O'Gorman High School Principal

Overview

Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools, a vibrant pre‑school through 12th grade school system located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, is actively seeking a dynamic, mission‑driven Principal for O’Gorman High School. The position is considered open until filled and the Principal will start summer 2026 in preparation for the 2026‑2027 school year.

• Primary on‑site administrator responsible for leading all functions of the school including the spiritual, academic, and co‑curricular life of the school.
• Ensures that the mission of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools is lived out through Catholic faith formation, educational excellence, student development, and community partnership, in close collaboration with the President, Vice‑President, Assistant Principal, and Pastors.

• Practicing Catholic, in good standing with his/her parish, demonstrating active involvement in Sacramental and parish life.
• Willingness and ability to effectively make known the Catholic Church’s teachings through the varied ministry activities expected of this position.
• Willingness and ability to act as an outstanding personal witness to the Catholic faith and religion by living both one’s professional and personal life in accordance with the doctrines and moral teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, as embodied in the various documents of the Roman Catholic Church, including, without limitation, the Catechism of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Commitment to the mission, vision, and core values of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools and Catholic education:
  Core Values are Faith, Unity, Excellence, and Integrity.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Catholic philosophy of education and ability to articulate the faith in word and deed.

• Master’s degree or higher in secondary administration or educational leadership (or ability to obtain within two years of start date).
• Successful experience in Catholic school teaching and/or administration preferred.
• Minimum of five years of teaching and/or school administrative experience.
• South Dakota administrative certification/licensure (or ability to obtain within two years from start date).
• Demonstrated ability to lead faculty, manage school operations, and promote academic excellence.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

For confidential inquiries, please contact Angie Johnson, Director – Human Resources, by calling 605‑575‑3350 or email ajohnson.