Principal, Academic

St. John Vianney High School in Kirkwood, Missouri, offers a Catholic, college-preparatory education that transforms boys into exceptional men of character accomplishment. Sponsored by the Society of Mary, Vianney has educated young men in grades 9-12 since 1960. Vianney seeks a Principal to begin in the  school year.

Reporting to the school President, the Principal is responsible for leading and delivering the spiritual, academic, and personal formation of our students.

Ideal candidates will have the following characteristics:

• Christ-centered, mission-driven servant leader who embraces and models the community’s rich Catholic, Marianist traditions, values, and welcoming Family Spirit
• Practicing Catholic with a passion for Catholic education
• Able to design and deliver an extensive, innovative, and academically rigorous curriculum that ensures success for all students, based on high standards
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of instructional and administrative development
• Experience with the most recent research and education models as it relates to an all-boys teaching and learning environment
• Capable of establishing rapport and trust with students, faculty, staff, parent, and alumni communities
• Strategic leader who collaborates with the president and leadership team to elevate school performance
• Skilled at identifying, developing, and retaining high-quality educators, dedicated to delivering a transformational, faith-based educational experience
• Well-versed in creating the conditions for market leadership in a highly competitive, Catholic college preparatory environment; familiarity with the St. Louis market preferred
• Advanced degree in the field of education with a minimum of five years instructional and administrative experience