Principal

Sacramento; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A Catholic school in California is seeking a dedicated and visionary Principal to lead and enhance the educational environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing overall leadership, ensuring quality in academic and student affairs, and overseeing all administrative functions. This role requires a strong commitment to the integration of faith and learning within the school community. Submit applications by February 6, 2026, to the Human Resources Department with supporting documents.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include an advanced degree in education or a related field.
• Proven experience in educational leadership, preferably in a faith-based context.
• Strong understanding of business, finance, and student affairs.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and vision for the school.
• Ensure quality in academic and student affairs programs.
• Oversee all administrative functions including business and enrollment.

Skills

Educational leadership

Community engagement

Administrative oversight

Education

Advanced degree in education or related field

Job description

The school seeks a new Principal, effective July 1, 2026, who will support this recent growth. The Principal reports to the Pastor of St. Joseph Basilica Parish and serves on the school’s Board of Limited Jurisdiction within the Diocese of Oakland. Providing overall leadership and vision, the Principal ensures quality in the academic and student affairs programs in order to achieve the fullest attainment of the school’s mission. As overall chief administrator, he or she oversees all administrative functions of the school including business, finance, advancement, enrollment, and teaching and learning. The Principal serves as a role model for staff and students and bears ultimate responsibility for the integration of faith and learning within the school. The successful candidate will be a capable and committed educational leader who fully embraces this faith-filled, academically ambitious community of learners.

By February 6, 2026, please submit the following materials confidentially as separate PDF attachments in one email to Gloria Espinoza, Human Resources Department, Diocese of Oakland at [e-mail] :

• Cover letter that expresses your interest and fit for leading a Diocesan Catholic School;
• Current resume that includes dates for all degrees, certifications, and experience;
• Statement of educational leadership philosophy and practice in a Catholic parish school;
• List of five references with names, phone numbers, and emails – no references will be contacted without your knowledge and approval;