Principal, Education Administration

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area.

The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.

The Principal provides leadership for St. Frances Cabrini Academy (K–8), ensuring a strong Catholic identity, high academic standards, and a supportive, mission‑driven school environment. Oversees daily operations, faculty, students, and community relationships.

Leadership & Administration:

• Lead school in alignment with Catholic mission and values.
• Implement and support a rigorous, faith-based curriculum.
• Supervise and evaluate faculty and staff; support professional development.
• Ensure compliance with Archdiocesan and state standards.
• Collaborate with Pastor Designate and school board on vision, planning, and policy.

Spiritual Formation:

• Promote a culture of faith, prayer, and Gospel-centered living.
• Support school Masses, prayer services, and sacramental prep.
• Model Catholic values in leadership and daily interactions.
• Encourage integration of Catholic identity in classroom instruction.
• Oversee curriculum development, assessment, and implementation.
• Support effective instructional strategies and technology use.
• Ensure inclusive, positive classroom environments and differentiated instruction.

Student Development:

• Support academic, emotional, and spiritual growth of students.
• Promote leadership, character development, and social‑emotional programs.
• Address behavioral issues fairly, consistently, and in line with Catholic values.

Communication & Community Relations:

• Serve as main communicator with families, faculty, parish, and community.
• Maintain strong relationships with families of diverse backgrounds.
• Promote a welcoming, inclusive environment for all.
• Encourage parent involvement and community engagement.
• Oversee school budget and responsible use of resources.
• Collaborate on tuition, financial planning, and resource allocation.
• Support fundraising, grants, donor engagement, and school events.

• Practicing Catholic in good standing.
• Master’s degree in Education or Educational Leadership (preferred).
• Minimum 5 years in education, including 3+ in leadership (Catholic school preferred).
• Strong skills in staff supervision, curriculum oversight, and student support.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with budgeting and school operations.
• Ability to lead in a diverse, multicultural environment.

Preferred:

• Experience in multicultural school settings.
• Spanish language ability.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

Pre-Employment Screening:
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.

We are a unique community—diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed.

Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That’s why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence.

As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we’re working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews—we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.