classroom visitations
C. Provides opportunities for teachers to participate in school planning and policy development,
i.e., Faculty Council, Curriculum Committee
D. Determines teaching assignments and appropriate moderators for the co-curricular and
co-curricular activities and other scheduled duties
E. Appoints head of departments

4. Faculty and Staff Affairs
A. Works with the President on the recruitment, hiring, retention and the dismissal of all faculty,
staff, and academic personnel
B. Champions teacher excellence through focus on continuous improvement
C. Supervises and collaborates with the Athletic Director with regard to the athletics program
D. Initiates orientation meetings for new faculty members and for present faculty
E. Provides ongoing professional development programs for the faculty
F. Conducts regular faculty/staff meetings
G. Maintains a positive school climate
H. Maintains open lines of communication with all school personnel

5. Student Affairs
A. Makes final decisions on student admissions after consultation with Admissions Team and
Counselors
B. Supports leadership development for students
C. Assumes final responsibility for the dismissal of students for academic and/or disciplinary
reasons after consultation with the Dean of Students and other appropriate faculty members
D. Is responsible for approving cultural programs and the activities calendar
E. Is ultimately responsible for the enforcement for the discipline system

Approved:

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Assistant Principal of Curriculum & Instruction
Job Description

RELATIONSHIPS

- Reports to the Principal
- Is a member of the Administrative Team
- Supervises curriculum and instruction
- Supervises faculty members directly and through department chairs

QUALIFICATIONS

- Master’s Degree in Administration/Supervision and/or Curriculum
- General Administrative License and Secondary Professional Educator License
- Minimum of five years experience as a classroom teacher
- Leadership experience

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instructions assists the principal in the administration
of the school and in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the school community. The
assistant principal is responsible for supervising the academic staff and assisting them in
improving their skills, techniques, and methods of instructions. The assistant principal is also
responsible for smooth functioning of all educational programs, including their design,
implementation, and evaluation to see that they reflect and promote the school’s philosophy and
objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Administrative
A. Meets with the principal to assist with faculty meetings
B. Assists the principal in the selecting and hiring of professional staff
C. Approves textbook selection process

2.Faculty and Staff

A. Observes classes of all teachers new to Resurrection in first quarter
1. Visits the new teacher’s classes
2. Provides written feedback via Walk Through Form
3. Meets with the teacher to discuss any questions or areas of concern observed

B. Collaborates with the Principal to schedule observations of all teachers once each semester-
the first semester the departments are divided by both the principal and the assistant principal.
For the second semester, the departments are flip flopped.

1. Provides written feedback via Walk Through Form
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3. Solicits the teachers’ electronic submission of his/her SMART Goals for the school year
each fall

4. Schedules a meeting with scheduled teachers to review their evaluation
5. Meets with the teacher and discusses the evaluation
6. Signs the evaluation and has the teacher sign it
7. Submits the original evaluation form to include in the teacher’s permanent file

C. Plans professional development in-service activities/programs throughout the year
1. Organizes with the Assistant Principal for Program Planning the Orientation Day for new
faculty members in August
2. Assists the principal, the assistant principal, and the dean in planning and directing the
faculty meeting in August
3. Meets with the Professional Development Committee concerning proposed professional
development opportunities
4. Works with the Educational Technologist to plan professional development to support the
1:1 initiative
5. Coordinates Summer Grant Program for teachers
6. Coordinates P.A.C.E. approval and monitors completion for teachers. Out of building
P.A.C.E. pre-approval by principal is required.

D. Coordinates with the principal the revision and publication of the faculty handbook on an
annual basis

1. Processes corrected revisions and additions for the handbook
2. Updates the faculty handbook at the close of the school year
3. Ensures the updating and web posting of the handbook online

E. Coordinates the placement of student teachers at Resurrection with the approval of the
Principal

1. Receives the initial request to accept a student teacher
2. Discusses the request with the appropriate department facilitator
3. Approves the department facilitator’s recommendation of a supervising teacher
4. Schedules a personal interview for the student teacher candidate with the department

facilitator

3.Curriculum
A. Oversees the instructional program and curriculum

1. Collects syllabi and ensures Schoology posting
2. Collects and reviews final exams from all teachers and approves with comments to

individual instructors
3. Meets with Curriculum Committee concerning proposed changes in the department

curriculum each fall
4. Reviews with the principal for approval, suggestion of courses to be dropped or added or

other recommendations made by Curriculum Committee

B.Coordinates the revision and publication of the Curriculum Guide on an annual basis
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December 1
2. Updates Curriculum Guide and publishes it school website
3. Schedules registration and curriculum overview meetings prior to the start of registration
4. Coordinates with the Assistant Principal for Program Planning regarding registration

updates
5. Organizes and oversees Summer Session for students:

