High School Principal

Diocese of Green Bay; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Diocese of Green Bay is seeking a High School Principal to manage Xavier High School within the St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System. The Principal will provide instructional and faith leadership in a Catholic learning community and collaborate with system leaders and campus staff to fulfill the mission.

The role emphasizes overseeing instruction, campus operations, and a strong Catholic identity, guiding staff, students, and families toward academic excellence and faith development.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education and/or Administration, or working toward a degree.
• Current Wisconsin Administrator license (Principal License: 5051) or working toward an Administrator license.
• At least five years of teaching experience required; experience in a Catholic school preferred.
• Experience in a Catholic school and leading a faith community preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead mission and Catholic identity for the school system.
• Provide instructional and faith leadership to students and staff.
• Oversee academic programs, curriculum alignment, and professional development.
• Direct campus operations and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with system and campus leaders to ensure student growth and post-secondary preparation.

Skills

Active practicing Catholic

Diocesan faith foundation training

Technology knowledge

Interpersonal relationships

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Education and/or Administration

Wisconsin Administrator license (Principal License: 5051)

Five years teaching experience

Catholic school leadership experience

Job description

Job Summary: The High School Principal manages the operations of Xavier High School by working collaboratively with System leaders and campus staff to ensure fulfillment of the mission of the St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System. The Principal provides instructional and faith leadership for this Catholic learning community.

Duties/Responsibilities

Mission & Catholic Identity

• Embrace the mission and vision of St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System and the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay and work in accordance with catholic social teachings and the moral and ethical values of the Catholic Church
• Promote opportunities for the spiritual development of staff, students and families and foster the Christian values of justice, peace and service
• Conduct personal and professional life in a manner that models a believing, practicing Catholic and fosters evangelization
• Foster collaboration with families, clergy, parish staff, and organizations who entrust students to our educational programs
• Cultivate our students’ talents, passions, and spirituality so they can impact the community by living the Gospel message of faith, hope, justice, and charity

Academic Excellence

• Oversee instructional activities to optimize teaching and student learning in Grades 9-12
• Organize and direct school personnel including faculty and staff
• Facilitate campus-specific professional development and training for employees
• Supervise and provide performance feedback to faculty and staff
• Collaborate with the Director of Learning on curriculum and instruction, accreditation, professional development, and educational programs to align skill development with organizational strategic goals
• Collaborate with system leadership and campus leaders to ensure growth of our students in a safe environment
• Provide leadership and support for post-secondary preparation of students in collaboration with the Associate Principal, school counselors and faculty
• Support effective and innovative integration of technology across the curriculum
• Oversee the organization, analysis and dissemination of academic data to faculty to monitor student growth, including standardized testing results and curriculum implementation

Leadership

• Work collaboratively with system leadership and campus staff to fulfill the mission of St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System
• Promote and maintain strong Catholic educational leadership by serving as a member of the Senior Leadership Team
• Lead a professional culture marked by trust, accountability, and continual growth
• Work collaboratively with families to ensure growth, success and well-being of all students
• Communicate effectively with employees, students, and families to ensure operational vitality of the campus
• Attend school, diocesan, and parent meetings and other professional and co-curricular activities

Campus Management

• Oversee campus operations to ensure a safe learning environment and effective use of human and financial resources
• Manage school safety plan and all safety protocols and procedures
• Collaborate with Senior Leadership to support system and campus initiatives
• Supervise and support the leaders of Athletics, Fine Arts, and Campus Ministry to ensure effective administration of all programs
• Partner with the Director of Admission to support recruitment efforts with prospective students and families to showcase the campus and St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System
• Ensure compliance with all Diocesan, System and campus policies

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Education and/or Administration, or working toward a degree
• Current Wisconsin Administrator license (Principal License: 5051) or working toward an Administrator license
• At least five years of teaching experience required; experience in a Catholic school preferred
• Experience in a Catholic school and leading a faith community preferred

Skills/Abilities

• Active practicing Catholic
• Active participation in specific diocesan faith foundation training
• Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others, especially with faculty, staff, students and families engaged in our Catholic school
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing