Principal; K-5 - St. Mary, Fort Scott

Location:

St. Mary’s Catholic School - Fort Scott

Date Available:

07/01/2026

Mary Queen of Angels Parish is seeking a dynamic building principal for grades K‑6. Join a talented faculty, with approximately 75 outstanding students.

• Practicing Catholic stewards committed to a mission of forming disciples of Jesus Christ
• Eligible for Kansas licensure as administrators
• Passionate about Catholic education; innovative and visionary
• Background in Curriculum Development preferred
• Background in Enrollment Management preferred

• Cooperates with the pastor to carry out the Church's teaching mission in the school. Promulgates teachings consistent with established Catholic principles and conducts oneself at all times in a manner consistent with Catholic moral standards.
• Communicates with the pastor on all matters concerning the school, particularly on legal and financial matters.
• Builds a faith community among faculty, staff, and families, modeling and promoting Catholic virtues through word and action.
• Responsible for hiring highly qualified, fully licensed teachers and following diocesan non‑renewal or termination procedures.
• Visits classrooms regularly to observe teaching, promote implementation of approved curriculum, provide constructive feedback, evaluate teachers, and monitor student achievement.
• Provides spiritual formation and professional development opportunities for faculty.
• Cooperates with the CSO in all matters pertaining to diocesan policy, guidelines, and programs, and consults with the CSO on all matters that could legally affect the school.
• Supervises the operation of the building and facilities to maintain safety and efficiency.
• Collaborates with the School Council.
• Oversees all school athletic and activity programs.
• Exercises jurisdiction in the pastor's name over any fundraising or development activity carried on by the school or in the school's name by any organization.
• Manages budget according to diocesan guidelines.
• Meets the requirements of the Diocesan Catholic School Formation and Certification program and the diocesan program for the protection of children (VIRTUS).
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Superintendent and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Kansas Administrative License

A minimum of five years of successful teaching experience at the elementary level, preferably in more than one grade level.

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Exempt