❏ Determine summer offerings in collaboration with the Curriculum Committee
❏ Prepare summer session brochure, registration materials and confirmation letters
❏ Recruit Resurrection teachers for each of the classes and provide information to

the Vice President of Finance, HR and Support Services for contracts
❏ With bookkeeper and receptionist, keep track of registrants, absenteeism, and

course status
❏ Provide teachers with summer session information, class rosters, and rules.
❏ Provide room information to maintenance
9. Reviews transfer student application, and determines acceptance and placement
10. Oversees additional academic-related activities:
Monitors student data
❏ Weekly D/F Grade Reports
❏ STS placement test, GAINS, Aspire, and ACT test results
❏ AP test results
11. Serve as coordinator and/or liaison for
❏ St. Mary’s dual credit program
❏ College Board and AP in conjunction with Guidance Department

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Assistant Principal for Program Planning
Job Description

RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to the Principal
Works with the Assistant Principal for Curriculum and Instruction,
Dean, Athletic Director, Counselors and Staff

QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s Degree
Possesses excellent logistic skills
Is highly organized and detail oriented
Is able to communicate clearly
Works well as a team member

POSITION SUMMARY
The Assistant Principal Program Planning is responsible for the registration and
scheduling of students, acts as a resource for staff members using the SDS
programs and develops and maintains the school calendar

WORK REQUIREMENTS
Must be present from 7:15 to 3:15
Attends/participates in school wide events and meetings

RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Coordinates the registration and scheduling of current and incoming students
2. Builds the master schedule
3. Produces the weekly staff bulletin
4. Assists staff members in solving problems encountered with our student
management/grading software (Specialized Data Systems – SDS)
5. Assists staff members in utilizing new features in SDS software
6. Approves and helps schedule class-related field trips
7. Acts as Administrative liaison to the Sophomore Class
8. Oversees the scheduling of subs to cover the classes of absent teachers
9. Assigns Theater and Gym seating for all seminars
10. Coordinates the installation of class officers
11. Coordinates Freshman Orientation

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Dean of Students
Job Description

RELATIONSHIPS
● Reports to the Principal
● Is a member of the Administrative Team
● Supervises student behavior management
● Supervises the Attendance Office Clerk
● Supervises organization and club moderators

QUALIFICATIONS
● Demonstrates a commitment to Catholic education of young women
● Master’s Degree in Administration/Supervision/Educational Leadership
● General Administrative License and Secondary Professional Educator License
● Minimum of five years of experience as a classroom teacher
● Leadership experience

POSITION SUMMARY
As a member of the Administrative Team, the Dean of Students assists in the administration of
the school by ensuring effective day-to-day operations. The Dean is directly responsible for
managing student educational, behavioral and attendance plans and meeting individual student
needs to ensure a productive and positive educational experience. The Dean is responsible for
coordinating student leadership opportunities and managing club and organizations and
evaluating these programs. The Dean is also responsible for Nonpublic School State
Recognition Assurances in regard to school safety including communication with local law
enforcement and the organization and fulfillment of required state safety drills.

RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Addresses student behavior and attendance issues in consultation with the Principal,
Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction, Counselors and faculty members
2. Contacts parents about student behavior issues and attendance concerns
3. Reviews attendance records and monitors student attendance
4. Creates behavior and attendance contracts as required
5. Maintains and regularly reviews documentation relevant to behavior concerns
6. Assigns lockers
7. Coordinates student parking permits
8. Periodically monitors school building and school grounds

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9. Coordinates Freshman Mentors
10. Monitors and communicates cheerleader academic eligibility
11. Creates school IDs for students and staff
12. Coordinates Operation Prom/DUI programs in cooperation with SADD

