Principal

Description

School Name: Nazareth School

Location: 10728 San Diego Mission Rd, San Diego, CA 92108

Reports to: Principal

Employment Type: Full time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Schedule: typically Monday–Friday from 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM, with occasional evenings, weekends, and summer responsibilities for events, meetings, and professional development. 

Pay Rate: $90,000 - $110,000 per year

Deadline for Resume and Cover Letter: Monday, March 24th or until the position is filled.

Summary:

As Nazareth School’s Principal, you will be part of a global setting and serve as a visionary leader, integrating the school’s philosophy and mission into daily operations while fostering academic excellence, faith formation, and a strong sense of community. In alignment with the Diocese teaching, this role provides strategic leadership in academics, administration, and school development to ensure a thriving and dynamic learning environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Ensure alignment of the school’s philosophy, mission, and objectives with the vision of the Sisters of Nazareth and Nazareth School.
• Communicate and reinforce the school’s Catholic mission and values to faculty, students, and parents, reviewing and updating school philosophy annually.
• Oversee daily school operations, ensuring smooth coordination among administrative, instructional, and custodial staff.
• Recruit, hire, supervise, and evaluate faculty and support staff in collaboration with the Diocese and Sisters of Nazareth.
• Provide instructional leadership to enhance academic excellence, monitor teaching effectiveness, and oversee curriculum development.
• Develop and oversee the annual budget, monitor financial operations, and ensure compliance with diocesan and financial policies.
• Promote the school’s mission and programs through public relations, marketing, and community engagement efforts.
• Ensure the safety and security of school buildings and facilities, maintaining compliance with all applicable regulations.

Requirements

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Master’s degree in educational administration and/or a California Administrative Credential, or a master’s degree in      education with a Catholic Leadership Certificate.
• Five or more years of teaching experience, including at least three years in a leadership or administrative role, preferably in a Catholic or faith-based educational setting.
• Experience in financial management and fundraising within an educational setting (preferred).
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to manage overall school operations, foster a positive school culture, and maintain discipline conducive to learning.
• Expertise in curriculum development, instructional best practices, and fostering academic excellence.
• Deep understanding of Catholic school philosophy with the ability to integrate Catholic teachings into school programs and serve as a faith leader.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with staff, students, parents, and the community.
• Knowledge of state laws and regulations, including school safety protocols.
• Ability to develop and oversee budgets, manage fundraising efforts, and allocate resources effectively.
• Proficiency in educational technology and administrative systems to support school operations.
• Practicing Roman Catholic dedicated to personal faith development and fostering faith growth within the school community, with a strong commitment to the ministry of Catholic education.

What Nazareth School – San Diego Offers You:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Supplemental Term Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Lay Employees’ Pension Plan
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Sick Leave
• Voluntary Wellness Leave
• 6 paid Holidays
• Classroom Reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities

Please note that these are just some potential examples, and the specific benefits and perks offered may vary based on the position and location.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to remain in an office at a computer workstation and access information from a computer and use a telephone. The employee is required to be mobile to, from, and within the school, as well as maneuver throughout the school facility to attend meetings, briefings, and other work-related events. The employee may be required to conduct trips to, from, and within various city and county-wide locations to attend meetings or events. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Nazareth School, as part of the Catholic Diocese of San Diego, is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.