Elementary School Principal

Archdiocese of Omaha; Nebraska; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Angels Central Catholic School in West Point, Nebraska, seeks an experienced Elementary School Principal to lead with a focus on academics, faith formation, and community partnership.

As chief executive and spiritual leader, you will guide staff, ensure instructional excellence, and foster a safe, faith-filled environment that supports student success and family engagement.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in educational leadership or related field required.
• Nebraska Administrative Certificate or eligibility required.
• Practicing Catholic and aligned with Catholic education mission.
• Experience leading elementary education and collaborative leadership is preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and collaborative leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• The Principal serves as chief executive, instructional, and spiritual leader of GACC.
• Oversees academic excellence, faith formation, staff development, and daily operations.
• Fosters a safe, respectful, and faith-filled learning environment.
• Engages families and community to strengthen relationships and shared responsibility.

Skills

Catholic Identity & Mission Leadership

Instructional Leadership & Academic Ex

Faculty & Staff Leadership

Student Support & School Climate

Operations, Compliance & Governance

Family & Community Engagement

Education

Master’s degree in educational leadership or related field

Nebraska Administrative Certificate or eligibility

Practicing Catholic alignment with mission

Elementary leadership experience preferred

Strong communication & organizational skills

Job description

Guardian Angels Central Catholic School - West Point

Not Sure

Full-Time

Location

Name of Facility: Guardian Angels Central Catholic
Address
419 E. Decatur Street
West Point, Nebraska
68788

Submitted By

Name: Katie Alitz
Email: [e-mail]

Description

Department: Education
Reports to: GACC President

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

The Elementary School Principal of Guardian Angels Central Catholic (GACC) serves as the chief executive, instructional, and spiritual leader of the school, advancing the mission and vision of Catholic education. The principal oversees academic excellence, faith formation, staff development, and daily operations, cultivating a safe, respectful, and faith-filled learning environment. Through collaborative leadership, clear expectations, and strong community engagement, this role fosters student success, supports staff effectiveness, and strengthens relationships with families; promoting a culture rooted in faithful Catholic identity, accountability, and shared responsibility. Full job description: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ogjho2wnYHlMkr_zZAP0iHAf3zbI-b-G/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=116591151132471993206&rtpof=true&sd=true

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Catholic Identity & Mission Leadership
• Instructional Leadership & Academic Excellence
• Faculty & Staff Leadership
• Student Support & School Climate
• Operations, Compliance & Governance Support
• Family & Community Engagement

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in educational leadership, Administration, or a related field required
• Valid Nebraska Administrative Certificate or eligibility to obtain certification required
• Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education; practicing Catholic required
• Demonstrated leadership experience at the elementary level preferred
• Strong skills in communication, organization, problem-solving, and collaborative leadership required

Start Date

7/1/2027