High School Principal - Academy Holy Names

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The Academy of the Holy Names’ next High School Principal will work in close collaboration with the President to develop and support the school’s policies, direction, and vision. The High School Principal will have primary responsibility for the High School’s day-to-day operation and be its key instructional leader. (S) he will be able to take advantage of the division’s recent programmatic growth and oversee the development and furthering of a curriculum relevant to today's young women, consistent with the school’s SNJM core values and mission.

The High School Principal will be responsible for supervising and working closely with a dedicated and caring faculty and staff in implementing all programs across the high school. The Principal will also lead efforts to support departmental leaders across admissions, advancement, campus ministry, and athletics for the high school.

Key

Qualifications:

• Enthusiastic practicing Catholic who is a Christ-centered servant leader who embraces, models, and champions Catholic education and will be willing to provide witness to how they live and grow in their own faith.
• Will be eager to learn, embody, and promote the charism and core values of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary.
• Advanced degree in an education-related field.
• A minimum of five years of instructional experience at the high school level.
• At least three years of administrative leadership experience in a private and/or Catholic school.

Skills and Personal Qualities:

• Strong academic leadership. An educational leader who sustains AHN’s high academic standards, thoughtfully supports diverse learners, and advances curriculum coherence and vertical alignment. Someone who uses evidence of student learning to guide improvement and promotes engaging instruction, sound assessment, and the development of independent, critical thinkers.
• Understanding of adolescent girls and commitment to their flourishing. A leader who understands the developmental needs, strengths, and pressures of teenage girls, including academic expectations, peer relationships, and social media. Someone who strengthens belonging and student voice, cultivates confidence and resilience, encourages growing independence, and partners effectively with counseling and student support professionals.
• Servant leadership and humility. A leader who listens first, seeks to understand, recognizes the expertise and contributions of others, and leads with confidence, integrity, and the highest level of professionalism. Someone who demonstrates self-awareness, welcomes feedback, and models emotional maturity.
• Exceptional relational and communication skills. An approachable and visible leader who builds authentic relationships with students, faculty, families, and colleagues; communicates clearly and proactively; collaborates effectively across divisions and departments; and embraces and celebrates the broader Tampa community.
• Stewardship of tradition and strategic change leadership. A leader who honors AHN’s Catholic identity, traditions, and established strengths and brings demonstrated experience developing and implementing change management strategies. The Principal should engage stakeholders, establish clear priorities, communicate the rationale for change, sequence implementation realistically, support faculty and staff through transitions, and use feedback and evidence to…