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
1.​ ​Creates and manages the school’s student behavior plan
2.​ M​ aintains and updates the student handbook
3.​ C​ hairs the Behavior Review Board
4.​ C​ ommunicates behavior expectations to students, parents and staff
5.​ ​Supports the classroom staff by promoting effective classroom management techniques and
resolving student behavior matters that affect the classroom environment
6.​ S​ upervises performance of staff in relation to school policies and procedures, particularly in
regard to adherence to student behavior policies
7.​ C​ oordinates seminar
8.​ ​Assigns supervision of seminar rooms and resource areas during seminar period
9.​ C​ oordinates teacher all-school supervision assignments
10.​ ​Plans and executes school emergency/disaster drills as mandated by the State of Illinois
11.​ ​Maintains and updates crisis plan
12.​ ​Plans professional development in-service programs regarding student health issues, such
as diabetes and asthma, as well as other school safety issues
13.​ M​ aintains working relationships with other schools’ deans and youth-oriented agencies
14.​ S​ erves as liaison to various community law enforcement agencies
15.​ ​Is the administrative liaison to the Freshman Class

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Campus Minister Resurrection College Prep High School
Job Description

Scope:​ Resurrection College Prep High School exists to assist in the teaching and developing of young
women within a Catholic Christian environment guided by the principles of C​ harity and Truth.

While the spiritual formation of the school community is one of the primary responsibilities of the school’s
President and Administration, the promotion of a faith community is the shared goal of all faculty and
staff and is the special focus of the Campus Minister.

The Campus Minister reports directly to the President and works collaboratively with the administration,
faculty and staff, and is in close communication with the Religious Studies and Guidance Departments,
the Dean of Students and the School Nurse in order to support an environment that fosters a deep
awareness of the Christian message in the Resurrection tradition.

Essential Job Functions

A. Pastoral

● Provides accompaniment to students and staff who express a need for spiritual direction or
guidance

● Understands developmental issues of young women related to faith and provide opportunities for
discussion, guidance and growth for individuals and groups

● Reaches out to students and staff who experience life changing losses such as divorce of
parents, the student’s own serious illness or that of a relative, the death of a parent, guardian or
someone close

B. Spiritual Growth

● Establishes programs and activities which respond to the spiritual needs of students and staff,
● Plans and directs the Retreat Programs every grade level, including the Kairos Retreat for

Seniors
● Works collaboratively with the President and Principal to plan an annual retreat for staff
● Offers a variety of prayer experiences, both personal, communal, and seasonal
● Provides opportunities for students, staff and faculty to celebrate the Sacraments, especially the

Eucharist and Reconciliation including penance services during Advent and Lent
● Coordinates liturgical celebrations including school-wide or class Masses,
● Organizes training for liturgical ministers; extraordinary ministers of the Eucharist, lectors, servers

and all other students involved with liturgical celebrations
● Assists the choir and choir director in the selection of appropriate sacred music that will enhance

student participation at school liturgies
● Takes on the leadership role for all-school and other special Liturgies and Prayer Services
● Maintains supply of low-gluten hosts for staff/students with celiac disorder

C. Social Justice

● Nurtures students in social consciousness based on the Gospels and Catholic Social Teachings

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● Empowers work for justice and service
● Infuses the concepts of justice, peace, human dignity, and the integrity of creation into all aspects

of ministry
● Insures a pro-life presence on campus by providing students and faculty with curriculum

assistance, and the use of posters, announcements, special programs, committees, etc.
● Insures an awareness of the missions through such activities as fundraisings and inviting

missionaries as guest speakers

D. Sharing the Mission and Heritage

● Develops, integrates and oversees a program that intentionally shares with students the History,
Mission, Values, Heritage and Pedagogy of Resurrection College Prep High School

E. Preparation of Leaders for the Church

● Recruits and prepares students and staff members to serve as:
● Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, Leaders of Song, Servers at Mass and the leading of a
monthly Communion Service with Liturgy of the Word
● Leaders of the all-school morning prayer
● Leaders in planning and preparing the liturgical and seasonal decoration of the worship
space
● Leaders in faith sharing and reflections
● Assume leadership roles in Kairos and other retreats

