School Opportunities

Current Positions:

Kindergarten School Teacher
4th Grade Teacher

Parish Opportunities

Current Positions:

Director of Parish Administration and Operations

Open Positions for the 2026-2027

Elementary Teacher

The Catholic School Elementary Teacher works with the administration to carry out the educational policies of the diocese and has responsibilities that are professional, instructional, managerial, and interpersonal. At Saint Gregory the Great School, our mission calls us to educate the whole child—mind, body, and spirit—while nurturing a community rooted in faith, service, and academic excellence. Teachers are expected to facilitate the learning of each student, comply with school rules and policies, and provide for the safety of students. The teacher is hired and appraised by the Principal and is expected to abide by the established policies and procedures of the Diocese of Richmond, particularly the Office of Catholic Schools.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

Observe all school and diocesan directives, adhering to guidelines regarding curriculum
Obtain, read, and be familiar with the Staff/Faculty Handbook
Collaborate with colleagues on instructional decisions and school procedures/events
Prepare lesson plans that reflect clear objectives, effective procedures, and a range of activities to respond to individual differences
Create a positive classroom environment to support the whole child- academically and spiritually
Differentiate instruction and integrate technology to meet the needs of all students
Evaluate the performance of students in a variety of ways to measure comprehension and growth
Plan and supervise field trips as appropriate to emphasize lessons or further the education of students, following all school and diocesan guidelines
Fulfill record-keeping requirements such as attendance, report cards, and progress reports
Support and maintain positive partnerships with parents and community
Help maintain a safe environment and follow the approved procedures regarding the health and safety of the students
Maintain high professional and ethical standards in all school-related activities
Participate in diocesan and school-sponsored in-service programs and attend staff development opportunities to ensure continued professional growth
Foster Christian values and behavior among students while promoting the Catholic identity of the school through knowledge and respect for Catholic Tradition

Requirements

Professional Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree
Must be licensed and/or certified to teach your area of responsibility by the state of Virginia
Each teacher is responsible for maintaining and updating his/her own certification

Working Conditions:

This is a full-time, 10 month position. Travel time is sometimes required for diocesan meetings, field trips, and other assigned responsibilities. A classroom, necessary books, and supplies are provided by the school.

Physical Demands/Environment:

The teacher is expected to supervise students and the safe environment of the school, and may involve work in classrooms, the computer lab, the library, and other parts of our campus.

Summary

To apply: please submit a cover letter, resume, and completed Diocesan Application.
For any questions, please contact Leanna Landry, Principal at L landry@sggsvb.org.

Saint Gregory the Great Parish Positions

Director of Parish Administration & Operations

Location5345 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA, 23462, United States

Job Category: Eastern
Industry: Director, Administration and Operations, Parish Director
Employee Type: FT Salary
Required Degree: 4-Year Degree
Manage Others: Yes
Minimum Experience: 5 Years

Contact information

Name:Kelly Shumate, HR Recruiter
Email:jobs@richmonddiocese.org

Description

Saint Gregory the Great Catholic Church is seeking a Director of Parish Administration and Operations.

The Director of Parish Administration & Operations serves as the senior administrative leader of St. Gregory the Great and a key member of the parish senior leadership team. In collaboration with the Pastor, Principal and Director of Parish Life & Pastoral Ministries, this position provides comprehensive oversight of all parish and school operations to ensure excellence in stewardship, compliance, and organizational effectiveness in support of the parish mission and the teachings of the Catholic Church.

This position oversees Facilities, Finance, Stewardship, Human Resources, Safe Environment compliance, parish calendar management, and the parish Daycare, ensuring that all operational systems function efficiently, transparently, and in accordance with diocesan policies and best practices. The Director also partners closely with parish school leadership on shared operational and facilities needs, supporting coordinated stewardship of campus resources and infrastructure. Through strategic operational leadership, the Director provides both vision and practical oversight for the parish’s administrative infrastructure while exercising strong financial acumen and fiscal stewardship to safeguard parish resources and ensure long-term sustainability.

The Director of Parish Administration & Operations provides strategic leadership and day-to-day management of parish infrastructure, financial health, campus maintenance, and administrative systems so that clergy and ministry leaders may focus fully on pastoral and evangelization efforts. This role requires organizational systems thinking, strong facilities and asset management expertise, and effective personnel management and team development to cultivate a collaborative, accountable staff culture. The Director maintains vigilant risk management and compliance oversight, demonstrates consistent discretion and confidentiality, and exercises collaborative leadership within a parish environment, partnering with clergy, staff, and volunteers to advance the mission and life of the parish community.

Requirements

· Qualification:

Bachelor’s Degree required; degree in Business Administration, Finance, Operations Management, or related field preferred
Minimum 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in administration, finance, operations, or facilities management
Demonstrated experience overseeing a multi-building campus and managing facility maintenance and capital projects
Strong financial management background, including budgeting and reporting
Experience supervising staff across multiple operational areas
Practicing Catholic in good standing preferred
Knowledge of diocesan structures and parish life strongly preferred
Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and parish management/accounting systems
Understanding of employment law and HR best practices

Working Conditions:

This position is full-time and based out of the St. Gregory the Great Parish. It is primarily office-based with frequent campus presence. Conditions include:

Regular interaction across the entire parish campus, including multiple buildings
Occasional evening or weekend responsibilities
Position will require lifting up to 30 pounds, regular walking of the campus grounds, and site inspections
Occasional diocesan meetings and training

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Summary

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter of interest, resume, and completed application.

For any questions, please contact Kelly Shumate, HR Generalist / Recruiter, at jobs@richmonddiocese.org.

For my information about Saint Gregory the Great Catholic Church visit stgregoryvabeach.org/

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