Faith-Driven School Principal — Lead, Inspire & Grow

Waldo Solutions; Manistique (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $55k–$65k

Health insurance

Dental + Vision

Retirement plan

Paid sick leave

Tuition discount

Job summary

St. Francis de Sales Catholic School in Manistique, MI is seeking a Principal to lead the school and advance its Catholic mission. The role oversees religious education, academic programs, and administration in alignment with the Diocese of Marquette.

The principal fosters spiritual growth, strong community partnerships, and effective governance while guiding staff and students toward excellence in education and faith formation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or educational leadership is required.
• Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church required.
• Experience as a principal or in a school leadership role preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in an educational setting preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to lead diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the pastor on religious education aspects, including curriculum and programs.
• Serve as the school’s lead catechist and model Catholic faith.
• Integrate Gospel values and Catholic ethics into school practices.
• Support parents as faith educators and strengthen parish connections.
• Foster unity and a shared vision among faculty, staff, students, and stakeholders.
• Maintain transparent communication with school, parish, civic community, and media.
• Oversee planning, implementation, and evaluation of academic programs.
• Provide faculty training and regular meetings for continuous improvement.
• Recruit, hire, orient, supervise, and evaluate school personnel.
• Manage school operations, finances, compliance, and accreditation processes.
• Promote the school through marketing and enrollment efforts.
• Maintain key administrative documents and reporting requirements.
• Ensure a safe, welcoming environment and pursue ongoing professional growth.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong leadership

Staff recruitment

Supervision

Professional development

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or educational leadership

Job description

St. Francis de Sales Catholic School in Manistique, MI is seeking a Principal to lead the school and advance its Catholic mission. The role oversees religious education, academic programs, and administration in alignment with the Diocese of Marquette.

The principal fosters spiritual growth, strong community partnerships, and effective governance while guiding staff and students toward excellence in education and faith formation.