St. Michael, Plymouth - School Principal (Plymouth, IN)

Diocese of Fort Wayne - South Bend Schools; Plymouth (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Michael Catholic Church and School is seeking a dedicated principal to lead their Elementary/Middle School. The principal will serve as the educational and spiritual leader of the school, guiding a commitment to excellence, creativity, and the development of the whole child. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Catholic education, a valid Indiana Elementary Supervision and Administration License, and exceptional communication skills. This full-time position starts on July 1, 2025, and includes comprehensive responsibilities ranging from staff management to community engagement.

Qualifications

• Desire for continued personal, spiritual, and professional growth.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a diverse community environment.
• Knowledge of the Catholic Faith as a participating Catholic.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations and educational leadership of the school.
• Maintain communication with all stakeholders and ensure compliance with educational standards.
• Conduct regular staff meetings and oversee new student admittance.

Skills

Written Communication

Oral Communication

Organizational Skills

Team Leadership

Knowledge of Catholic Faith

Education

Indiana Elementary Supervision and Administration License

Job description

St. Michael, Plymouth - School Principal (Plymouth, IN)

Saint Michael Catholic Church and School

Elementary/Middle School
Principal Job Description

Saint Michael Catholic Church and School Elementary/Middle School
Principal Job Description

Status: Exempt – Full-Time
Reports to: Pastor
Start Date: July 1, 2025


Catholic Education is rooted in the conviction that Jesus Christ provides the most comprehensive and compelling example of realizing full human potential. The Catholic School Principal serves as the educational leader and the spiritual example of the school. The Catholic School Principal emphasizes excellence, commitment, creativity, innovation, and perseverance in all school endeavors. The principal guides the school community and is committed to the development of the whole child spiritually, emotionally, socially, and academically.

Positions Supervised

• Instructional Staff (Certified and Non- Certified)
• School Organization (HASA, School Advisory Board, ICCL Coaches - Events)
• Custodial and Maintenance Staff
• Students
• Intra City Catholic League School Board Members and School Sports Directors/Coaches
• Lunch Coordinator and Transportation with Plymouth Community School Corp
• After-School Care Partners

Vital Working Relationships
Internal

• Pastor and Parochial Vicar
• Parish Business Manager
• Parish Secretary
• Parish Staff - Parish Religious Education Coordinator, Liturgical Music Director, Altar Rosary Leader
• School Organizational Leaders (HASA, ICCL Athletic Association)
• School Parents

External

• Diocese of Fort Wayne South Bend Catholic Schools Office
• Accreditation Authorities
• Indiana Department of Education (IDOE)
• Local Education Agency (LEA - Plymouth Community Schools)
• Intra City Catholic League School Board Members and School Sports Directors/Coaches

Spiritual Leadership

• Maintain Decision Focus on the school’s adherence to its mission as a ministry of the Parish
• Uphold the Catholic Identity of the School
• Participate in school liturgies and worship opportunities
• Provide opportunities for and support staff in faith formation
• Ensure school operations and interactions with parish stakeholders reflect the school’s role as a ministry of the Parish
• Represent the school at the parish finance council
• Lead School Advisory Board in the school strategic plan initiatives

Educational Leadership

• Maintain appropriately licensed and trained school staff
• Ensure teachers receive meaningful feedback aligned with
• requirements of the Catholic Schools Office and the Indiana
• Department of Education
• Ensure Staff are completing essential duties under principal supervision
• Leading staff to strategic instructional decisions based on data, best
• practice, and available resources
• Utilize partnerships and grant sources to support and enhance the instructional programs of the school

Executive Management

• Maintain transparent and timely communication with all stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with all school matters per State of Indiana and
• Catholic Schools Office
• Comply and implement the Diocesan Accreditation Process and Initiatives
• Annually review, update, and distribute conduct and discipline policies, school-wide procedures such as the School Handbook, School Calendar, etc
• With the School Secretary and Parish Business Manager, ensure orders and deliveries of all necessary materials, textbooks and supplies
• Work in conjunction with the Pastor and Parish Business Manager on the School Budget

School Culture

• Conduct Regularly scheduled school staff meetings and provide agendas
• Conduct parent meeting(s) as needed
• Oversee the admittance and enrollment of new students, including
• And not limited to the Indiana Choice Scholarship and SGO processes for families
• Conduct student discipline/attendance per guidelines and procedures
• Respond to parent concerns via meetings, phone calls, or email promptly
• Monitor and supervise arrival and dismissal procedures
• Organize and guide School Advisory Board Meeting Agenda

Qualifications

• The Principal should hold (or be eligible for) an Indiana Elementary
• Supervision and Administration License
• Desire for continued personal, spiritual, and professional growth
• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively in a diverse community environment, including taking direction when provided
• Knowledge of the Catholic Faith and being a participating Catholic in good
• standing with the Church
• Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills
• Ability to work independently to organize and arrange priorities

This is a full-time position.

This is a full time position
Close Date:

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Other Information

* Can you show proof of your legal right to work in the United States? Yes No * Are you willing to submit to a mandatory background check? Yes No * What is your highest level of completed education? * Do you hold an educator license or are eligible for one? * Current religious affiliation (please include parish/other details as applicable): * Were you baptized Catholic (or received in the Catholic Church)? If yes, are you an active practicing Catholic living a life consistent with the Catholic Church? * Have you received your First Holy Communion? * Have you been confirmed? * Are you married? * If married, regarding your present marriage were you married in the Catholic Church? If not married, please enter N/A. * If yes, where were you married? * Do you attend weekly Sunday Mass? Name and email address of Pastoral Reference (Must be a Catholic priest):