Apolonio Latar

Experienced leader, educator, and relationship builder with over 10 years of experience leading teams, advising individuals, and communicating complex information clearly. Proven ability to build trust, solve problems, coach others, and manage competing priorities in fast-paced environments. Recognized for professionalism, integrity, and exceptional interpersonal skills.

Headmaster - Chesterton Academy of Christ the King - Alexandria, VA

(2026-07)

• Began foundational planning and leadership work in February 2026 prior to formal contract start.
• Led the launch and development of a new private high school, overseeing operations, family engagement, and student support.
• Guide families through admissions, onboarding, and academic planning with clarity, empathy, and strong communication.
• Build relationships with parents and community partners to support school growth.
• Recruit, hire, and train faculty.

Assistant Principal / Academic Dean of Curriculum - St. Paul VI Catholic High School

(2023-06 - 2026-06)

• Led strategic initiatives across multiple academic departments while managing competing priorities.
• Served as Internal Coordinator for system-wide reaccreditation, leading policy review, documentation, and quality assurance—parallel to regulatory and compliance work in financial services.
• Built trusted relationships with faculty, parents, administrators, and community stakeholders.
• Coached, mentored, and evaluated faculty to improve performance and professional growth.
• Facilitated collaborative meetings focused on problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Coordinated large organizational projects, including curriculum planning and accreditation.
• Analyzed performance data to improve organizational outcomes.
• Served as a trusted advisor to school leadership on strategic initiatives.

Department Chair - St. Paul VI Catholic High School

(2020-08 - 2023-06)

• Led a team of ten educators while fostering accountability and professional development.
• Managed hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations.
• Collaborated across departments to improve organizational effectiveness.
• Developed new programs that increased engagement and strengthened outcomes.

Teacher - St. Paul VI Catholic High School

(2016-08 - 2026-06)

• Built lasting relationships with hundreds of students and families through individualized guidance.
• Communicated complex concepts in clear, engaging, and accessible ways.
• Helped individuals identify goals and develop personalized plans for success.

Adjunct Professor - St. Bernard's School of Theology and Ministry

(2020-08)

• Teaches graduate-level courses while mentoring adult learners and presenting complex material clearly.

Teacher - Our Lady of Good Counsel High School

(2013-08 - 2015-06)

• Delivered individualized instruction and collaborated with families to support student success.

Master of Education - Administration and Supervision - Marymount University Arlington, VA

Bachelor of Sacred Theology - Sacred Theology - Pontifical Lateran University Rome, Italy

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy - Rutgers University New Brunswick, NJ