PK - Principal St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School

Principal PreK-8 Saint Catherine of Siena Catholic School, Wake Forest, NC

Date Posted: 5/12/2026

Saint Catherine of Siena Catholic School is seeking a faith-filled and visionary principal who will continue to strengthen our Catholic identity, foster academic excellence, cultivate faculty leadership, and guide our growing school community into its next chapter. St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School is a vibrant and growing parish school community serving students in Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade in the Diocese of Raleigh.

Rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ and the traditions of the Catholic faith, our school partners with parents to form students spiritually, academically, socially, emotionally, creatively, and physically.

Located on a beautiful 43-acre campus in Wake Forest, St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School is a family-centered and innovative educational environment where students are known, loved authentically, challenged, and supported.

to view our Principal Search Prospectus.

Full Time, 40 hours per week.

• A practicing Catholic with a deep commitment to Catholic education and evangelization.
• A visible and faith-filled leader who fosters a joyful Catholic culture.
• A collaborative communicator who values relationships and community engagement.
• A strategic thinker capable of leading continued growth and innovation.
• An instructional leader committed to academic excellence and faculty development.
• A prudent steward of school resources and long-range planning.

• Active, fully initiated, practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.
• Commitment to collaborative ministry and Catholic education.
• Possess a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration, Leadership, or a related field.
• Possess or be eligible for North Carolina administrator licensure.
• Have a minimum of 3–5 years of teaching experience;
  Catholic school leadership experience preferred.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, financial, and communication skills.
• Exhibit proficiency with educational technology and strategic planning.
• Successfully complete all required background checks and Diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training prior to employment.

July 1, 2026

Interested, qualified candidates should apply by submitting the following materials via the online portal:
Cover letter, résumé, reference letter from a pastor, and a statement of philosophy of education. Applications will be considered upon submission, so applicants are encouraged to apply early.