Principal, Education Administration

Overview

All Saints School, a diocesan school in the Diocese of Bridgeport, Connecticut seeks an accomplished, faith-filled educator to serve as Principal, a senior leadership role within a Catholic school governed by a Head of School model. In this model, the Head of School reports directly to the Superintendent of Schools. The Principal reports directly to the Head of School, serves as a member of the school’s Executive Administration, and works in close partnership with parents, faculty, and diocesan staff to ensure a cohesive, mission-aligned educational experience across all divisions.

Rooted in the mission of the Catholic Church, the Principal plays a vital role in advancing academic excellence, spiritual formation, and the holistic development of students from Early Childhood through Grade 8.

Mission and Catholic Identity

At the heart of All Saints Catholic School is a commitment to forming students intellectually, spiritually, morally, and socially in accordance with the teachings of the Catholic Church. The Principal serves as a visible and authentic witness to the faith, ensuring that Catholic identity permeates curriculum, culture, discipline, and community life. In collaboration with the Head of School, the Principal safeguards and strengthens the school’s Catholic mission, fostering a Christ-centered environment where students are called to excellence, service, and discipleship.

Position Overview

The Principal provides day-to-day academic and instructional leadership for the school and has direct supervisory responsibility for the Lead Teachers in the following divisions:

• Early Childhood Center (PreK 3 and
  4)
• Lower School (K-4)
• Upper School (5-8)

Through these leaders, the Principal ensures consistency, alignment, and high standards across all divisions while honoring the developmental needs of each stage of learning. The Principal is both a strategic leader and relational presence, balancing instructional oversight with pastoral care for students, faculty, and families.

Academic and Instructional Leadership

• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of a rigorous, mission-aligned curriculum across all divisions of the school.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate Lead Teachers, fostering professional growth and instructional excellence.
• Ensure vertical and horizontal alignment of curriculum from Early Childhood through Grade 8.
• Promote the use of data-informed practices to support student achievement and instructional improvement.

Faculty Leadership and Collaboration

• Cultivate a professional culture rooted in trust, accountability, collaboration, and shared mission.
• Partner with the Head of School on faculty hiring, evaluation, retention, and professional development.
• Support Lead Teachers in coaching faculty and address instructional or performance concerns.
• Promote faculty formation in Catholic identity and effective pedagogy.

Student Formation and Well-Being

• Oversee student life, discipline, and pastoral care in a manner consistent with Catholic values and teachings.
• Partner with faculty and parents to support the intellectual, emotional, and spiritual growth of each child.
• Ensure that student policies and practices reflect dignity, justice, and mercy.

Partnership with Parents

• Serve as a collaborative partner with parents, recognizing families as the primary educators of their children.
• Communicate clearly, compassionately, and proactively with parents regarding academic programs, student support, and school culture.
• Foster a strong sense of community marked by mutual respect and shared responsibility for student formation.

Executive Leadership and Governance

The Principal serves as a member of the Head of School’s Administrative Team, collaborating closely with senior leaders, including:

• Chief Financial Officer
• Office Operations Manager
• Advancement Director
• Enrollment Management Director
• Social and Emotional Learning Counselor

As part of this executive team, the Principal contributes to strategic planning, institutional decision-making, and the long-term sustainability of the school, ensuring that academic priorities are integrated with financial stewardship, enrollment goals,…