Head of School

LA Catholics; Inglewood (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Life insurance & AD&D

Paid time off

Professional development

Spiritual growth opportunities

Job summary

St. Mary’s Academy in Inglewood, California, is seeking a qualified Head of School to lead a Catholic, girls’ college preparatory high school with a long tradition of service and academic excellence.

The ideal candidate will hold a master’s degree, a secondary teaching credential, and a minimum of five years of teaching and administrative leadership experience at the secondary level, with a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and student formation. St.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will hold a master’s degree and a secondary teaching credential.
• Minimum of five years of teaching and administrative leadership at the secondary level.
• Practicing Catholic preferred; alignment with mission and values of Saint Mary’s Academy.

Responsibilities

• Lead St. Mary’s Academy as Head of School, modeling spiritual, educational, and social leadership.
• Oversee the secondary education program and administrative operations.
• Advance the mission and values of the Catholic all-girls school in the LA area.

Skills

Educational leadership

Strategic planning

Catholic school experience

Education

Master's degree

Secondary teaching credential

Job description

Head of School Salary: $115,000 – $155,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

07/30/2026

Expires

09/13/2026

Description

St. Mary’s Academy, located in Inglewood, California, is currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Head of School. St. Mary’s Academy is an accredited, Catholic, girls’, college preparatory high school for young women, in the tradition of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet. St. Mary’s is the longest, continuously operating Catholic high school within Los Angeles, with 130+ years of shaping women of distinction who are committed to life-long learning and service.

The school enrolls approximately 250 students, is staffed by 30 dedicated certified and classified persons, and is governed by a Board of Directors. Together with the students’ families, the administration, faculty, and staff are committed to forming a Christian community that nurtures and challenges each young woman to attain her full potential. The distinctive characteristics of St. Mary’s education are based in the conviction that a young woman finds character and expression in service of others. This education promotes the formation and integral development of young women from various backgrounds and cultures and provides opportunities for the development of contemporary leadership—all while preserving the spirit that has made St. Mary’s academy unique for more than a century.

St. Mary’s Academy is seeking a candidate who will serve as a model of educational, spiritual, and social leadership for our school community. The preferred candidate will be a practicing Catholic who demonstrates a deep commitment to the mission, values, and educational philosophy of St. Mary’s Academy as an all-girls Catholic school. The ideal candidate will possess a master’s degree, a secondary teaching credential, and a minimum of five years of teaching and administrative leadership experience at the secondary level. Compensation will be competitive within the Los Angeles Archdiocese and commensurate with the applicant’s education and experience. Interested candidates are invited to learn more about Saint Mary’s Academy by visiting the school’s website: http://smabelles.org .

Employment Classification

• Full-Time, Exempt

Salary Range and Benefits

• Salary: $115,000 – $155,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions in accordance with the School’s retirement plan eligibility requirements.
• Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Paid Personal Time Off (PTO) and designated school holidays.
• Professional development and leadership development opportunities.
• Opportunities for spiritual growth and faith formation through retreats, liturgical celebrations, and participation in the life and mission of the Catholic school community.

Background Screening
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check, Live Scan fingerprinting, reference checks, and compliance with all safe environment requirements, including VIRTUS training and Mandated Reporter training.

Work Authorization
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility will be verified in accordance with federal law.

Equal Employment Opportunity
St. Mary’s Academy is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and California employment laws. As a Catholic school sponsored by the St. Joseph Educational Ministries, the School reserves the rights afforded to religious employers under applicable law.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess a master’s degree, a secondary teaching credential, and a minimum of five years of teaching and administrative leadership experience at the secondary level. Compensation will be competitive within the Los Angeles Archdiocese and commensurate with the applicant’s education and experience. Interested candidates are invited to learn more about Saint Mary’s Academy by visiting the school’s website: http://smabelles.org.

Wage Range
The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.