High School Principal

Kansas City, KS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 16 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

POSITION TITLE: High School Principal
FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Full Time/Exempt (12-month)
REPORTS TO: President

Notre Dame de Sion High School an independent Catholic and interfaith school in Kansas City serves approximately 320 young women through a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum and innovative experiential learning. Rooted in the values of love respect openness and hope Sion empowers students to grow in confidence and use their gifts to create a more just and compassionate world.

With small class sizes and a relationship-based approach faculty foster intellectual social and spiritual growth. Educators collaborate across disciplines contribute to vibrant student life and shape a culture of belonging and curiosity.

Sion seeks a dynamic visionary Principal to lead the high school beginning June 1 2026. Reporting to the President and serving on the Senior Leadership Team the Principal oversees strategic and operational leadership for 323 students and 45 faculty and staff in grades 912.

Responsibilities

Provide visionary academic leadership ensuring excellence in curriculum instruction and faculty development.
Recruit supervise and evaluate faculty and staff; oversee scheduling academic programs and student assessment.
Foster a positive inclusive student culture aligned with Catholic values; support student life programs and campus safety.
Build strong relationships with parents and the community through transparent communication and engagement.
Collaborate with Admissions and Philanthropy teams to support enrollment marketing and advancement initiatives.
Model Catholic faith and integrate mission into all aspects of school life; lead retreats liturgies and service programs.
Manage budgets and daily operations in partnership with school leadership; ensure compliance and strategic alignment.
Report to the President and Board; lead strategic planning accreditation and initiatives tied to the schools vision.

Qualifications:

Practicing Catholic with a strong commitment to faith-based education.
Experienced educator and proven instructional leader with demonstrated success in faculty development academic innovation student life community engagement and strategic planning.
Undergraduate and advanced degree required.
State-approved administrative credential preferred.
At least five years of administrative experience is highly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with students parents faculty and staff; skilled at reading social cues and group dynamics to foster a positive school environment.
Proven track record of managing complex workloads prioritizing effectively and balancing competing priorities without compromising quality.
Experience in cultivating team morale and creating a collaborative mission-driven school culture.
Exceptional communication skills both written and verbal with experience engaging parents and community stakeholders in meaningful ways.
Deep understanding of curriculum and instruction with the ability to advance teaching and learning; high school experience required middle school experience preferred.
Ability to analyze and synthesize data to inform decisions identify key levers for improvement and drive measurable outcomes.
Commitment to the schools mission and values with demonstrated ability to integrate them into leadership practices.
Proven success leading across lines of difference and fostering an inclusive environment; experience implementing DEI initiatives in educational settings.

Physical Requirements

Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods (e.g. working at a desk attending meetings).
Ability to move about the campus to observe classrooms attend events and interact with students and staff.
Ability to communicate effectively in person and by phone including clear verbal and auditory communication.
Ability to lift and carry materials (up to 20 lbs) for events meetings or classroom activities.
Ability to attend and participate in school functions including evening and weekend events.
Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations including walking or standing for extended periods.
Visual acuity to read printed materials and computer screens and to supervise students in various settings.

Additional Salary Information: This is a full-time 12-month position. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include: Health Dental and Vision Insurance Long- and Short-Term Disability Insurance and Retirement.

Provide visionary academic leadership ensuring excellence in curriculum instruction and faculty development.
Recruit supervise and evaluate faculty and staff; oversee scheduling academic programs and student assessment.
Foster a positive inclusive student culture aligned with Catholic values; support student life programs and campus safety.
Build strong relationships with parents and the community through transparent communication and engagement.
Collaborate with Admissions and Philanthropy teams to support enrollment marketing and advancement initiatives.
Model Catholic faith and integrate mission into all aspects of school life; lead retreats liturgies and service programs.
Manage budgets and daily operations in partnership with school leadership; ensure compliance and strategic alignment.
Report to the President and Board; lead strategic planning accreditation and initiatives tied to the schools vision.

Qualifications:

Practicing Catholic with a strong commitment to faith-based education.
Experienced educator and proven instructional leader with demonstrated success in faculty development academic innovation student life community engagement and strategic planning.
Undergraduate and advanced degree required.
State-approved administrative credential preferred.
At least five years of administrative experience is highly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with students parents faculty and staff; skilled at reading social cues and group dynamics to foster a positive school environment.
Proven track record of managing complex workloads prioritizing effectively and balancing competing priorities without compromising quality.
Experience in cultivating team morale and creating a collaborative mission-driven school culture.
Exceptional communication skills both written and verbal with experience engaging parents and community stakeholders in meaningful ways.
Deep understanding of curriculum and instruction with the ability to advance teaching and learning; high school experience required middle school experience preferred.
Ability to analyze and synthesize data to inform decisions identify key levers for improvement and drive measurable outcomes.
Commitment to the schools mission and values with demonstrated ability to integrate them into leadership practices.
Proven success leading across lines of difference and fostering an inclusive environment; experience implementing DEI initiatives in educational settings.

Physical Requirements

Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods (e.g. working at a desk attending meetings).
Ability to move about the campus to observe classrooms attend events and interact with students and staff.
Ability to communicate effectively in person and by phone including clear verbal and auditory communication.
Ability to lift and carry materials (up to 20 lbs) for events meetings or classroom activities.
Ability to attend and participate in school functions including evening and weekend events.
Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations including walking or standing for extended periods.
Visual acuity to read printed materials and computer screens and to supervise students in various settings.

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Notre Dame De Sion

An independent, Roman Catholic school, Notre Dame de Sion of Kansas City welcomes students of all faiths. With two campuses in Kansas City – a co-ed grade school for ages 2 through 8th grade and a college-preparatory high school for girls – Sion is part of a global network of 22 schoo ... View more

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