Principal

Miamiarch; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Job summary

A Catholic school in Miami is seeking an experienced Principal to lead its mission starting in the 2026-27 academic year. The ideal candidate will be a practicing Roman Catholic with a Florida Certificate in School Leadership and a strong background in educational leadership. Responsibilities include ensuring academic integrity, managing staff, and implementing innovative programs tailored to students' needs. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, aligned with the Archdiocese of Miami's educational administrators' salary scales.

Qualifications

• Five years’ teaching experience required.
• At least three years’ Catholic School administrative experience required.
• Practicing Roman Catholic and in full communion with the Church.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for the school.
• Supervise implementation of educational programs.
• Act as liaison between the school and the community.

Skills

Bi-lingual with Spanish communication skills

Leadership in educational settings

Education

Florida Certificate in School Leadership or equivalent

Advanced degree

Job description

School - Leadership - Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic School

Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic School, located in Miami, Florida seeks a vibrant, visionary school Principal to provide leadership for the school beginning with the 2026-27 academic year. The office of the principal has as its primary purpose that of providing overall leadership for the school to ensure that the institution achieves the fullest attainment of its unique mission. The principal is appointed and delegated authority by the Archbishop through the Pastor of the parish and acts as the chief executive, operations, and educational officer for the school with the guidance of the Superintendent and the School Advisory Council.

As overall educational leader, with the Pastor, the principal bears ultimate responsibility for the integration of faith and culture within the school and successful academic and co-curricular programs as well as effective management of the business and development affairs of the school. The principal, a practicing Roman Catholic who holds an advanced degree and state of Florida certification, acts as the primary liaison between the school, the parish, the Archdiocese of Miami (through the office of the Superintendent), Catholic secondary schools, and the broader community. The school seeks a visionary, future-focused leader who is energetic and capable of inspiring others to embrace the mission and vision for the school. Ultimately, the principal is responsible for the successful overall operation of the school as accomplished through effective delegation of responsibilities to the administrative team, the faculty, and staff.

The new principal will also be responsible for supervising the continuing implementation of new and novel programs specifically designed to meet the needs of the students served by the school, ultimately positioning the school in the highly competitive South Florida educational market.The school is dedicated to providing its students with educational experiences that are grounded in Gospel values, focused on academic excellence, lifelong learning, and service in a supportive, nurturing environment. The school is owned and operated by the Archdiocese of Miami and does not discriminate in admissions or hiring policies based on race, ethnicity, sex, or national origin.

Qualifications:

• Florida Certificate in School Leadership or equivalent.
• Five years’ teaching experience.
• At least three years’ Catholic School administrative experience.
• Bi-lingual with Spanish communication skills strongly preferred.

Applicants must electronically submit the following documents to be considered:

• Letter of Interest.
• Personal Mission Statement for Catholic Education.
• Five references with telephone and email contact information.
• Letter from pastor supporting candidacy as a Catholic in full communion with the Roman Catholic Church.
• University Transcripts (undergraduate, graduate, and post‑graduate).

Candidate will be offered competitive salary and benefits package consistent with the salary scale for Educational Administrators in the Archdiocese of Miami (consistent with credentials and experience).

Application deadline falls on Monday, March 30. Requested documents should be submitted as a complete packet. Partial application packets will not be considered.

Qualified Applicants should forward a complete packet of documents to: Dr. Donald Louis Edwards, Associate Superintendent of Schools at [e-mail] .

Please note: In addition to the eligibility requirements indicated in the Archdiocese of Miami Policy "Creating and Maintaining a Safe Environment for Children and Vulnerable Adults," the selected candidate for this entity must undergo a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and be granted a determination of eligibility as a condition of employment. For more information on the Clearinghouse please visit info.flclearinghouse.com .