Principal

We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team in the role of Principal starting July 1 2026. As the Principal you will play a vital role in providing leadership vision and guidance to our school community. You will be responsible for ensuring the academic excellence and spiritual development of our students while fostering a safe inclusive and nurturing environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide visionary leadership to the school community in collaboration with the Pastor that is in alignment with Catholic values and teachings.

2. Oversee the development and implementation of academic programs that meet or exceed diocesan state and national standards.

3. Foster a faith-filled and inclusive environment that promotes the spiritual moral and character development of students.

4. Recruit hire mentor and evaluate qualified teachers and staff members.

5. Collaborate with the school advisory council parents and community stakeholders to promote engagement and build positive relationships.

6. Manage the schools budget and resources effectively and transparently.

7. Ensure compliance with all diocesan policies and procedures as well as relevant federal state and local regulations.

8. Oversee student discipline fostering a culture of respect fairness and accountability.

9. Plan and lead professional development opportunities for staff to enhance their instructional skills and spiritual growth.

10. Assists to oversee support services to maintain an efficient clean safe attractive and functional facility.

11. Willingness and openness to help fill in the gaps at the school through teaching a subject (if needed) driving the schools van/bus (if needed) and other needs that may pop up.

12. Collaborate with the Pastor parish and local community to foster strong partnerships and support school initiatives.

13. All other duties as assigned in the Jefferson City Diocesan School Policy Manual.

Mission Statement:

St. Mary School is committed to educating the whole child. St. Mary School provides opportunities for spiritual moral intellectual and physical growth of each student in a loving Catholic environment. Students are encouraged to share and to serve within the school church and community while realizing their own full potential.

Education Philosophy:

The purpose of St. Mary School is to provide a Christian environment in which students learn to integrate doctrines of Catholic faith with academics an environment in which students strive to know Christ His teachings themselves and the world. Consequently St. Mary strives to foster the life of grace given to each child at Baptism as well as their personal dignity and self-esteem; emphasize the joy of learning; encourage an appreciation of beauty; and cultivate morally responsible behavior.

In order to achieve these goals St. Mary School stresses an atmosphere of shared prayer and worship; encourages an active sacramental life; asks for family involvement in the education of their children; provides an opportunity for children to achieve at his/her own personal best and to be of service to the community; and employs a teaching staff of professional educators committed to academic excellence and sharing their faith.

Description of Parish Community:

St. Mary Parish is located on the bluff of the Missouri River established in 1866. We are a farming community with many school families continuing the tradition of the family farm. We are a parish family following in the footsteps of Christ. We are a community of faith committed to worship education and service to others while making Gods love real to all who live in our community.

Role of School Advisory:

St. Mary School Advisory Council assists in goal setting formulates school policy participates in public relations and long-range planning and recommends the school budget for presentation to the finance council.

Role of Parent Support Groups:

The Home and School Association presents opportunities for two-way communication between parents and faculty. The group also conducts one annual fundraising event. Parents Grandparents and other community members volunteer in various roles throughout the school.

School Facilities:

St. Mary School was established in 1867. Our school houses grades K-8 in large spacious classrooms a computer lab art room music room and library. The lunch program is served in the 2022 a preschool room was added and is connected to the building. Our school is a short walk away from St. Mary Church which is available for student liturgies.

Requirements

Qualifications:

1. Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church and a strong commitment to Catholic education.

2. Masters degree in education or a related field (preferred) and relevant administrative certification (or be willing to work towards certification).

3. Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience preferably in a Catholic school setting.

4. Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience in school administration or a comparable leadership role.

5. Strong knowledge of curriculum development instructional strategies and educational best practices.

6. Familiarity with relevant technology tools and their integration into teaching and learning.

7. Ability to maintain a positive welcoming and respectful school culture.

8. Knowledge of current trends and challenges in Catholic education.

9. If driving the schools 24 passenger bus a CDL Drivers license with Passenger Endorsements is needed.

10. A commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.