Principal

Job Description

St. Athanasius School is seeking a Principal, beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, who brings strong Catholic leadership and a deep commitment to student success. The Principal will lead a collaborative school community focused on faith formation, academic achievement, and the ongoing development and support of teachers in service of the school's mission.

Key Responsibilities:
The Principal serves as the spiritual, instructional, and administrative leader of the school. This individual is responsible for nurturing Catholic identity, ensuring academic excellence, supporting faculty and staff, partnering with parents and cultivating a welcoming and mission-driven school culture.

Qualifications:
Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church
Master's degree
Possess or working towards an Administration Certificate
Successful teaching experience; administrative experience preferred
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Passion for children and education
Salary Range is $69,000 to $79,000 and open to negotiation

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume by email to the Principal Search Committee: apply@athanasiusschool.org.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with interviews to begin in February.

To learn more about our vibrant, faithful parish and school visit https://www.saintathanasiuslouisville.com/

About the Employer

We are a Catholic parish and school of the Archdiocese of Louisville, KY. At St. Athanasius, we share in the mission of Jesus Christ: Feeding, Healing, and Shepherding.