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The Franciscan School is part of the Education Ministry of the Catholic Community of St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Raleigh, North Carolina. The K—8th grade school was established in 2000 and is rooted in the Franciscan tradition. It provides a learning environment that embraces the Gospel values of the Roman Catholic faith.
Successful applicants would be responsible for working together with the entire faculty and the administrative team to provide a safe and academically challenging environment - one that builds upon the charism of the Catholic Church and our Franciscan traditions, to form our students as fine young men and women prepared for their future academically, socially, and morally.
Candidates must pass a background check and have NC teaching licensure or be able to obtain NC teaching licensure. Preferred candidates will have teaching experience in education and a record of excellence.
If you are interested in joining a dynamic educational environment and working with dedicated professionals to provide an academically challenging experience for our students, please send a cover letter that includes your educational philosophy and the position in which you have interest and your resume with three references to tfsresume@stfrancisraleigh.org.
The Franciscan School is seeking a faith-filled and visionary principal who will continue to strengthen our Catholic identity, foster academic excellence, cultivate faculty leadership, and guide our growing school community into its next chapter.
The Franciscan School is a Catholic school serving grades K-8 in Raleigh, North Carolina. Founded as part of the 35-acre parish, our school strives to embody and advance the generosity, hospitality, and hope of the Franciscan tradition. Offering a high-quality education in a warm environment built on these traditions, we seek to instill the values of faith, academics, and service in every student - and we consider it a great privilege to shape young minds and develop strong, compassionate leaders. We invite families of all backgrounds and traditions to join our community and experience the benefits of an exceptional Catholic education.
CLICK HERE to view our Principal Search Prospectus
The successful candidate will be:
- A practicing Catholic with a deep commitment to Catholic education and evangelization.
- A visible and faith-filled leader who fosters a joyful Catholic culture.
- A collaborative communicator who values relationships and community engagement.
- A strategic thinker capable of leading continued growth and innovation.
- An instructional leader committed to academic excellence and faculty development.
- A prudent steward of school resources and long-range planning.
Minimum Requirements:
- Active, fully initiated, practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.
- Commitment to collaborative ministry and Catholic education.
- Possess a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration, Leadership, or a related field.
- Possess or be eligible for North Carolina administrator licensure.
- Have a minimum of 3–5 years of teaching experience; Catholic school leadership experience preferred.
- Demonstrate strong organizational, financial, and communication skills.
- Exhibit proficiency with educational technology and strategic planning.
- Successfully complete all required background checks and Diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training prior to employment.
Please see the posting here for the application requirements and process.
Key responsibilities:
- instruct students in math curriculum, per diocesan guidelines
- serve as an advisor to small group of Middle School students, providing a safe place for them to strengthen academic and social-emotional competencies
- integrate technology and innovations into classes
- Understand the content, create cross-curricular connections, and design instructional plans that include higher order thinking
- Collaborate with colleagues and administration in order to provide successful educational, faith-filled experiences for students
- Offer an elective based upon personal and student interests
Minimum Requirements:
- Candidates must have NC teaching licensure or have the qualifications to obtain NC teaching licensure
- Employment is contingent upon applicant satisfactorily passing criminal background and reference checks
- Must complete diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education, math or related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience teaching Middle School Math
- Experience with technology and its integration into the curriculum
Send resume and letter of interest to: tfsresume@stfrancisraleigh.org
Key responsibilities:
- Assist the lead teacher in creating a classroom environment that is consistent with the mission of the school and the parish
- Provide classroom support to the lead teacher by providing general assistance with daily tasks, planning for lessons, small group assistance, supervision of students, and assistance with special projects, such as field trips
- Supervise students during lunch and recess
- Collaborate as a member of the team to provide academic excellence for the students
Minimum Requirements:
- Employment is contingent upon applicant satisfactorily passing criminal background and reference checks
- Must complete diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience working with elementary-aged students.
Send resume and letter of interest to: tfsresume@stfrancisraleigh.org
The Franciscan School is seeking energetic candidates with a positive attitude and love of children to work in our Bridges Afterschool Program. Hours and days of the week are flexible, Monday thru Friday 3pm – 6pm. Bridges staff are responsible for the supervision and well-being of students in our program. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and successfully complete the Diocesan background check. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to tfsresume@stfrancisraleigh.org or contract Trish.Adamkowski@stfrancisraleigh.org to obtain an application.
St. Francis Preschool has openings for Teacher Assistants for the 2026/27 school year. We are seeking enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about providing a faith filled education experience to the children enrolled in our preschool. The teacher assistant will support the lead teacher in providing a faith filled education experience, sharing in the responsibilities for the safety and physical well-being of the children. The assistant teacher will engage the children in play and activities that are age and developmentally appropriate.
To apply: If interested in joining our wonderful preschool staff, please send resume and cover letter to Heidi Hobler at Heidi.hobler@stfrancisraleigh.org.
Position Summary:
The maintenance technician is responsible for ensuring all areas of the campus are in good repair, maintaining a safe environment and professional appearance of all campus buildings.
Key responsibilities:
- Perform needed maintenance and repairs on all parish buildings, facilities and grounds, which include our two schools
- Perform emergency maintenance to include pest control, plumbing repair, minor electrical repairs, assisting in snow and ice removal, painting, and troubleshooting mechanical equipment
- Assist in setting up/taking down events and parish activities
- Respond to fire, security, and panic alarms
- Conduct periodic inspections on emergency equipment including fire alarms, emergency lights, AED’s, First Aid Kits, generators, etc.
- Ability to work varying shifts when assigned, if needed, and participate on a rotating basis at liturgies and other special events when needed.
Minimum Requirements:
- Education
- 2 year degree in facility management or construction trade, or at least 3 years experience in aforementioned fields or in a general maintenance role
- Other Requirements
- Experience in reading building plans, schematic diagrams and instructional manuals.
- Ability to lift/move 50 pounds at times
- Strong communication and customer service skills, as this position will interact with employees, volunteers, parishioners and vendors.
- Ability walk, sit, talk, hear, climb ladders, operate equipment and tools (such as: computer, hand tools, power tools and specialized tools)
- Familiar with:
i. carpentry, drywall and related construction products,
ii. plumbing technology (connections, fittings, shut off for pvc, black pipe, copper, drain lines, toilets, commercial flush valves, etc.)
iii. electrical technology (conduit, 110v, 277 v, romex, low voltage lines and switches, basic alarm panels, etc.)
- Required to move furnishings and set up/break down for events.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Employment is contingent upon applicant’s satisfactorily passing criminal background and reference checks
- Must complete diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training within 30 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with plumbing repair work
- Bi-lingual (Spanish)
To Apply
Interested applications should submit a resume and cover letter to: search.committee@stfrancisraleigh.org or email search.committee@stfrancisraleigh.org for an application.
https://dioceseofraleigh.org/employment