Principal, Education Administration

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area.

The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.

The Principal of St. Margaret of Scotland Catholic School serves as the faith and instructional leader of the school community, responsible for advancing a Christ-centered, academically excellent educational environment. The Principal oversees all aspects of school operations, including spiritual leadership, academic excellence, faculty and staff supervision, student development, financial stewardship, and community engagement. This role upholds and advances the mission and vision of the school in alignment with the teachings of the Catholic Church and the National Standards and Benchmarks for Effective Catholic Elementary and Secondary Schools (NSBECS).

• Serve as the spiritual leader of the school, modeling and promoting Catholic values
• Ensure integration of Catholic identity and faith formation across curriculum, culture, and school life
• Collaborate with parish leadership to support liturgies, prayer, and sacramental life
• Foster a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive community grounded in Catholic teachings

• Provide visionary leadership for curriculum, instruction, and assessment
• Ensure academic programs meet Archdiocesan, state, and NSBECS standards
• Use data to guide instructional improvement and student achievement
• Support and evaluate faculty to promote high-quality teaching and learning
• Encourage innovation, technology integration, and continuous academic growth

• Recruit, supervise, evaluate, and retain high-quality faculty and staff
• Foster a collaborative, professional culture focused on student success
• Support ongoing professional development aligned with school goals
• Ensure clear communication, accountability, and ethical leadership practices

• Oversee daily operations to ensure a safe, efficient, and well-organized school environment
• Manage the school budget responsibly in collaboration with parish and Archdiocesan leadership
• Ensure compliance with Archdiocesan policies, accreditation standards, and legal requirements
• Develop and implement strategic plans to support long-term school sustainability

• Build strong partnerships with parents, parish leadership, and the broader community
• Serve as the primary ambassador for the school’s mission and programs
• Support enrollment, retention, and marketing efforts
• Address concerns with professionalism, fairness, and pastoral sensitivity

• Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church preferred
• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Administration, or a related field (Doctorate preferred)
• Valid principal certification or eligibility per Archdiocesan requirements
• Successful experience in school leadership, preferably within a Catholic school setting
• Strong knowledge of Catholic education, instructional leadership, and school operations
• Demonstrated skills in communication, collaboration, financial management, and strategic planning

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

Pre-Employment Screening:
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.