Principal, Education Administration

Overview

Our Lady of Lourdes Academy is a Catholic all‑girls high school in the unincorporated community of Ponce‑Davis in Miami‑Dade County, Florida. It is managed and staffed by the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary and is owned and operated by the Archdiocese of Miami.

The principal’s primary purpose is to provide academic, instructional, and supervisory leadership to ensure the school achieves its mission of Catholic education, academic excellence, and service. The principal works with the president—appointed by the Archbishop through the Superintendent of Schools—and serves as the chief operations and educational officer, overseeing day‑to‑day operations, faculty supervision, co‑extracurricular programs, and stakeholder relations.

• Administer and supervise the implementation of new and innovative programs tailored to student needs.
• Integrate faith and culture within the curriculum, working closely with the president.
• Liaise with the Office of Catholic Schools, parishes, and affiliate entities regarding operational matters.
• Delegate responsibilities to the administrative team, faculty, and staff to achieve overall school success.

• Letter of Interest
• Personal Mission Statement for Catholic Education
• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter from pastor confirming the applicant is a practicing Catholic in full communion with the Roman Catholic Church
• Five references with telephone and email contact information
• University transcripts (undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate)
• State Certification document(s)
• Archdiocese of Miami Employment Application for Schools (downloaded from the HR Jobs page)

• Master’s degree required
• Florida Certificate in Educational Leadership (or commensurate credential)
• At least 3 years of administrative experience within a Catholic school

The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package consistent with the salary scale for Educational Administrators in the Archdiocese of Miami, based on credentials and experience.

Qualifying applicants should forward a complete electronic application packet to Dr. Donald Louis Edwards, Associate Superintendent of Schools.

Final date to receive applications:
January 30, 2026.

All candidates must meet the eligibility requirements in the Archdiocese of Miami Policy "Creating and Maintaining a Safe Environment for Children and Vulnerable Adults." Selected candidates must undergo background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and be granted a determination of eligibility as a condition of employment.

Only complete application packets submitted electronically will be considered.