Elementary Principal - St. Mary - Sycamore

Job Type Full-time Description Elementary Principal Job Description Reports to: Pastor of St. Mary Parish Start Date: July 1, 2026 Salary Range: $65,000 to $75,000 Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience Hours: Minimum 40 per week/Full Time Salaried, Exempt Benefits: Health Insurance, Pension, Vacation, Sick and Personal Days, Holidays, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Paid Personal Time Off: Full Description Principal: Role Description The essential ministerial role of the Catholic school principal is to provide leadership and vision for the development of an active faith and academic community that provides for the nurturing and complete growth of the children entrusted to their care. This role is best accomplished in collaboration with the staff and by the organization and administration of school resources to achieve this school's established goals. This role involves responsibility for the following areas: faith community student services policy public relations personal/professional development personnel curriculum and instruction finance general administrative responsibilities enrollment and advancement physical plant community outreach and engagement Requirements GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIESProvides for the day-to-day operations of the school.FAITH COMMUNITYFosters a climate of faith community. 1. assumes leadership in faith formation of staff and students 2. ensures that basic teachings of our faith are taught 3. provides prayer/liturgical experiences for staff and students 4. encourages and develops a spirit of Christian service 5. articulates and facilitates conflict resolution 6. collaborates with DRE/CRE in implementing the parish vision and mission statement 7. participates in experiences of faith development with members of the pastoral staff so that a shared ministry may grow SCHOOL PHILOSOPHYArticulates and implements the Catholic philosophy of the school. 1. incorporates the parish vision and mission statement into the school philosophy 2. initiates periodic philosophy review 3. ensures that programs and activities of the school reflect the school philosophy 4. communicates the philosophy and goals of the school POLICYEnsures the implementation of diocesan policies and procedures. 1. provides leadership and service to the education commission 2. informs the commission and staff about diocesan and local policies 3. prepares necessary background information and recommends local policies needed to the commission PERSONNELProvides for the supervision and growth of personnel. 1. follows diocesan policies and procedures in the employment and termination of personnel 2. follows diocesan and parish policies, regulations, and guidelines in training and certification of catechists 3. formulates and communicates the philosophy and objectives of the school 4. implements ongoing, systematic, and cooperative evaluations of staff personnel according to diocesan and local procedures CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONProvides effective instructional leadership of programs which reflect the unique Catholic character of the school. 1. initiates and develops strategies for curriculum planning 2. articulates and implements instructional goals and objectives 3. provides materials and resources to meet the various needs and talents of students 4. establishes and maintains an orderly school environment that promotes learning through student self-discipline consistent with Gospel values and Christian principles 5. directs, supervises, and assesses the instructional program 6. provides for staff development STUDENT SERVICESEstablishes student policies and procedures. 1. arranges systematic procedures for the continued assessment and reporting of student progress 2. manages enrollment and attendance policies and procedures 3. publishes academic and behavior expectations of students 4. provides for student health, welfare, and safety on school property 5. develops and coordinates the co-curricular programs sponsored by the school PUBLIC RELATIONSEstablishes, promotes, and nurtures an atmosphere of goodwill and rapport with the school's various publics. 1. communicates the unique Catholic character, values, and accomplishments of the school 2. promotes a spirit of cooperation among parents, students, staff and parish 3. provides vehicles of communication 4. assesses community reactions PERSONAL/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTPursues opportunities for growth. 1. grows spiritually through prayer and shared faith experiences 2. continues to advance professionally through reading, seminars, conferences, and further study 3. participates in principals' meetings, institutes, and other diocesan programs FINANCEExercises fiscal responsibility. 1. prepares, implements, and monitors the school budget 2. provides for a system of internal accounting 3. administers school purchasing 4. gives periodic budget reports to the commission ADVANCEMENT, ENROLLMENT, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTLeads school through mission-focused and purposeful growth strategies. 1. develops and executes strategic plans for enrollment growth, fundraising, and alumni engagement 2. cultivates relationships with donors, community partners, and other stakeholders 3. collaborates with the Catholic Education Office, Diocese Charitable Giving/Finance Offices, and advancement teams to enhance enrollment, marketing, communications, and outreach efforts PHYSICAL PLANTSupervises the custodial care and maintenance of the physical plant. 1. assures the implementation of fire, tornado and health and safety codes 2. assures standards of cleanliness, ventilation, and safety 3. coordinates the use of school's physical plants, its needs, and the correction of unsatisfactory conditions POSITION REQUIREMENTS 1. Practicing Catholic in full communion with the Catholic Church and commitment to its mission and teachings 2. Master's degree in education with ISBE Type 75 licensure 3. Minimum of five years of leadership experience in Catholic education or a related field Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders 5. Ability to create basic documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and emails using MS Word, Excel, Power Point, MS Outlook, Google Workspace, Google Education, Canva, and FACTS Management 6. Knowledge of the National Standards and Benchmarks for Effective Catholic Elementary and Secondary Schools (NSBECS, Second Edition)

Created: 2026-03-05