F. Organizes and implements the school’s service program

● Oversees the development and training module for required service
● Identifies age appropriate community service opportunities that focus on the needs of the poor
● Oversees the process for post-service reflection
● Works with students and staff to identify and organize Advent and Lenten opportunities and

initiatives for helping the poor

G. Additional Job Functions

● Is visible and present on the school campus and at school activities
● Maintains a close relationship with the school chaplain, pastors and youth leaders in neighboring

parishes
● Attends and participates in opportunities for the purpose of deepening one’s own professional

and spiritual development
● Oversees the budgetary process for campus ministry
● Attends archdiocesan meetings for campus ministers
● Performs any other job-related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the President

Qualifications
• Active member of a Roman Catholic parish
• M.A. in theology or pastoral studies preferred

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• Experience in ministerial leadership
• Initiative and ability to support the school mission
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with the school community:

staff, students, parents
● Understands developmental issues of teenagers related to their faith development
Relationships
• Reports directly to the President
• Works cooperatively with Administration and staff—particularly Religious Studies Department,

Guidance Department, Dean of Students, and others to foster coordination and support of
programs and activities
• Forms and empowers student leaders

Approved: _________________________________________
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DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSON JOB DESCRIPTION

RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to the principal and works cooperatively with the
Assistant Principals, Dean of Students, and Athletic Director

QUALIFICATIONS: ￭ Possesses excellent communication skills
￭ Is highly organized and detail-oriented
￭ Is knowledgeable in his/her field
￭ 3 years prior experience at Resurrection preferred
￭ Master’s Degree preferred
￭ Able to clearly articulate how to structure and implement a
rigorous curriculum aligned with relevant standards, 21st century skills, and
Gospel values

POSITION SUMMARY:​ The role of the Department Chairperson is one of distributive leadership and
shared decision making. Much like the hub that holds a wheel together, the Chair holds the department
together, allowing each member to share responsibility for moving forward in unison. To be successful,
the chair must listen, facilitate, direct, delegate, guide, collaborate, inspire, and support. The Department
Chairperson provides leadership and creates an atmosphere of cooperation and academic excellence
within the department and throughout the school. The Chair promotes an atmosphere of openness to
current and new educational practices while seeking collaboration, creativity, and professional growth.
The Chair is responsible for promoting leadership and the effective functioning of the department as it
strives to promote the mission of Resurrection College Prep High School and to ensure the fidelity of
Catholic doctrine.

LEADERSHIP DUTIES:
￭ Attends monthly administrative department chair meetings
￭ Facilitates monthly department meetings
￭ Attends all open houses and other department specific events as needed

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assists the Administration with the selection process of new personnel by conducting initial interviews
with the Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction. Provides necessary orientation of new
personnel for the department.
2. Coordinates the selection and requisition of equipment, textbooks, and supplies.
3. Represents the department at the monthly Chairpersons meetings.
4. Presents departmental concerns, suggestions, and proposals to the Administrative team and relays
pertinent information back to his/her department members.
5. Plans and facilitates department meetings and electronically submits the agenda and minutes to the
Administrative Team.

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6. Prepares, submits, and monitors expenditures in collaboration with department members to ensure
that the department stays within the approved budget. Assists in the preparation of the yearly
departmental budget.
7. Shares decision making and responsibilities with his/her department members by providing leadership
opportunities where possible.
8. Collects, analyzes and applies pertinent data with department members to make curricular decisions
and sets instruction goals.
9. Oversees the maintenance and update of Curriculum Maps for his/her department.
10. Ensures department representation at Curriculum and Professional Development Committee
Meetings.
11. Fosters interdisciplinary cooperation with other departments.
12. Coordinates submission of all course Outlines/Syllabi and semester and final exams.
13.​ C​ onsults with the Administration regarding the teaching assignments of department members.
14. Supervises members of his/her department; offering content-area expertise and support, including
two informal classroom visits (one each semester) providing written and/or oral feedback. Written copies
will be shared with the principal.
15. Shares information regarding workshops, educational opportunities and summer programs in
content area or other relevant topics.
16. Coordinates student participation in department activities.
17. Coordinates academic and other department awards to the students.
18. Serves as a consultant for student placement if needed.
19.​ ​Promotes departmental communications amongst teachers, parents, and students regarding
students’ academic progress.
20. Submits department meeting agendas and meeting minutes electronically to the Principal and the
Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction.

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